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How To Make Your Dream Car Yours (Without Stressing About The Finances)

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How To Make Your Dream Car Yours (Without Stressing About The Finances)

TGR Staff – 08/02/2022

All car fanatics will likely know what their perfect car is. However, the dream and desire to purchase that car might seem a long way away. 

Should you have your eyes and heart set on a specific car and want to make your dreams a reality, then it might be possible with these tips.

Sell Your Old Car(s) and Parts First

Although you might think that an old unusable car is worth nothing, you can sell a junk car and get money for it. Instead of scrapping it at the tip, you can earn a small profit from it to put towards your next car purchase. Even if you have old car parts lying around, these will probably be worth something too. There is no benefit to throwing old parts and cars away when you can use their value to add to your dream car. 

Consider Financing

Some people prefer to buy their car outright. However, sometimes it will not be an option if there is a dream car that is too expensive. There are plenty of car finance considerations that you can take on board if you want to make your dream car a reality. Although the monthly payments might seem a lot, at least you can make your car dreams true and make yourself happy. 

There will be lots of options to suit all people. Taking out a loan for a car is sometimes the only option for those without the money to use upfront or those that dream of owning an expensive car.

McLaren Hood Emblem

Trade in Your Current Car

Another top tip to make your dream car a reality is to trade in what you already own. Although you might love your car, it will be worth the sacrifice if there is a car you can get your hands on by trading in your current vehicle. This can be more beneficial if you are trading in the car to the same place you want to buy from. They might give you a great discount for being a loyal customer. 

Ask for a Discount

Speaking of car discounts, there is no harm in asking for one if you know that you can only afford a certain price. Should you know that you can afford the dream car if it is 10% subtracted from the value, then you should ask and see if it is possible. If you don’t ask, you don’t get it.

Classic Porsche 911

Buy Private Party

Although it can feel great to drive the car away from the manufacturer’s branch, you can sometimes save yourself quite a chunk of money if you buy from an individual. Going to an independent car dealership might help you find exactly what you are looking for for a fraction of the price.

These simple tips can soon help you make your dream car a reality. Financing options and selling old cars and parts could be the solution to attaining the finances needed to purchase your dream vehicle. 

Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield is the founder of The Gentleman Racer, a leading automotive lifestyle site blending cars, travel, and culture. Known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective, the site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados.

A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

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