WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO THE DEALERSHIP TO BUY OR LEASE A CAR?

Buying a new car is about as thrilling as it gets. Taking it for that first drive through your neighborhood, picking up your kids from school and even showing up to work are things you likely look forward to. You may have already found that perfect Kia, whether the crowd-pleasing Telluride, the sporty Rio, the iconic Soul or one of our many other great models, and you may be ready to drive it home right now. We get it. It’s exciting. However, there are some things you need to do to ensure the transaction is as smooth as possible.

You probably already have a specific car in mind, but if not, browse our inventory of new Kia models and find the one that best fits your needs and budget. We offer many specials throughout the year, so checking there first is always a good idea. To expedite the buying process even more, go ahead and get pre-approved for financing.

When you are ready to buy, there are a few items that you’ll need to bring with you to Gettel Kia of Bradenton. To that end, we’ve compiled a short list below that you can keep on your phone or even print out and use as a checklist before heading to our dealership.

TRADE IN YOUR OLD VEHICLE
Trading in your old vehicle when purchasing (or even leasing) a new Kia is always a good idea. It can be used, essentially, as a down payment, which will lower the overall loan amount. If you buy a new or pre-owned vehicle, your monthly payments will, in turn, be less than they otherwise would be. On that note, if you’re curious about your monthly payments, you can use our handy online calculator to get a good idea of what you will be paying.

If you’re planning to trade in a vehicle, regardless of make or model, you can get an estimate online in seconds based on Kelley Blue Book®? estimates. We will do everything we can to give you the maximum amount for your old vehicle.

WHAT TO PAY ATTENTION TO DURING YOUR TEST DRIVE
No one likes paperwork, but car sales require them. It’s actually a law, so that part of the transaction is unavoidable. One part that is avoidable, though, no one ever wants to avoid. It’s the test-drive, of course! Everyone loves to test drive a new Kia. That joy is understandable, but don’t be so excited that you forget what matters most: finding the perfect Kia for your needs. So make sure the Kia you’re testing out checks all your boxes.

Make a list of any must-have features and be sure the model you’re driving includes them. It’s a Kia, so it probably will! If you have any questions during the test-drive, don’t hesitate to ask the salesmember sitting there next to you. Our team knows Kia inside and out.

FINAL STEPS IN THE CAR-BUYING PROCESS
You’ve found the perfect Kia and you’re ready to drive it home. Now what? Simple. Take these things into consideration and you’ll be turning heads in your new Kia in no time:
 
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