Be in the Driver's Seat

A couple weeks ago I published a blog post about the importance of driving a car before you intend to buy. A couple days ago I saw this tweet:
 "Saw the jeep patriot in person and didn't like it after all 👎 I want my 4door jeep wrangler !!"

So seeing a car in person can change your mind about what car you really want. There are many cars to chose from and even when you narrow it down to your personal favorites, there are many options on each car. So don't leave it to one single visit to a dealership to make that choice...a choice you will live with for 3, 5 or maybe even more years!

 When I saw all these photos of our friends at the Dayton Auto Show, I realized that auto shows are a great opportunity to go look at cars without feeling pressured to buy. Look how comfortable they are getting in the driver's seat! Every person who is thinking about buying a car (even someday) should get in the driver's seat...literally and figuratively!

Don't feel like you can't go to a dealership just because the salesmen wants you to buy something. Be confident. Be in the driver's seat! Ask questions. Get answers. Be informed. Try out all the cars you are considering, well before you buy them.

One of our friends said she went to the car show knowing she wanted a Jeep Grand Caravan, she even had her photo taken in it that day, but when she saw this Wrangler she changed her mind. She really loved the colors and liked the look and feel a lot better once she got in the driver's seat!

But don't wait for auto show time to get in the driver's seat! Go to dealerships. The sales professionals are there to help you, even if you aren't ready to buy. Don't be afraid to say, when they inquire, that you are not buying today (if you aren't ready to buy). If the sales person is helpful and knowledgeable you will keep him/her in mind when you are ready. Ask questions!

A big thank you to all of our friends who went to the show and sent us a photo!

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