HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2012-10-25, Page 17THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2012. PAGE 17. Give yourself enough time for a test drive
MS –When shopping for a new
vehicle, some drivers know exactly
which model of car they want to buy,
while others are not so sure. Though
price and features often carry the
most weight when making a
decision, a test drive can narrow
down the prospects as well.
It is easy to become awestruck by
the look of a new car, and even easier
to fall into the eager hands of a
salesperson. It can be confusing
when comparing the dozens of
statistics and numbers associated
with a car – from price to
horsepower to gas usage ratios. One
of the best ways to judge a car is to
take it out for a test drive.
There are many things that a test
drive can tell you about a car or
truck. A test drive shouldn’t be a
quick jaunt around the block. It
should include a thorough
examination of the vehicle, and the
drive should be long enough for you
to get a feel for the vehicle.
It is important to take your time on
a test drive and not feel rushed.
There are also many other tips that
can help you find the right buy.
• Pick a time when you feel
focused. Doing a test drive on your
lunch hour or right before you’re
expected at a meeting or carpool is
not the ideal time to make an
assessment of the vehicle. You
certainly may feel rushed and
distracted by the other tasks you
have to accomplish. Rather, pick a
time when you are well rested and
well fed and able to concentrate on
the job at hand.
• Avoid distractions. Sometimes
schedules conflict and you may have
to bring other people, including
children, along on the test drive.
However, when possible, only
include those people who will be
driving the vehicle in the test drive.
This way you will be able to focus
solely on the car and not worry about
what the other passengers are doing
as well. It is also perfectly
acceptable to ask the salesperson to
be quiet during the test drive and
reserve explaining the features and
attributes for before or after the
drive. This way you can focus on the
driving experience.
• Research the vehicle. It helps to
go into a test drive already knowing
the majority of the specifications on
the vehicle and what the car or truck
is capable of doing. This way you’ll
be able to tell if the sales information
you are receiving is accurate or
embellished.
• Try out different terrains. Most
test drives consist of a short jaunt to
and from the dealership. Sales
Take your time
A test drive is an important part of the process of
purchasing a vehicle. It can help you gain a feel for the
vehicle and figure out if it’s the right car for you. (MS photo)
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