car buying checklist

make a purchase checklist

There are many times we make a decision to purchase a new or used vehicle. Sometimes individuals begin car shopping when their vehicle breaks down and the cost of repairs are too high. There are other times people look to get a new or used vehicle because their current car is getting old. We can add of course, the first-time car buyer who purchase their own vehicle along with those who receive a car as a graduation or birthday gift. If you are included in the car purchase, it is advisable to make a checklist before shopping. By making a checklist whether written, typed or recorded on you mobile device; you can save a lot of grief and money.

Begin with listing what you want in a vehicle such as functional heat and air conditioning, Bluetooth connectivity, cruise, power windows or not, power seats or not, power steering, cloth or leather seats, engine size, color, 4-door or 2-door, etc. List everything you want in the vehicle you intend to purchase. One of the things people assume is that all used vehicles will have 2 keys. I have seen people purchase a car only to receive one (1) key; be mindful today’s vehicles have keys that can cost three to five hundred dollars ($300 to $500) or more, maybe less. Make sure your list is thorough before you begin shopping otherwise it can result in regret and disappointment.

Make sure you look at the engine for leaks, look under the front of the vehicle to see if there are leaks. Let the vehicle run for a while to heat up; sometimes leaks show after running the engine. Look at the condition of the tires, the exhaust system, signal lights, headlights, trouble lights, make sure the doors are evenly placed; wait there is more. Make sure hood, doors and trunk line up at their seams, there have been many vehicles resold as a result of accident repair. Don’t be afraid to ask for the CarFax, a widely used reporting system for pre-owned vehicles. I have personally seen some CarFax’s that are not up to date; be careful of the hype. CarFax’s are merely a supplement to examining reports on a pre-owned vehicle. While examining the CarFax look for accidents, maintenance work, how many owners, origin of vehicle, mileage and more; read it thoroughly. There are many other things you may identify before purchasing a vehicle but make sure you know what you can afford before stepping out. The more you begin to adjust your buying habits, the more money you will free up for other things. Avoid the heartache of regretful spending; ignore the thought that this may just be too anal. What may seem too nerdy now will prove to be valuable when the need for more cash arrive.

Make a purchase checklist, commit to it and what a difference it will make in your wallet.

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