Do's and Don'ts of Buying a New Car
Do's & Don'ts of Buying a New Car in Irvine, CA
Eager to purchase a new vehicle? The Irvine Auto Center is here to help! While the car-buying process can be very exciting, there are some do’s and don’ts you should keep in mind to ensure a seamless transaction. Luckily for you, we’ve compiled a list of these tips and tricks you can reference and remember from the moment you start a test drive to the minute you sign the dotted line. Keep reading to learn more!
Top Five Do’s and Don’ts for Car Buying
Do your research.
It’s imperative that you go into the research process knowing your wants and needs for your next ride. Once you have an idea of the body style you would prefer, you can narrow down the models you research. Plus, take notes on what features are your must-haves that you know you can’t live without.
Don’t go to the dealership without getting pre-approved.
Purchasing a new model can seem daunting, but you can take proactive steps to streamline the process, such as getting pre-approved for financing. Here at the Irvine Auto Center, we make it easy to complete this, thanks to our online credit applications you can find on a majority of our dealerships’ websites .
Do contact your insurance agency before you sign the dotted line.
Don’t wait to look into how much car insurance will cost after you purchase a new vehicle. Instead, get in touch with your current insurance company and find out your available options for your upcoming investment.
Don’t just take your monthly payments into account.
There are many more expenses to buying a car than simply the monthly payments you’ll be committing to. Take into account the down payment, any add-ons you’ve chosen, maintenance costs and any other additional fees included. If you have any questions on these expenses, our finance team will be happy to assist you.
Do take a test drive.
Don’t purchase a model solely based on the pictures you’ve seen — take it for a test drive in person! This gives you the perfect opportunity to get hands-on experience with the vehicle and decide if it’s truly the right car for you. No matter which of our dealerships you visit, one of our team members will accompany you during the drive and be there for any questions you may have along the way.
Other Basic Key Points to Remember
Besides the top five do’s and don’ts we’ve mentioned, there are a few other things to keep in mind as well. While these may seem like no-brainer points, it doesn’t hurt to have a friendly reminder to consider the following:
If you have any questions about what you need to do before buying a new car or would like to test-drive any of our quality new models, please feel free to contact us or stop by the Irvine Auto Center at 30 Auto Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618. We look forward to serving our customers from Lake Forest, Mission Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita.