You
may be considering buying a car in the US. This is an important
decision and you should do your homework first. Buying a car that you
cannot afford or one that isn’t constant need of repair will cause you
great frustration and cost you a lot of money. First, you should make
sure you can obtain a Pennsylvania Driver’s license. Without a
Pennsylvania Driver’s License, you will not be able to purchase and
register your car in Pennsylvania. You must have at least one year
remaining on your non-immigrant document (I-20,DS-2019, or H-1B/H-4
Approval Notice) to qualify for a PA driver’s license. Second, you
should decide whether or not you can afford a car. You must consider
much more than just the purchase price. There are two types of costs
associated with having a car: ownership cost and operating cost.
Calculate the cost of owning a car: taxes, depreciation, finance
charges, registration, insurance, and license fees. Next, consider
operating costs: gas, oil, regular maintenance, tire expenditures, and
parking fees.
If
you have or can obtain a PA driver’s license and you can afford all of
the costs associated with a car, begin looking for one that best suits
your needs. The best way to start your search is by first doing some
research on buying a car. With the wealth of information found on the
Internet, starting there is the best place to begin. Reading articles on
car purchasing in such publications as Consumer Reports and Car
Magazine may also be a good place to start. There are four main sources
for finding a good used car: private sellers, used car dealerships, new
car dealerships and car rental agencies.
Buying
from someone you know and trust is often the best place to start. If
that is not possible, you can look for a private seller online, in
newspapers and on the CMU electronic billboards. Another option is to
buy from a used car dealer, but be sure to avoid small lots in poorer
neighborhoods that do not appear to be permanent. You can also go to a
new car dealer, that sells used cars or look for a rental agency that is
selling older cars from their rental fleet. If you buy from a dealer,
you may get a limited warranty, but you will probably pay more than you
would with a private seller. Before purchasing a car from a dealer,
check with the Better Business Bureau of Western Pennsylvania
(http://www.pittsburgh.bbb.org/ or 300 Sixth Avenue, Suite 100-UL,
412-456-2700) to see if other of the service or the honesty of the
dealer.
You
can check on the price of a particular used car by consulting the NADA
Official Used Car Guide, which is published monthly by the National Auto
Dealer Association or the Kelley “blue books” which also list prices
for used cars. Both of these publications can be found at the Carnegie
Public Library and online (see resources section).
It is also interesting to note that all states have “lemon laws.” These laws allow you to take action against a dealer for selling you a bad car. If you feel you have been cheated, find out what you can do about it.
ReplyDeleteKerstin Shed
Be sure to thoroughly inspect the car and to test drive it. Test driving the car would let you observe any kinks and quirks that the car may be hiding. This way, you can avoid buying a subpar vehicle that isn’t worthy of your hard-earned money.
ReplyDeleteTyra Shortino
Considering your purpose in buying a car should be the first on the list reasons to buy a car. Stating clearly to yourself what you want the car for would guide you in choosing the best car for your circumstance and budget.
ReplyDeleteNaomi Champy
One should also take into account the future maintenance fees that he/she will acquire upon purchasing a car. These fees can vary depending on what type, model, and year the car was made. These details will help you evaluate your options more and would let you choose a vehicle that will be cost-efficient for you in the long run.
ReplyDeleteCarry Bacot
First things first! You need to decide how much you can afford. Then, what type of car you need, and which type will fit into your budget. Don’t just go looking for the cheapest car because it doesn’t always mean it is the ‘best deal.’ Your goal should be to choose a less expensive car, BUT a well-maintained one.
ReplyDeleteEllsworth Mciltrot
Buying a used car is a big decision for the first time car buyer. He is in the condition of what to do until or unless he has some good deals to invest. These deals are more profitable for a middle class family who want to own their own car in easy investments.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for your precious suggestions and participation in blog that will surely enhance the blog contents as well as the readers to take care of the things before buying a used car in the market.
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ReplyDeleteUsed Engine For Sale
Buying a used car in Texas has its pros and cons as always. That is why we need to carefully choose the best auto dealer for it. Thanks for posting.
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