Friday, May 02, 2008

Looking To Buy Or Lease A Vehicle?

by Cheryline Lawson

At some point or another you may want to buy or maybe lease a vehicle. There are a few tips that you need to be aware of that will assist you in buying or leasing any vehicle. There may be pitfalls ahead so these tips will help you with what to look for.
• Decide ahead of time what it is you are exactly looking for. You need a vehicle that not only fits within your budget but that also fits your needs. You can read on to find out about our specialized tips to choose a vehicle that is safe. If you want to compare car models and get other tips on buying cars, visit either InternetAutoGuide.com or Edmunds.com.
• Think about the economy of the vehicle you are buying. It is better for the environment and for your bank account if you can find a vehicle that is well maintained and does more miles to the gallon. • Always check the information the seller gives you. When you are buying from a private buyer, make sure they actually own the car they are selling; this will stop problems later on. If you are buying from a professional vehicle dealer, check with the Better Business Bureau to see if they are legitimate.

• Test drive the car. You should always test drive any vehicle you are thinking of buying before you actually do. Go on a route that lets you try different speeds, turns and straights. This will make sure the car runs efficiently.
• Think before trading in. If you are thinking of trading in a vehicle for another one make sure you get quotes to make sure you are getting the best deal.
• Shop around for finance. If you are getting finance for your car look around as much as you can to make sure you are getting the best deal for you. Don't just go for the lowest payment per month; make sure you make a note of the overall APR and any charges you may incur.
• Always read the small print. Make sure that before you sign any documents you have read the entire document before you sign.
• Never take the car until everything is finalized.
Search around for a great deal on insurance policies before you drive your car anywhere. Sometimes is can be more beneficial to lease a car rather than buy it. This all depends on your circumstances. Leasing has never really been a popular option for anyone and many people and steered well clear of leasing. Some leasing agents have misled the buyers and confused them with jargon that a NASA Scientist wouldn't understand.
This isn't the norm however and leasing can be a great option for everyone. When you buy a car on finance and you want to trade it in before the loan is actually paid, you would have been better of leasing. The trade in amount is not likely to be anywhere close to the amount left on your car finance loan.

Writer and author, Cheryline Lawson in conjunction with Fernando Reyes, who is an Internet Marketing guru and expert in a variety of fields including finance invite you to find out more by visiting the website at => http://crowleybiz.com/car.

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