Sep 05
2008Apparently you’re shopping for an Acura and that’s one point for you because Acura makes great cars! Step one is complete. You’ve chosen your make. Step two sometimes gets lost in the jumble of options that are available to potential car buyers. There’s so much to figure out that you tend to get stuck without figuring out anything at all!
The natural step Two is to pinpoint your preferred model. Decide which model suits you the best and stick with your decision. It’s not as easy as it sounds. There are several available models and they’ve all got their high and low points.
When you’re making the decision on which model to shop for make sure you’re working within a budget you can afford. If you can afford it easily that’s best, but we all know that sometimes money’s tight and that’s just the way it’s going to be! If you don’t have a budget make a simple one that figures out what you spend where; knowing what you can afford to spend means knowing what you’re already spending!
The suggested amount “they” suggest you allocate towards vehicle payments is 20% of your monthly net income. But it’s always best to base your purchase off your individual circumstances instead of the “norm.”
Make sure your Acura meets your needs. Don’t make exceptions to your standards. If you wanted to have a larger engine make sure the vehicle you’re looking at has just that. If you can’t live without power windows don’t consider a cheaper model because it doesn’t have power windows. If you wanted a sunroof more than anything else. Get a car with a sunroof. If you’ve always wanted XM radio…get a car that has XM radio installed. If fuel economy is your major concern then make sure you get the model with the best EPA ratings.
Four wheel drive? A great sound system? Extra seating? DVD/Navigation system? Outline your needs and wants clearly in writing before you head out shopping and then separate them into two columns: needs and wants. Get as much of your list fulfilled as you can on the budget that you’ve given yourself. The more you’re willing to look; the more likely it is that you’ll find the perfect vehicle!
