The 3 best questions to ask to find your perfect used car
Let’s face it, it’s not always feasible to purchase a brand new vehicle, and more people than ever are turning to EZ car loans or in-house financing options for leasing a used car. But between the many makes and models to choose from, not to mention those cars’ year, mileage and condition, it can be a lot to consider when selecting your next vehicle. If you find yourself struggling with the number of factors to consider, we have 4 simple questions to ask yourself to help narrow your options and select the used car perfect for you.
1) What do you need most from your vehicle?
“What do I need from my new car?” can be a deceptively complicated question. The truth is, any used vehicle will likely need to fulfill multiple needs, but some may take priority over others. The spacious seating options of a minivan may take priority over getting a fuel-efficient sedan. Selecting a car with the lowest mileage may take a backseat to a car with fewer and more affordable repairs in the future. There is a multitude of features that can impact a used car selection, such as:
- Current mileage
- Miles per gallon
- Number of seats
- Average cost of repairs, and most common repairs
- Additional perks (bluetooth, power locks/winders, etc)
Some options you can live without, and some are a vital part of any used car purchase. We suggest identifying the three most important qualities you’re looking for in your next vehicle, and use that as the benchmark separate all but the best cars available for you.
2) What can you afford?
Perhaps you have created this list of prerequisites for your ideal used car, and have even found a few options you’d be happy with. But now comes the question most people searching for a new car dread: can I afford this? Before you reach this point in your used car search, it helps to have a financial gameplan that goes beyond simply purchasing the car. Here are a few helpful questions to answer to assess your used car budget:
- How much can you afford in car payments monthly?
- How large of a down payment can you place?
- How much will you be spending monthly on gas and tolls?
- What are some of the major repairs you can expect with the car of your interest, and how much will they generally cost?
3) What do you want from your next used car?
Unlike our first question, this isn’t about what’s necessary for your driving habits and lifestyle. At the end of the day, we all still want to be happy with the used car we purchase. Visit CarLoanUnlimited.com and learn more about our incredible in-house finance options: such as our EZ car loans, no credit check car loans, and our low-price down payment options from $500 down. Visit our Orlando/Longwood and New Smyrna Beach locations and start driving today!
