Buying a new car is a major purchase and it shouldn't be done on a whim. Before you begin your car shopping experience, some preliminary research should be conducted, mainly for the sake of saving yourself time.
Things you should know are, what body style you are looking to purchase for your next car, i.e., SUV, van, truck, etc., what features are a must, and which ones you can live without. There's no saying that you won't be swayed away from your original wish list, but it's nice to have an idea. Going out blindly to a car dealership can be risky, as those sneaky salespeople can spot you from a mile away, running the risk of them pushing you to test drive a vehicle you never even considered. Being prepared is your best weapon in the car buying process.
Yes (as mentioned above), having an idea of what you want is a top priority, but don't forget to consider one of the obvious points; cost. We can all dream of having that fancy sports car with bells and whistles that make every car buyer drool with envy, but is that realistic? It's more than just the sticker price you need to look at. The added fees, taxes, the breakdown with interest as to what your monthly payments will be, etc. all play a factor.
If you've ever been to a dealership, you've undoubtedly heard the salesperson tell you they are giving you the best price. How can you be so sure? Do you really think the salesperson's number one goal is for the customers to save money? We don't think so. It’s all about their commission. The more you spend, the more they make from your car purchase and trust us, they make money on every upsell of the transaction. So, they can say all they want about being upfront on the price of the car, and truthfully, it’s likely accurate if you look at the dollar amount before all those add-ons. At FFUN Cars, we do things a lot different; for starters, we don’t do commission sales. We’re all about transparency, so here’s how you can save money on your next vehicle.
Online Car Buying Saves Money
There's a new way of buying yourself a new vehicle, and it's by purchasing a used car online. Many consumers are moving to online car buying platforms to buy their next car, and it's for many reasons beyond just avoiding the pushing car salesperson.
The reality is, buying a car online (on average) saves money. According to iSeeCars, the average cost savings when you buy a vehicle online is 0.8%, or $185.00. You may be wondering where the savings come from. For starters, online car-buying services don't have massive overhead costs associated with running a brick-and-mortar dealership. They pay for those all-glass buildings with various fees added to your transaction, for paperwork, delivery, you name it. An online dealer doesn’t have those extra costs so they definitely shouldn’t have those fees. At the same time, traditional dealerships provide incentives to salespeople, which you know are being paid in some way or another by consumers. Hint, it’s usually through those hidden fees again.
Going to a traditional dealership over shopping online usually requires you to go through one of their lenders, so even if you plan on buying from a dealership, it's best to talk to your credit union or bank to see what interest rates they can give you on an auto loan. Or (again), if you don't want to shop around from dealership to dealership, shop for your next car at FFUN Cars, where you can buy online, in-store, or a combination of the two.
Why Online Car Buying is an Awesome Option
Other than the statistics showing that buying a vehicle online saves you money, there's also the no-haggle aspect that keeps you on a budget you can afford. (PS- we have no-haggle pricing online or in-store). Car payments are significant and there's nothing worse than seeing a sticker price that you consider to be a good price, only to find out (right before you sign papers) that the final price is way higher than you understood it to be. What a hassle, right?
The old saying goes, time is money, and it's often a waste of time driving around looking for a new car to buy and dealing with car dealers. Sitting in the comfort of your own home, in your pajamas, with a glass of wine is definitely not a waste of time - an option we offer.
FFUN Cars Really is One Hundred Percent Online if You Want
We aren't kidding; we mean 100% online when we say online - that’s if you want it to be. Our Customer Experience Specialists are here if you want to come visit us in person. Do you have a current car you want to trade in? Perfect, we take those, and you guessed it, we do that online. Looking to get a car loan and don't know where to begin? Get approved online in two minutes without impacting your credit score. If you have a down payment, no problem, type the amount in and you will get an actual number of what your monthly payments will be.
Worried you can't see the vehicle when you purchase online. Browse our large inventory of certified pre-owned vehicles in all makes and models, including Toyota, Honda, BMW, Porsche, and many more and you can take them all on a 360° virtual tour. Throughout this virtual tour, you will notice the vehicles look as if they are brand new. Each vehicle also comes with a CARFAX report and has undergone a meticulous 92-point inspection.
Okay, you caught us, there's one thing you can't do online, and that's taking it for an actual test drive. Once you've found the car you love and completed the transaction, we can deliver it right to you - again, saving you money, albeit just gas money. We want to ensure you don't have buyer's remorse, so we offer a 24-hour test drive. No worries about being locked in after you signed the papers. If you aren’t absolutely sure you picked the best car for you and your lifestyle, you can return it; we have a 30-day money-back guarantee, just a few of the benefits of FFUN Cars.
We’re going to be bold and tell you that your best option for saving time and money is to buy your next vehicle from FFUN Cars, whether that’s online or in-store. Call us biased, but we think we’re pretty awesome.
