What Issues Should You Pay Attention to When Buying a New Car?
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Things to pay attention to when buying a car: 1. Check whether the accompanying documents are complete. These include the certificate of conformity, product manual, invoice, warranty card, etc. Especially verify the certificate of conformity by cross-checking each item. 2. Carefully confirm whether the car is a display model, stock car, test drive car, faulty car, or accident car. 3. Check the manufacturing date on the certificate of conformity and the engine nameplate, as well as the inventory list of the 4S store, to see the production date and arrival date, and determine whether it is a stock car. 4. Listen to whether the engine sound is deep, whether there are any abnormal noises, and whether the vibration or shaking is excessive. 5. Inspect the overall appearance and paint of the car for scratches, dents, or color differences.
When buying a car, I pay special attention to the budget issue. It's essential to first determine the total expenses I can afford, including the base car price and various hidden costs, such as taxes, registration fees, insurance, and add-on expenses. Never impulsively choose an expensive model—compare the overall costs of different brands and models, check if the installment payment interest is favorable, or whether paying in full offers more benefits. I also set aside a sum for future maintenance—the first service for a new car is free, but subsequent maintenance can be costly. I recommend visiting multiple 4S stores to negotiate prices and waiting for promotional seasons to save a lot of money. Purchase insurance immediately after buying the car, and consult the premium amount in advance to prevent small expenses from accumulating into a burden. Throughout the entire process, keeping control of your finances is key to avoiding financial pressure affecting your quality of life—after all, a car is an asset but should serve your lifestyle. In daily driving, I also pay attention to fuel costs—choosing a fuel-efficient car can save money in the long run.
