If you’re about to start your used car shopping journey, congrats! Buying a car is an exciting and rewarding experience. If you’re shopping in the Charlotte area, come pay us a visit! We have a great selection of vehicles at all price points, so you can find what you’re looking for. However, even if you decide not to visit us, we do recommend you conduct your used car shopping in person.
Shopping for used cars in person has a lot of perks
Some dealers and organizations have started to offer you the ability to shop online – even purchasing online – for new and used vehicles. While this is a bit more acceptable for new cars because everything is new and you know exactly what you’re getting, we don’t recommend it when shopping Charlotte used cars. Here are some of the reasons our sales specialists presented to us when we brought up the topic.
Reason 1: You never know what you’re going to get. Like we said, with a new car, you know what you’re going to get because it’s brand new and coming from the factory. However, used cars have had previous owners and have gone through the wear and tear that comes with every day driving. It’s best to inspect Charlotte used vehicles in person so you can see what the wear and tear has resulted in BEFORE you sign the dotted line.
Reason 2: You can’t test drive online. Taking a test drive is a HUGELY important part of Charlotte used car shopping. This is your chance to ensure the car runs smoothly, is laid out the way you want it to be, has enough interior space, and more. If you skip it, you may find yourself in the driver’s seat of a vehicle that is simply too small or needs repairs for its squeaky brakes. Get behind the wheel and see how it handles before you decide!
Reason 3: You can’t negotiate online. Some people don’t like negotiating when it comes to buying a car in Charlotte, but a lot of drivers like the chance to try and work with the salesperson a little. Plus, our dealership will not only talk price, but also works with multiple lenders to try and get you the financing you needyou’re your new ride.
Not to mention, shopping in person lets you make sure you’re making the right choice. You may get behind the wheel of the Charlotte used car you thought you wanted only to find it won’t work… but luckily, you’re at a car dealership where there are a ton of other options for you to take a peek at.
Schedule your shopping appointment today!
Ready to start your shopping? Call us today – Toyota of N Charlotte is open seven days a week at (888) 883-3797, and we’re here until 10pm every night. Come see us at 13249 Statesville Road, just off I-77 at exit 23!
