7 Tips for Buying Your First Car

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Buying your first car is like a rite of passage into adulthood. It's exciting, but it's also a lot of responsibility. At Hulett Chevrolet Buick and GMC, we love to help kids buy their first car at the Lake of the Ozarks - and we want to help you as well! Here are a few things you should consider as you make plans for this big purchase, and how we can help.



Start Planning Early

Start thinking about your vehicle before you are going to need it. The first decision you'll have to make is how you want to pay for your vehicle. Have you been saving money for this big purchase, or will you be taking out your first loan and financing a car at the Lake of the Ozarks? Either way, our team can help you narrow down exactly what you need and want.

Ask Someone

Do you have friends who have bought a car recently? Ask them what they liked about buying their first vehicle, and what they would do differently next time. Do they like their car, or would they have chosen something a little different, looking back? Then go to an older peer who has owned a few cars and ask what they would be looking for if they were your age. Getting advice can help make a decision that you are confident in.

Narrow Down the Search and Keep an Open Mind

Starting thinking about what you need in a vehicle. Here are a few things you'll want to consider as you think about what type of care you'll need:

  • Reliable
  • Maintenance Costs
  • Gas Mileage
  • Must-Have Features
  • Manual or Standard Transmission
  • Four Wheel Drive or All Wheel Drive
  • Purpose of the Vehicle


Financing? Break It Down

If you'll be financing your first vehicle, you'll want to work with someone to make sure you can afford the monthly payment. If you don't have any credit yet, you may have to find someone who can co-sign for the vehicle. How long do you want to be paying for the vehicle? This will affect your monthly payment. Do you have some money saved for a down payment? This can help as well.

Visit Your Lake of the Ozarks Car Dealership

After you've thought about what you want and how you can pay for it - it's time to start shopping! Come on out to Hulett Chevrolet Buick and GMC and let our team help you find the right vehicle. We can help you narrow down what's the most important, and then guide you towards the vehicles that fit your needs the most.

Ask Questions

This is probably one of the first big purchases you've made - ask questions! Ask our sales team everything you can think of when it comes to the vehicle, how it works, and how to maintain it. This is your chance to learn about your very first car, and our team will love to answer all of your questions.


Seal the Deal

Once you've found the car that is the perfect fit for you - it's time to sign the paperwork and get your keys! We can help you work with your bank for the financing, or if you're working with us for financing, we can get that finished as well! Don't forget to bring a payment method for your downpayment!

Car Shopping at the Lake of the Ozarks

We are so excited for you to drive away on your new wheels. Buying your first car is exciting, and we know that you're going to love it. Be safe out there on the open highway, and enjoy all of the new adventures that this vehicle with takes you on. Ready to get started? Check out our website to start narrowing down what you're looking for, or stop by for a visit! We can take you on a tour and show you what we have on the lot.

Hulett Chevrolet Buick GMC - That's The Way We Do It At Hulett!

513 N. Business Route 5
Camdenton, MO  65020

Sales: 573.317.4191
Service:  573.317.4195

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Location: Camdenton, MO 65020, USA

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