Help me choose a car

Hi, thank you for letting me help you choose the right car for you.


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I'll ask you a couple of questions. Are you ready?

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Sorry, because you said no, I can't help you pick your new car.

Amazing! Let's get into it.


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The first step is - Ask yourself three questions to narrow down your choices and find the one car you’re looking for. Can we start?

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The first question is: Ask yourself what kind of car you want. According to car experts, considering what you like and dislike can help to narrow down your choices. For instance, if you like sports car, then look for sports car. There’s no need to waste your time and energy searching for SUV’s, etc.


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The second question is: Ask yourself what you need by way of performance, space, etc. in the car. If you like a sports car but this sports car will not fit your needs, scratch the sports car. If you are planning on building a big family, opt for bigger cars unless of course if you have the money to afford to buy many cars, then it would be fine.


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If you are a construction worker and need space to transport logs and huge pieces of wood and stuff, then a pickup truck will be right for you.


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Do you want to hear the last one of those 3 questions?

Sorry, because you said no, I can't continue.

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Sorry, because you said no, I can't continue.

The last question is: <break time="0.5s" /> Ask yourself who will be your passengers. This is especially important for those who have a big family who have kids with them on car seats. More space is needed if you are carrying your whole family with you so a car with more space inside is preferable.


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Do you want to know some other things you should consider?

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Point 1: <break time="0.5s" /> Check your budget. Before going to the showrooms for test drives and car checks, have a primary budget in mind. This will help you to remain reasonable about the choices and not give in to a car you really cannot afford. If you're on a Suzuki or Hyundai budget, it'll help you not to tiptoe toward an Audi or Mercedes.


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Point 2: <break time="0.5s" /> Consider fuel efficiency. If you need a fuel-efficient car, a hybrid will be right for you. You'll want to consider however whether it is worth it or not. If you have a commute longer than thirty miles to work daily, or if you spend a great deal of a short commute in traffic every morning, then hybrids are a great option versus economy sized four cylinder cars. Extra cylinders and displacement greatly decrease fuel economy overall, and extra frontal area greatly decreases fuel economy at speed. A long, low car such as a big sedan or wagon with a relatively small, cheap engine can be stylish, comfortable and safe.
For a personal, urban car, petrol or gas is best over diesel.


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Point 3: <break time="0.5s" /> Decide on new or used. This can be directed by your budget and also your common sense. In some cases, used cars offer better value but they do require careful checking by an expert, especially to certify that the car hasn't experienced an accident, or has been properly repaired if it has been in one.


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Do you want to hear the last 4 quick points you should consider?

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Sorry, because you said no, I can't continue.

Okay, let's continue:


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Point 4: <break time="0.5s" /> Make use of car review websites. Checking a relevant local car review website (or several) will give you the lowdown on the features, appearance, performance stats and other vital information. You'll be able to see what other people and experts have been thinking about the cars in question and also see what potential issues there might be.


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Reviews from owners are more realistic and honest than those from the salesroom are likely to be. You'll learn the disadvantages as much as the advantages.


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Point 5: <break time="0.5s" /> Wait before buying. If the car has only just been released, avoid being an early adopter. Wait for a few months or so to see what happens to its on-road value and to read reviews from the owners.


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Point 6: <break time="0.5s" /> Make an Excel spreadsheet covering all the things that matter to you. Add in the information gleaned from the website searches too. You will be able to see, at a glance, what the benefits and drawbacks of each car type is.


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Point 7: <break time="0.5s" /> Check with family members who might be using the car. They'll have their own ideas and preferences to take into account too, especially if the car is to be shared and driven by more than just you.


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That's all from things you should consider. But I have 2 more quick tips for you. They're very valuable. Do you wanna know them?

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Sorry, because you said no, I can't continue.

Tip number 1: Just remember, when buying a car to always think about your future and not just consider your present needs.


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Tip number 2: Always test drive before buying. Buying sight unseen isn't advised.


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I hope now you have a better clarity about what car are you gonna buy. Thank you for listening to me.

Sorry, I didn't get that. Please, answer yes or no. Do you want to repeat the first question?

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Sorry, because you said no, I can't help you pick your new car.

Sorry, I didn't get that. Please, answer yes or no. Do you want to repeat the question?

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Okay bye.

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This is a skill that will help you choose the right car for you. Do you want to start over?

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No problem. Goodbye my friend.

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Goodbye my friend. See you next time. I'll be happy if I could help you again.