Buying wisely is not improvised, especially when looking for a new car. Purchases alone account for 24% of the automotive budget. It goes without saying that this is not about buying with your eyes closed! Discover our 7 tips for buying a new car while being smart and calm!
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1- Take a look at your future car
You don’t buy a car like a loaf of bread. Therefore, you need to be as informed as possible.
Once you’ve chosen the model and brand, also explore all the packages offered and identify the options you want as a priority (air conditioning, GPS, MP3 radio…). You have no doubt that the prices displayed “from” are far from the prices you will actually pay.
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Visit websites, share news on social media, read magazines and specialized TV shows, attend trade fairs. Become unstoppable on the subject!
2- At the dealership, negotiate, negotiate!
The better informed you are about your future vehicle, the more you will be able to assert yourself in front of the salesperson. Avoid paying full price: metallic paint, air conditioning, connected equipment, and even maintenance… everything is “negotiable”. For potential savings of 5-20%. Always!
Be aware that the best times and events to take advantage of attractive discounts are traditionally the end of the year, August, open house days, and model changes. Mark your calendars!
3- Opt for a new car… or almost
The question deserves to be asked. Because dealers also have excellent opportunities, with very low mileage and at very good prices. You might also be interested in collaborative vehicles, at consistently attractive prices and perfectly maintained: there are still specialized sites on this topic. Get your mice ready!
4- Take advantage of manufacturers’ clearance offers
A new model has just been released? Don’t hesitate to take a look at the clearance offers provided by manufacturers online. You will find models, known as “old” but new and still current as they are being produced. A friendly detail, you can save up to 30%.
Manufacturers regularly offer private online sales at very attractive prices. So quick, one click and it’s done!
5- Buy a new car through an agent or abroad
Finding the “best of the best deals” for you is the promise of the agent. Clearance, bulk buying, abroad, everything is possible: for savings of up to 40% off the manufacturer’s price. Attractive, right?
Many are now crossing borders to buy their cars. Between 2,000 and 3,000 euros in savings… who can beat that?
6- Opt for the best financing
Unless the dealer offers you credit at a 0% rate, it is generally more advantageous to visit your own bank. Sometimes, it can be helpful to have a competitive offer.
Don’t hesitate to ask your insurer or banker who can both finance you and collaborate with certain dealers to obtain attractive discounts.
7- Consider leasing with an option to buy (LOA)
Increasingly popular, this option is simple: you lease your vehicle for a fixed period and you can own it at the end of the contract. At a lower cost, of course. It meditates…
Is your choice made?
So, after buying your car at the best price, don’t forget to maintain it at the best price too with my Norauto revision: • The manufacturer’s warranty is preserved • Multibrand teams are competent and trained • Parts of equivalent quality to the original
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