Consider This Guide, Before Buying a New Vehicle
Before you purchase a new car/truck, make sure that vehicle is the right one for your need.
Are you in a market to buy a new car? With the Cash for Clunkers program in effect, many people are taking advantage of all the help that they can get in this economy. Before diving in to purchase a vehicle, you should decide on what type of transportation your family need.
Understanding Car Types
• Station Wagon-has four doors and a hatchback, which makes a great car for family
• SUV-has the similar look of a station wagon, but it offers the off-road capabilities as well as a higher point of view.
• Minivan-gives you storage space, 7 passengers options, and have a high safety rating.
• Sedan-This is best for your money, and still gives you room to carry passengers.
• Crossover-This is a combo of SUV, station wagon, and sedan, which gives you the feel of the car, storage of an SUV, and fuel economy.
Questions to Consider
1. What is safety rating regarding the car you want?
2. How many people do you usually have in the car?
3. What do you use the car for?
4. What do you need the vehicle to handle?
5. Do you want to buy a new car or used car?
6. How long do you plan on keeping the car?
Financial Planning
• Compare the price of buying a new car to leasing one at http://leaseguide.com/leasevsbuy.htm
• Find the best financing rates at http://www.bankrate.com/compare-rates.aspx, click on auto
• Read reviews about your car types and find incentives at http://www.edmunds.com/
• Make sure the car you choose is right for you at http://www.carzen.com/
• Check out http://www.craigslist.org/about/sites, click on your state, and look for cars and trucks
Useful Gadgets to Consider
1. GPS navigator with text to speech will give you turn by turn instruction.
2. Simple Start 12-volt battery booster can charge a dead battery and start your car without cables.
3. Emergency tire repair kit will fix a flat in minutes. This kit includes tire sealant and a portable air compressor to seal punctures.
4. Rearview camera shows the image of what’s behind your car on your dashboard.
This is just a general guide line if you are planning to purchase a new car. You can take advantage of Cash for Clunkers program before it ends. Every little bit helps in this economic downfall.
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20 Comments
Atikin, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
I’m 17 and I can learn how to drive which means that I will be getting a car sometime soon and this seems like quite a useful guide to have just to speed up the purchase process. Thanks for this well written article!
lindalulu, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Great job…buying new cars is happening all over now with that new clunker thing. Money is rolling out fast! Really good article…
Francois Hagnere, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Very informative and useful. Thank you BC.
Best wishes,
Take care,
François
Mary Patricia Bird, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Great information!
Lostash, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Lets not forget a nice Coupe or Convertible to add on the list…if you have the dosh to buy one of course!!!
Josey, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
This is a good checklist! nice job.
valli, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Great and useful tips.
Eunice Tan, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Great tips! And super cool pictures!
Alexa Gates, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Great tips!! I’ve always told my brother it’s not about the engine size, because you can’t use a 200 miles per hour car…unless your in Germany. It’s one of our biggest fights, he has a V8 transam and i have a V6 camaro lol
quiet voice, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Hi, BC.. thanks for the great information and all the links. Take care.
Melody Arcamo Lagrimas, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Very comprehensive article.
Bonnie T, posted this comment on Aug 20th, 2009
Good tips! I forgot about checking out the guides like the lemon reports. 
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Judy Sheldon, posted this comment on Aug 21st, 2009
Icy, what great tips and things to consider before getting another vehicle whether new or used.
Take care & God bless.
Dee Huff, posted this comment on Aug 23rd, 2009
A really useful guide.
Mr Ghaz, posted this comment on Aug 23rd, 2009
Excellent post!..this was really informative and helpful article. I loved it..well done and thanks for sharing this magnificent work.
MMV Abad, posted this comment on Aug 26th, 2009
Very informative. I like the pics too. I’ll definitely book-mark this for future reference thanks 
Janet Meyer, posted this comment on Aug 28th, 2009
Good list to know when considering buying a new or used car. There is a lot to remember. We just bought one for economical reasons — not a gas guzzler.
Chris Stonecipher, posted this comment on Sep 7th, 2009
Nice tips for searching for a new vehicle. I am currently searching for a newer model minivan.
Ruby Hawk, posted this comment on Sep 14th, 2009
I know where to look for info when I decide to buy a car. well done.
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CHAN LEE PENG, posted this comment on Aug 19th, 2009
Great tips on buying cars. This is very useful. Thanks, sister!