The first thing to do is decide to buy a car and if your are reading this on Car Exchange Brighton you obvioucly have made that decission. There are many reasons to buy a used car rather than a brand new car especially the fact that buying a used car means you do not have to pay for the depreciation. Also a used car will cost you less in insurance and possibly give you a higher specification car for your money.
How to choose the right car for you.
Sometimes you will know exactly the car you want which makes the shopping process a lot easier. Sometime you will not be sure what you want and there are several factors that may affect your decission including your monthly budget or what you intend your new car to be used for. It is very important when you start off, not to overr stretch your budget. In the beginning, if you feel that you cant find what you are looking for, take a look at a completely different option, you may be pleasantly surprised with what is available.
Buying a used car will save you money
The value of a used car is based on its condition, mileage, reliability, performance and popularity. Of course you want a car that is reliable and performs well. But do you want the same used car everyone else wants? If so, you will pay a premium for it. How much difference in price separates good-but-popular cars from their good-but-overlooked counterparts?
Know what you are buying
At Car Exchange Brighton we suggest to all our customers that they research the vehicle that they are purchasing. To do this, ask around, talk with friends and use the internet. The internet is the best tool for finding out about your propective purchase by providing specifications, dealer information and user reviews. To be extra sure, you can research the VIN and check the vehicles history, AutoCheck and Carfax are good companies to do this with for a fee.These reports may show important information about the used car that you are thinking about buying, including whether it has a salvage title (it has been declared a total loss by the insurance company) or if the odometer has been rolled back.
Stick to your budget
Clever shoppers will consider how to finance the car at the beginning of the new carshopping process. This will avoid unpleasant surprises and disapointment later on and help you make an informed decision that fits your budget.Remember when you buy your new car that you will not only need to account for the monthly payments, but you will also need to pay a deposit and pay for insurance before you collect the vehicle. Once you've determined how much you can spend for a down payment, a monthly payment and the purchase price of the car, print out these figures so that before you commit to your new car, you can check to see if it fits within your budget. At the Car Exchange Brighton website www.carexchangebrighton.com you can use the financial calculator found on each vehicles details page as a guide to what you will have to pay as a deposit and exch month for your new car.
Arranging finance for your new car
At Car Exchange Brighton there are three ways to pay for your new car.
- Cash - Need we say more? Money talks!
- Financing through Car Exchange Brighton - the easiest financing option arranged with confidence through us.
- Financing through your bank, online lender or credit union.
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Why should you test drive before you buy?
Test driving a used car helps you decide if it is the right car for you and also if this particular car is in good condition. Once you get behind the wheel, ask yourself if it what you are looking for and is it right for you. Following are a list of things to consider when you test drive with Car Exchange Brighton:
- Acceleration from a stop
- Visibility (Check for blind spots)
- Engine noise
- Braking
- Cornering
- Suspension - How does it ride?
- Rattles and squeaks
- Luggage space
- Look over the paintwork and trip