Travelling, whether for work or trips, can sure be taxing both physically and mentally, and while you can always opt to use taxis or the more convenient mobility service providers to alleviate this, using these services can become “taxing” in a whole different aspect that you and your budget knows all too well.
Well, there’s an obvious solution. A solution that has always been available. A solution that’s going to keep you less drained and it’s only going to cost you initially. Yes, you can always buy a car.
Easy for us to say? You may be right but that’s only because we know the WHAT’s and the HOW’s when it comes to these things and so should you.
Go for Second Hand
You want to save, don’t you? Now when it comes to saving, there’s nothing more thrifty than opting to buy a second hand unit instead of a brand new one. The depreciation rate is in your favor, the insurance premium would be cheaper as well and if you do it right, the car is going to be able to pay for itself in no time. Now the question is;
What am I going to buy?
If your sole focus is to simply get a reliable ride that will get you from point A to point B, with an affordable rate and is within 3 years of model year, consider getting a 2017 Hyundai Eon.
– Smallest unit by far by Hyundai but don’t let that distract you as its interior dimensions are completely optimized for space and comfort.
– Rear windscreen is really large which makes parking and reversing easy.
– 800cc engine and 1.0-liter engines, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.
– You can buy a used unit for the low price of PHP 300,000
Want something that has a sleeker design? How about a 2014 Mazda 3?
– Exceptional in terms of style and design. The long hood and ‘cab-back’ design makes it stand out from all other cars of the same variety
– Offers two engine variants; A 2.0-liter version which has 155 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque, and a more powerful 2.5-liter version which has 184 hp and 185 lb-ft of torque.
– Available at about PHP 500,000
Perhaps you’re a family person and you want to get a unit with family vacations and road trips in mind? You might want to consider a 2014 Toyota Innova E, then!
– Strong and robust exterior. Large front grille with dynamic bumpers.
– Offers 7 seats in 2-3-2 format
– 2.5 Liter Diesel Engine dishing out 100.6 bhp at 3600rpm with Max Torque of 200Nm at 1200-3600rpm
– Prices at about PHP 700,00. Fairly cheap considering its performance and design.
As you can see, your purpose as to why you’re buying a car must always be taken into consideration. Cars are long-term partners. Always make sure that it’s a perfect match.
How and where do I buy one?
Good question! Here’s the general rule, as much as possible, refrain from buying from shady individual sellers that plague your newsfeed regardless of how persuasive their posts are and how cheap are the rates that they are offering. You are already saving a lot from choosing to buy a used car. Don’t take the risk of buying uninspected units just so you can save even more. Going the unnecessary extra mile to save a few more bucks has a huge chance of, in turn, lessening the mileage that you should have gotten from the money you expended. The wise choice, then?
Pre-loved Car Companies
Why not? You can pay in cash or choose financing and aside from the relatively more trustworthy description that companies like GoDrive label their units, another good benefit from buying from them is the safety that they offer. Not only in terms of the car condition and the deal that you’re getting but also your physical safety. Individual sellers will have you meet-up in just about any location, and while you can always set the meeting in a public area, there’s no beating the safety of going to the office of a well-reputed and reviewed company that has a good history of matching great units with hundreds of buyers such as yourself.
As for the process, it’s easy. Car companies are certain to have social media pages you can conveniently message. You can shop around from the comfort of your home, even now. Send them a message and their sales people will be more than willing to walk you through the process.
Once all the necessary details are discussed and a meeting scheduled, upon choosing a car, just make sure that you inspect every nook and cranny. Inspect the papers, even. If possible, bring an experienced mechanic with you, that is if you yourself are not already the experienced mechanic that you need. Test drive the car for as long as the agent will allow. Long-term partnership, remember? You don’t marry someone at first sight even when there’s an entire reputable company that’s backing the marriage. It never hurts to be too sure.
Now if all things look okay, it’s time to talk about the payment. You can choose to go for car financing but the company will surely require more than an ID for your application. Proof of income and proof of billing are some of the most basic requirements they’re going to have to request from you. A very minor hassle really considering you can drive the car home after sending a few papers and a very small down payment.
Final words
And that’s basically it. Your problem is solved without being required to pay hundreds of thousands upfront.
You deserve every bit of convenience that you can have. Your daily transport should not be as dreadful or costly as it is. Spend now to save more in the long run but always remember to never compromise quality and safety for the price.