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May 21, 2018

The thrill of buying your very first car only comes once in life. That excitement can be tempered, however, if you don’t know how to go about doing so. That’s why the team at Sansone Kia has put together a list of tips for you to make the experience as easy as possible in Avenel, NJ.

  • Plan a budget: You need to determine a budget for your purchase and stick to it. There’s no wiggle room here, so don’t think you can spend $5,000 more than what you have budgeted for.
  • Research: There are plenty of options when it comes to researching a vehicle. You can use the Kelley Blue Book, visit the dealership, talk to other car owners, and more. Don’t limit yourself to one source.
  • Build a list of vehicles: Build your list of vehicles that you realistically can buy. This includes your budget and your driving needs.
  • Go for a test drive: Don’t ever buy a vehicle without taking it for a test drive. The test drive helps you get a feel for how the vehicle handles and helps you determine how safe you feel behind the wheel.
  • Apply for financing: It’s always best to finance a vehicle purchase. That way you don’t have to pay for it entirely out of pocket. Most car loans last no longer than six years, so make sure the monthly payments fit into your overall budget.
  • Sign the papers: Once you’ve taken a test drive, or two, you can sign the paperwork. Read through it carefully and make sure there are no questions.

Visit our sales team at Sansone Kia today to ask questions about the Kia Optima or any of our other Kia models. We have various trim levels waiting for you to take on a test drive in Woodbridge, NJ.