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Choosing the Right Car
by Pete Lance
For most people, the car is one of
their most expensive purchases. So make sure you ponder
this issue properly before pulling out your credit card.
The first thing you might want to look at is whether to
buy a new car or a used car. Some people just refuse to
buy a used car, while others simply refuse to purchase a
new one. There are of course both advantages and
disadvantages of both.
So, what's so great about a new car? Well, a new car
comes with all the perks: the latest devices, the color,
the interior design. And you don't have to worry about
any problems with the new car, you are fully covered by
the car warranty. And of course, if you keep your car in
good shape, you can probably extend the life of your car
with minimal maintenance. But a new car comes with the
drawbacks as well. The price, for one, is a major
turn-off factor. And once you start driving the car, the
resale value can decrease quite dramatically within the
first two years. Insurance would probably cost much more
as compared to a used car.
How about a used car? It's definitely much cheaper than
getting a new car, and your insurance wouldn't cost you
a bomb. A popular used-car option is a off-lease used
car. These cars are usually no more than 4 years old and
are almost new, mainly because of the required
maintenance and mileage limits. The warranty is often
found intact as well. However, getting a used car means
you may experience more problems with the car, and of
course you have less choice over the exterior and
interior of the car. You should always only purchase a
used car from a car dealer you are familiar with, so
when things go wrong it's easier for you to seek help.
After you have decided on a new or used car, you should
look at how you will use the car. Will the car be a
family vehicle? You don't want to get a sedan for a huge
family, but neither do you want to get a mini-van for
just yourself. Do you need the state-of-the-art sound
system? If you're an audiophile with quite some cash
you'll probably want to invest in one, but if you listen
only occasional than it will be nothing more than a
while elephant. What other features do you need or not
need? You'll definitely want to get things that you
won't regret getting.
Next, you should probably be looking at financing. If
you're rolling in cash, you can pay for the car
immediately, but most people pay in installments. You
can choose to purchase the car, lease the car, or rent a
car. The difference between leasing and renting is that
leasing is more long term: you pay monthly for 12, 24,
36, etc, months, than return the car at the end of the
lease period, unlike renting a car where you pay by the
day or the week.
Finally, you should look at insurance. Insurance is
always higher for high-risk cars like sports cars. Not
only are the drivers often more reckless, they are also
a more common target for theft and vandalism. Do you
really need that cool flashy car that 'everybody has'?
Save money on buying that car, and save money on the
insurance too!
Remember, purchasing a car is probably your second
largest expenditure, besides your house. Make sure you
evaluate all the options and think through it properly
before buying. On a final note, always shop around, and
NEVER buy on impulse.
About the Author
Pete Lance is the founder of USGasTracker.org, a premier
company which helps the consumer save money on gasoline.
Thousands of gas stations across the nation are tracked
daily to guarantee the lowest prices on gasoline
anywhere in the United States. For more information
about getting the lowest gas prices in town, visit:
http://www.usgastracker.org |
