2. Value Your Trade

2. Value Your Trade

It is always fun to see how much your current vehicle is now worth. Of course, you have to be honest when it comes to condition. Condition plays a big role in the value of a used vehicle. One could argue that taking care of the little things means that the owner kept up a higher level of maintenance on the vehicle in general.

If the vehicle has fewer scratches, dings, tears, and stains, it will be easier to get a strong quote. And you can use the money from the trade-in towards the down payment of your new vehicle or keep some of it. It is all up to you.

3. Finance Approval

3. Finance Approval

The next step is to bank on your creditworthiness. If you have income and low monthly expenses, you should be able to afford any model on our lot. But it's the lenders that you'll have to convince that this is the right financial strategy for you. However, we have seen drivers with credit of all sorts drive away with new vehicles because there are different types of lenders and different auto financing packages. You can use our online tools to calculate your interest rates and the monthly payments to lease or finance each vehicle.

4. Schedule a Test Drive

4. Schedule a Test Drive

Now that you have your prospects narrowed down to a few favorites, it is time to come in and see if that vehicle lives up to your expectations. If it doesn't, our sales team can always consider the elements that fail to meet your satisfaction and suggest alternatives. For some drivers, the legroom may not be sufficient. Other drivers may be particular about seating, legroom, or the infotainment features. Everyone has different needs, but those needs ultimately have to be assessed in the real world at some point rather than in the abstract.