Written by Menswear Style in Cars on the 14th October 2020

Cars! They are expensive, and there is no hiding from that fact. But many of us need some form of transport either for work or for our family, so a lot of people need to make this investment at some stage in their lives. That isn’t to say it’s an easy process to be involved in. However, it doesn’t have to be the biggest financial burden if you budget correctly and take on board some of the tips outlined below. If your car has seen better days, sometimes it's best to sell it if it's not running properly. With that in mind, here are some of the ways you can keep on top of your budget when it comes to your car purchase and running costs.

How will you purchase the car?  

When you make the purchase of a car, it isn’t just about the total cost that you need to think about, there is also a lot to consider in terms of whether you have a full amount to spend, or whether it is a monthly budget you have to work with. If it is a monthly budget then you will need to look at the cost per month which may affect the total purchase price. It could be that you can afford a more valuable car, or you need to rethink the budget entirely.

Shop around  

It is important that you look at different places in which you may want to purchase your car. Shopping around and looking at different deals can help you to ensure that you get the very best deal. Whether you look online at websites like Choose My Car or whether you like the traditional option of heading to high street dealerships and speaking with someone face to face, a good deal can be found. You can also use your research to ensure that you are paying a fair price. Whether it is brand new or a used car, the deals can vary from company to manufacturer.

Take on board the costs 

after the purchase has been made One thing many people forget when it comes to budgets is the costs involved after you have made the purchase of your car. It’s easy to not think about servicing payments, insurance quotes, and even the running costs. However, these are all important to your monthly budget. It would be worth checking out insurance quotations before making any purchase to confirm whether or not a fully comprehensive policy is affordable. You may also want to consider your running costs each week. You might be thinking a petrol car will be fine, but if you are doing a lot of mileage, a diesel vehicle might work out cheaper to run. You can check out fuel calculators online who can help you work out these costs. One of the other things to consider with your budget is maintenance. A car will need a yearly service at least, and some wear and tear items might need replacing sooner than you think. Items like tyres, wipers, and brakes are all things you should be setting money aside for to avoid any nasty bills.

We provide tips such as maintenance costs and comparing prices, to help you keep on top of your budget when purchasing a car.