Get the features and options you want in a new car

Buying a car is an exciting and fun process. There are thousands of makes, models, options and features to consider when purchasing your next vehicle. When you do start the process of buying a car (new or used) be sure to get all the options and features that you want, otherwise you might end up regretting not getting them.

A quick example

A friend of mine and myself purchased the same make, model and year of vehicle at the same time a few years ago. Strapped for cash, my buddy decided not to choose the power windows, premium sound, V6 engine and several other features. Several friends and I suggested that he should wait to get the features and options he wanted or he was going to be disappointed with his vehicle, he declined and went ahead an bought the car.

I purchased my vehicle with all of the options that I wanted (actually ended up driving 4 hours to get it). The V6 engine, premium sound, power everything, and a few other options. I am extremely satisfied.

Several months later when asking him about his car and what his thoughts were he had several complaints: if he wanted to roll up or down a window he had to manually do it; it didn’t seem like his car had much power behind it (a 4-cylinder), and his sound system sounded weak and underwhelming. He was disappointed and frustrated, admitting that he should have spent the extra $1,500 to upgrade everything.

I am still very happy with the car I purchased and I’m still driving it today.

This is just a brief example that when you are buying a car that you should get the features and options you want.

The essential features

If you really are strapped for cash but need a new vehicle at least try to get the basic comfort features. Power windows and locks are probably at the top of this list of things you should have to save you frustration down the road.

Luxury features

Things like premium sound, a bigger engine, active cruise control, they all make riding or driving in your car that much more enjoyable.

Many models offer packages of features

When adding features and options, be sure to check to see if there are any packages that the vehicle you are choosing offers. Many offer a deeply discounted upgrade if you do all the features compared to buying them and adding them individually.