Car Buying Tips 

Buying a new car is a big investment and, in turn, demands you do your due diligence. We want you to make the right choice for your needs, so it’s understandable that you take the time to prepare and ensure you’re doing what’s right for your Blair lifestyle. Which is why we’ve put together our car-buying tips to help guide you through this process. You’re not alone! Our Woodhouse Ford South of Plattsmouth team will support you through every step of the process. Review the following guide from Woodhouse Ford South of Plattsmouth in order to assist you in making an informed purchase and driving a vehicle you genuinely love. Then give us a call or take a look at our inventory to find your perfect car match near Lincoln!

Tips For Finding Your Perfect New Car

How do you decide which car to buy? Here are our top four tips for choosing the right vehicle: 

1. Focus Your Search: What kind of driving habits do you have? How much space do you need for passengers and cargo? What technology and safety features are important to you? You can focus your car search by asking these and similar questions. 
2. Choose Your Top Three Options: Examine the lifespans, safety rankings, and other relevant data for your top three options. Most new models have a wealth of information available to give you a clear idea of what to anticipate. 
3. Conduct a Local Search: By investigating local car lots and requesting price quotes, you can weigh your options and identify the best deal. 
4. Think About Upcoming Holidays & Sale Weekends: Are there any upcoming holidays or significant sale weekends? Consider them when making your purchasing decisions to get a better deal on the preferred brand and model.  

We recommend browsing our new vehicle specials for the type and size of vehicle you need to maximize your buying power.

Tips For Financing Your New Car

When you have decided on your favorite car, it is time to head to a nearby dealership. To create an appropriate budget, keep in mind this financial advice: 

• Taxes: Sales tax on new cars is a standard, non-negotiable fee that is typically added to the loan amount for a new car. 
• Trade-in Value: Trading in your current car, if applicable, to the dealership of your choice will give you more money for a down payment. To get the best price, it is wise to detail and clean the car thoroughly, as well as make minor repairs. If you still owe money on the car, the balance will be added to the cost of your new car. 
• Interest Rate: Your interest rate will be lower the higher your credit score. Take action to raise your credit score if it is currently below where you would like it to be before investing in a new vehicle. One way to raise your score is to pay off all of your credit card debt and pay all of your bills on time.

Finance Cars With No Credit

Does your credit need work, but you need a new car? Or, maybe you’re a first-time car buyer with no credit? You may be wondering if it’s possible to get a no credit or bad credit car finance plan. The answer is yes! It may be a bit more difficult than it would be if you had established credit, but it’s not impossible.

Browse the New Car Inventory at Woodhouse Ford South of Plattsmouth!

Are you ready to make the commitment? Then give us a call, and we’ll help you get started! Or, if you already know which Ford vehicle you want, you can visit our finance center to begin the purchase process. You can also take a look at our used vehicle inventory to take part in our used car finance. We look forward to seeing you out on the Nebraska City road in your new car here soon!