Whats more sweat-inducing than ajob interview?
Maybe negotiating with a car salesperson and throwing down a chunk of money…
But you might be able to avoid the pressure of negotiating at a dealership nowadays.
The Perks of Using a Car-Buying Site
Websites likeCarvanaandVroomspecialize in buying and selling carsonline.
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One downside is you wont be able to test drive it.
However, most of these sites have a return policy.
For example, Carvana has a seven-day money-back guarantee policy.
The companys inventory is all listed online.
you’ve got the option to be as specific or as general as youd like when you search.
Then punch in in that estimated budget and find your matches.
you’re free to also see how much youre saving compared to the Kelley Blue Book price.
If not, youll have to pay (prices vary by vacation).
Either way, youll get a five-day return policy.
Carvana
WithCarvana, you could search for exactly what you want, or peruse the available options.
Once you find one to your liking, take a tour.
I chose a Volkswagen Tiguan.
When I clicked on two blue dots, the cars specs pop up.
The little yellow triangle means something is wrong with it.
In this case, its just a few scratches on the hood.
(Search for a car, and youll see what I mean!)
Youll see photos of the interior, exterior and under the hood.
If you like the car, you’re free to build your deal.
Select your annual income and key in your VantageScore to see your personalized financing terms.
you might also use a third party to finance if you dont like what you see.
Youll review and sign all your contracts online.
you’ve got the option to take your time combing through the fine print or speed through.
According to Carvana, the fastest time someones purchased a car through its site is 11 minutes.
Vroom has scouts who scour the country to find the best pre-owned cars.
Then its your turn to find the car you want.
you’ve got the option to browse or get right to it and search by make and model.
Youll find all the details you need.
Theres also a nifty estimated payment calculator you’ve got the option to play with.
Choose your credit status, your preferred term length and how much youd like to put down.
Plus, theres a 90-day warranty in case anything is iffy.
you might also trade your old car in here, too!
Carson Kohler (@CarsonKohler) is a staff writer at The Penny Hoarder.
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