Buying a new car is not easy. New or used, what will be your next vehicle? Price, fuel, models… Here are the main selection criteria to help you when purchasing your future car, and practical advice.
- Define your budget carefully
- Choosing between new or used car
- Buy a car to your needs
- Which fuel to choose?
- How to choose the right model?
- Individual or professional seller
- Leasing as an alternative?
- The essential points to check on the vehicle
- How to properly test drive your new car?
- Insure your new vehicle
1. Define your budget carefully
There is more than just the purchase price of a vehicle to take into account when calculating your car budget. Also think about consumption, maintenance, insurance costs, or even resale. So many parameters to keep in mind before falling for this or that model of vehicle, especially second-hand.
2. Choosing between new or used car
With an equivalent model and equipment, a used car will often cost you much less to purchase, and in terms of insurance, than a new car for sale in Lahore . But its maintenance costs will be higher than those of a new vehicle, covered, at least for the first two years, if not sometimes much more, by the manufacturer’s warranty or its possible extension. Without forgetting the various government aids you can benefit from when purchasing.
3. Buy a car adapted to your needs
Sedan, family, station wagon, SUV… Choosing the right model means above all choosing the one that best suits your uses. On reflection, this sedan with a very small trunk, for example, may prove to be a bit tight for your large family, and this large SUV will not necessarily be the wisest choice for your single cousin living in the city center. . In short, avoid falling for it on a whim. And, don’t hesitate to take advice.
4. Which fuel to choose?
Petrol or diesel, hybrid or electric… In terms of engine, you are now spoiled for choice. First think about the environment, uses and budget. “Small riders” will, for example, opt for petrol models rather than diesel models due to their higher purchase and maintenance costs. “Big” drivers will still favor diesel for its low consumption, but will now be able to move towards hybrid engines, for their greater autonomy. Despite their higher purchase price, electric vehicles will appeal to drivers keen to pollute less while driving. They will also benefit from very low usage and maintenance costs as well as certain purchasing aid.
5. How to choose the right model?
Which model to choose? So prefer to opt for a popular model with proven reliability rather than the rare gem with recurring breakdowns and numerous recalls. Also remember that certain brands maintain a better rating when buying second-hand. In short, find out. Finally, keep in mind, both new and second-hand, that reason must always prevail over passion. Especially if you hope to one day resell your new acquisition…
6. Individual or professional seller
Buying from an individual or from a professional, both have their advantages… and their disadvantages. Even second-hand, professionals will guarantee you buy properly serviced cars, and under warranty. You will find vehicles at more attractive prices from individuals, which you can often negotiate more easily. But there is no guarantee. In order to secure the transaction between individuals, you can use our vehicle purchase service. Also remember to take out legal protection in order to secure the aftermath.
7. Leasing as an alternative?
Rental or leasing represents 75% of new vehicle financing, and more than 50% of new vehicle sales. Among its main advantages, the possibility of driving a new or recent car, for which you would not necessarily have had the sufficient budget in the event of a traditional purchase. LLD or LOA can indeed allow you to benefit from lower monthly payments than those of traditional credit. Use an auto credit simulator.
8. The essential points to check on the vehicle
Before buying a car, especially second-hand from a private individual, some checks are necessary. It is essential to check the state of maintenance of the vehicle, using its maintenance book, its invoices, etc. Also check that the technical inspection is up to date. Also remember to inspect, outside: bodywork, optics, tires, etc. Inside, mileage on the odometer (compare it with the maintenance logbook and invoices), state of wear of the upholstery, steering wheel, pedals… Also test air conditioning, electric windows…
9. How to properly test drive your new car?
Before purchasing, it is also imperative to carry out a road test in order to identify possible malfunctions of the vehicle, in particular parasitic noises or steering faults, which are warning signs of problems. Listen to the engine, test the steering, shift through all the gears and ask the seller as many questions as possible. If the seller refuses to test drive the vehicle, do not buy it. It’s that simple.
10. Insure your new vehicle
In Pakistan, insurance is compulsory for all motorized land vehicles (cars, motorcycles, etc.) traveling on public roads. Between individuals, as soon as the registration certificate (ex-gray card) is crossed out, and you take possession of it. For a purchase from a professional, your car must be insured at the time of delivery. Adapt the coverage to the value of the vehicle purchased. The higher it is, the better it will be to opt for comprehensive insurance. But beyond the vehicle, don’t forget to insure yourself with our Driver guarantee.
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