No one likes to wait around. That is especially true when it means waiting endlessly at a car dealership while details are ironed out before you drive home in your new or used vehicle. Here’s the good news—you can shorten the time you spend buying your next set of wheels at a dealership. It’s all a matter of doing your homework and being prepared.
Do Your Homework
Buying a new vehicle is not the time to be impulsive. If you take time to be prepared, the actual buying process will be shorter. Start by researching the vehicle(s) that interest you the most. Go online and Google articles relating to reviews for safety, fuel economy and reliability. Or you can visit your local library and browse through issues of Consumer Reports or Car And Driver, just to name a few, and note their recommendations. Make a list of what features are important to you and which vehicles that meet your criteria.
Narrow down the car dealerships where you plan to do your car shopping. Visit their websites, as you should be able to find a wealth of information, such as their inventory of new and Certified Preowned vehicles and special deals going on right now. If you are shopping with us, be sure to see our website at www.CardinaleMazda.com and complete our financing application for quick pre-approval. Qualifying for financing before you visit the dealership saves a lot of time! It’s important for you to know beforehand if there are any issues with your credit history that may be a stumbling block.
Make a call to your auto insurance agent and find out what is required to get a new vehicle insured. Some insurance companies require that the new vehicle be insured prior to driving it off the lot, while others give you a grace period to have it insured. It’s better to know before you are ready to leave the dealership with your new vehicle. Most dealerships also have auto insurance on their checklist of details to take care of when finalizing the sale of your new or used vehicle. Be ahead of the game by knowing where you stand with regard to auto insurance requirements.
What To Bring With You While Shopping For Your Next Vehicle
There are many documents that the dealership must process when a new or used car is sold. As you can imagine, it takes time to process all that paperwork, but you can help lighten the load. Here is a list of items that we recommend you bring with you when shopping for your next vehicle:
- State-issued photo I.D. driver’s license
- Paycheck stub, W-2 or 1099, bank statement for proof of income
- If you plan to trade in your current vehicle, take along the car’s title
- Utility bill or phone bill with current address for proof of residence
- Current auto insurance card for proof of insurance
- Checkbook — to provide a down payment on your new vehicle!
Cardinale Mazda Salinas wants to be your one-stop dealership. Start your search today for your next set of wheels. We hope you’ll consider us when it’s time to shop for your new vehicle. Come visit us at the Salinas Auto Mall and let us show you the latest models, from the Mazda CX-5 and Mazda3 to the Mazda MX-5 Miata or any of our #CertifiedPreowned inventory. We’ve got the perfect vehicle that will meet your needs! Our featured recommendation is the Mazda CX-5, a fuel efficient crossover SUV. Why not give it a test drive today?
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Cardinale Mazda
500 Auto Center Circle
Salinas, California 93907
Phone: 877.989.9252
Website: www.cardinalemazda.com