Automobile Buying Guide

While cars are not considered to be a luxury anymore, buying an automobile is still a large purchase that you want to think about carefully. You’re investing in a vehicle that will be safe and convenient to use so that you and your family will have more freedom. Whether you use your vehicle for business or personal reasons, you need it to be as reliable as you are.

The sheer amount of cars and trucks on the market can make it overwhelming to choose a vehicle that’s suitable for your needs. Here at Express Auto, we understand what a big step buying an automobile can be and we want to assist you in making a wise purchasing decision. To that end, we’ve provided the following buying guide to help you find the perfect car or truck.

Shopping Considerations

Though we are ready and willing to help you make an informed decision about your purchase, here are some questions to ask yourself before you come to a dealership.

• What kind of vehicle are you looking for? Do you want something small and compact with good fuel efficiency for long commutes or do you need a large SUV that can hold a whole family? Are you planning on hauling heavy cargo or towing trailers at some point?
• What is your financial situation? Do you have the money ready to purchase the car outright or are you going to need to use financial aid to purchase your vehicle? Don’t forget that the cost of a vehicle includes not only the car or truck itself, but also associated costs like insurance, maintenance, fuel and aftermarket accessories.
• How important are stylistic details to you? Do you have a particular color preference for your vehicle? 
• Are there manufacturers that you trust more than others, either due to owning one of their vehicles previously or knowing someone who owned one?

Where to Buy

You have a great variety of options before you when you’re in the market for an automobile. You can choose to buy second hand via a classified or online ad, but you’ll need to be wary of unscrupulous sellers who are trying to pawn off a lemon on you. You can also head to a used car lot, but the same caveat applies. The best place to purchase a new or used vehicle is from a reputable local dealer that’s trusted by the community. A dealership like Express Auto has the backing of thousands of satisfied customers and the experience necessary to know as much about the vehicles they sell as possible. When you’re ready to look at your options, visit one of our five Western Michigan dealerships to take a look at our full stock of new and used automobiles for sale. Express Auto proudly serves the Grand Rapids area.