Basic Steps for Your First-Time Car Purchase
Figure out your budget in advance
Before you start shopping, it's important to decide how much you can afford. That will allow you to shop for a new or used vehicle that lets you stay within your monthly budget. It's wise to consider things like your monthly income, your current monthly expenses and how large of a down payment you can make. Our dealership offers new and used car financing options for Benson, NC first-time buyers that can fit their budget, and we'll help them find a vehicle they can afford.
Do some research to find the vehicle that's right for you
If you're a first-time shopper from a nearby community like Raleigh, NC, you'll find a large selection of new and used vehicles from Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram in our inventory. It's a good idea to start on our website and adjust the price filter in a way that fits your budget numbers. There's a lot to be said for buying a quality used vehicle with lower mileage, so it represents a good value and helps you stay within your financial guidelines.
Set up a test drive
After you've found a few vehicles that fit your budget, contact us to schedule a test drive so you can check out the vehicle's features, performance and how easy it is to drive. Our helpful, experienced staff will be glad to answer your questions and will avoid putting any pressure on you. We want you to get a vehicle you really love at a price you can afford.
If you have a trade-in, that can help
You might have a used family vehicle you've been driving around Cary, NC for a while. If so, we can give you an estimate of its value and apply that to your vehicle purchase. That can lower the overall cost and the down payment for your first-time car purchase.
Get insurance and complete the paperwork
As you probably know, it's important to get car insurance before you drive off our lot, so you'll be covered wherever you drive. Our team can help you complete the required paperwork to make the process as simple and streamlined as possible.
Apply for a car loan
Even before you shop for your first car, it makes sense to apply for financing so you can look for a vehicle that can qualify for an affordable car loan. We have long-standing relationships with financial institutions in North Carolina so we can help you get a car loan with payments that fit your budget.
