{"id":2328,"date":"2021-12-24T22:55:21","date_gmt":"2021-12-25T04:55:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/going-places.thegeneral.com\/buying-a-new-car\/"},"modified":"2025-08-27T10:12:59","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T15:12:59","slug":"buying-a-new-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/blog\/car-and-driving-basics\/buying-a-new-car\/","title":{"rendered":"Should You Buy a New Car?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The options for buying a car seem endless and overwhelming. Your first decision will be buying a new car versus&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/buying-a-used-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">buying pre-owned<\/a>. Everyone has a unique set of needs, and in some situations, buying brand new is the best option. Learn if you should buy a new car and how to secure the best deal, below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-buying-a-new-car-may-be-the-best-option\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>When Buying a New Car May Be The Best Option<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you the type of person who drives a car \u201cuntil the wheels fall off\u201d? You should consider buying a new car if you plan on driving your car for many years. It\u2019s a well-known fact that new vehicles take a big hit on depreciation as soon as you sign the paperwork and drive off the lot. You\u2019ll lose a lot of additional value in the first year as well. In the following years, though, that depreciation rate slows a lot. So if you plan to sell or trade-in your vehicle within a year or two, buying a new model car may not be the best option, but if you plan to pay off the loan and drive your new car for many years to come, the benefits of buying new are likely worth it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-buying-a-new-car-is-a-good-option-if-you-have-great-credit\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buying a new car is a good option if you have great credit. <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Manufacturers and dealerships often offer great discounts and interest rates to buyers with excellent credit. With good credit, you may even want to consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/car-insurance-leased-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">leasing<\/a> options. If you like to upgrade your vehicle every several years, don\u2019t plan to drive a lot of miles, and have a tendency to keep your vehicles in great shape,&nbsp;consider all your options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-it-s-the-season\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s the season! <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re shopping for a new car early in the calendar year, you may be able to snag a great deal on a shiny new vehicle in the previous year\u2019s model. For example, if it\u2019s the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/buying-a-car-in-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">first few months<\/a>&nbsp;of 2021, any unsold 2020 models sitting on the lot are usually available at liquidation pricing. Another great car buying season is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/buying-a-car-during-tax-season\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tax season<\/a>! Dealers stock up on inventory and offer great deals to customers spending their tax refunds. If you can wait until one of these prime shopping seasons, that new model you have your eye on might be more affordable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-safety-and-modern-features-are-important-to-you\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety and modern features are important to you.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone has different wants and needs in a car. When deciding what\u2019s most important to you, you may decide that safety and modern features top the list. New features can include backup assist and rearview cameras, additional airbags, navigation, and other features that offer a ton of convenience. If you live in a state with cold winters, you may prefer the auto-start and seat warming options available in newer models. Decide which features are best for you before deciding on a new or used vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-you-re-worried-about-possible-repair-costs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re worried about possible repair costs.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people, when setting their budgets for buying and maintaining a new car, are concerned about the potential of used vehicles needing costly repairs. Buying a new car means your manufacturer\u2019s warranty will cover any unexpected repairs, and that brings peace of mind to a lot of buyers. If the cost of repairs is a concern for you and your family, buying a new car might be the best option!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-buying-a-new-car-do-s-amp-don-ts\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Buying a New Car &#8211; Do&#8217;s &amp; Don&#8217;ts<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Navigate the new car buying process following just a few simple do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts and you&#8217;ll find yourself behind the wheel, stress-free, in no time at all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-your-research\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do your research.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any major purchase,&nbsp;do your research&nbsp;when preparing to buy a new car. Information is your best friend and there are tons of websites available to arm you with more information than ever! Look for new car rankings, owner reviews, and&nbsp;YouTube&nbsp;test drive videos. Check into shopper experiences and feedback for the dealership you plan to buy from, and research the value of your current vehicle if you plan to trade it in. The more prepared you are, the more confident you\u2019ll be when making your purchase!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-set-your-budget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set your budget.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Set a strict budget for yourself while buying a car and then stick to it! Never let a car dealer or anyone else tell you which cars you can afford. Don\u2019t forget to factor in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/how-much-should-i-pay-for-car-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">insurance<\/a>&nbsp;and planned maintenance. Also, consider the cost of any potential aftermarket upgrades like bike racks, premium sound, or new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/do-i-need-snow-tires\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wheels<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-secure-financing-before-you-buy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure financing before you buy.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When buying a new vehicle, most people decide to finance. If you aren\u2019t planning to pay cash for your new car, then you\u2019ll want to secure a financing offer before going to the dealership. Today\u2019s car dealers generate a lot of their revenue in their financing offices. Since they take a cut of the auto loans they offer, they may not always have a buyer\u2019s best interest at heart. Visit your bank or credit union and secure a pre-approval. That way, if the dealership you decide to buy from wants to offer you financing, they\u2019ll be forced to make you a better offer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-don-t-just-look-at-the-payment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t just look at the payment!<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Car dealerships like to focus on your monthly payment, but you\u2019ll want to look at costs over the length of the loan. Consider interest payments and fees and&nbsp;<em>always<\/em>&nbsp;pay close attention to the length of the payment terms. Saving $20 a month may sound like a good plan, but not if you\u2019re stretching payments out over an additional 6 months to get there. Also, don\u2019t be fooled into buying addons based solely on their low cost per month. Paint protectant sounds like a bargain at $8 per month, but over the course of a six-year loan, it will cost you $576&nbsp;<em>plus interest<\/em>! Focus on the big picture and not just your monthly budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shop-around\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shop around.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, during your research phase, you came across some great reviews and vehicle selections at more than one dealership. Don\u2019t be afraid to shop around and use geography to your advantage. You may find that driving a little farther to another dealership will save you a bundle. The car, truck, or SUV you want may have weaker sales at another dealership than the one that is closest to your home. Most dealers keep inventory up to date on their websites, so do some online comparison shopping and you just might find a great deal!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As exciting as buying a new car is, it can also be overwhelming. Once you\u2019ve done your research, secured your financing, and you\u2019re ready to make your purchase,&nbsp;give us a call, and we\u2019ll make the insurance buying part of the process smooth and easy! You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/quote\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">get a quote<\/a> in under two minutes or less or read more car buying tips on our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn if you should buy a new car with The General. 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