Selecting your ideal car to drive in Bangladesh is no easy task, it can be an exciting but also a stressful experience given the amount of options there are for cars. This is why the Garirbazar content team has prepared this blog to help you make an informed decision when selecting the right car for you.
When selecting the right car for your it’s important to know your priorities and selection criteria. In this blog, we discuss some useful steps and guide you on how to carefully select the right car for you. At the end of the day, there is no right or wrong answer given it’s a personal and emotional choice. However, knowing your key selection criteria in the order of importance will help you choose the perfect car for you within your means.
1. What’s your selection criteria?
The first step is to know what you exactly want and rank your selection criteria by the order of importance. Your selection criteria will depend on your personal needs and what you expect from a car. For example, is it do with performance and speed, reliability and safety for your family or to do with the status and brand you want to show your family and friends. As discussed in the introduction, there really is no right or wrong answer and it your selection criteria depends on your personal preferences.
2. Determine your budget?
The next step is to determine appropriate budget for your car purchase. Although car financing is available, your car budget should still be within your means. Don’t forget to also account for your ongoing car expenses such as fuel, maintenance, insurance, repair costs, registration and car repayments and interest if you’re applying for a car loan. A general rule of thumb is to budget typically 15% or less of your monthly take-home pay for these expenses.
3. Research vehicles and car prices in Bangladesh
Now that you have a budget to work with and exactly what your selection criteria when selecting the right car for you, it’s time to do the research and short-list the top car brands and models that appeal to you.
To get a good idea of what car models appeal to you, visit our blogs page to stay up to date with the latest car reviews and trends in Bangladesh. Also, use our search feature to compare different car models and car prices in Bangladesh.
When searching for an ideal car, focus on what’s practical and also pick a model that will make you happy and proud to drive the vehicle given the amount of money you’re spending on a car.
Once you’ve selected a few potential car models, compare the prices and mileage using our advanced search feature. When you find a suitable car for you on our website, simply reach out to the seller or dealership and add the car listing as one your favourites so you can go back to check it’s availability and specifications later on.
4. Visit a Dhaka car showroom and book in a test drive
It’s very important to see the car for yourself before committing to purchase the vehicle. You can simply book an appointment with the car dealer using our website. We suggest seeing a few car models in the same dealership to compare and source the best car model and deal for you. Try to schedule a few appointments back to back; it will make comparing the cars easier and give you a graceful exit from the car dealership.
Once you visit the car dealer, ask many questions about your desired car and make sure to take it out for a test-drive. Drive your three target cars back-to-back so all your impressions are fresh in your mind. When you test-drive the vehicle, think about whether this is the right car for you and if you can envisage yourself driving this car daily.
5. Make an informed decision
It’s important to take your time and make an informed decision before purchasing a vehicle. Avoid just going into a dealership showroom and selecting a car to purchase without doing any research. Also make sure to hire a mechanic to inspect the engine and mechanics of the car before you go ahead with the purchase. Once you’ve done all your research and happy with your selection, confidently make an offer and be prepared to negotiate with the private seller or dealership.
We hope that this blog has valuable to help you select the right car for you in Bangladesh. Picking a vehicle is a major financial and emotional decision so take your time to carefully research and compare vehicles and car prices in Bangladesh.
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