The car of your dreams, thoroughly inspected and expertly repaired at a jaw-dropping price, is delivered to your doorstep. It sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? Would you be shocked to find that the vehicle you always assumed was out of your budget (even something as cool as an Alfa Romeo or an Aston Martin) could be yours if you opened up your search to include rebuilt title cars?
As used car prices throughout the nation skyrocket due to inflation and supply chain issues, broadening your search to include out-of-state dealers and rebuilt cars will lead you to a vehicle that just isn’t available in your local area. Even after the added cost of shipping a car to your home, you can still come out ahead compared to what a car would cost you in your local economy.
You may have an idea in your head of what a rebuilt title car is, but you might be pleasantly surprised by what today’s auto dealers have done to create a niche market of high-quality rebuilt title cars. These cars are expertly rebuilt by the finest mechanics, ensuring the car you drive off the lot is just as good, if not better, than any other car on the road.
As much of the world has changed in recent history, a shift has also occurred in the auto buying industry. One of the greatest and most convenient changes to auto buying is that a car buyer can now complete a transaction remotely. Without even leaving your house, you can find a used branded car in any part of the country, and within days, complete the transaction and wait for it to show up at your home.
While flying to the dealer and taking an epic road trip home in your new ride is always an option, many buyers are looking for a less time-consuming option. Having a car shipped directly to you changes the entire car-buying experience. Suddenly the car you thought you could only own in your dreams is more realistic than you ever thought.
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Here’s what you need to do:
1. Search.
The first step is to take to the internet to search for the perfect car for you. A good dealer will have an up-to-date and informative website that will provide all the details you could ever need for your research. Determine which features are non-negotiable and which features you would enjoy but aren’t necessary. Check out the mileage and learn about the condition and history of your car.
2. Research.
Once you have zeroed in on the car you would like, it’s time to do a deep-dive research to ensure you know exactly what you are getting into. Read through the third-party inspection, which should be information that a reputable dealer is eager to share with you, and find out if an extended warranty is available on the vehicle. If you have read through all the details online and are interested in moving forward with a purchase, it is time to contact the dealer.
3. Reach Out.
Once you have chosen a car and are seriously considering a purchase, it’s time to get in touch with the dealer. You can schedule a FaceTime walk around, talk in-depth about the vehicle, and discuss your desire to have the car shipped to you.
The dealer will walk you through the details of the shipment process and provide you with a quote for the cost of shipment, as well as an estimated delivery date. Your dealer will ensure your car is shipped quickly and safely, no matter where you live. Before you move into final negotiations, talk through shipment details so there are no surprises as you move through the transaction.
4. Discuss Terms.
Once you have picked out a car and discussed shipping cost and timeline, it’s time to lock in the deal. You will discuss financing options (if applicable), extended warranty coverage, and lock-in shipping. Once both parties agree on terms, it’s time to sign on the dotted line and fund the purchase.
For cash buyers, funding is as simple as a wire transfer. A bank will take care of these details for auto loan buyers. And then the deal is done. The car is yours!
5. Relax.
Now you get to sit back and wait as your car makes its way across the country to wherever you call home. Waiting may actually be the hardest part of the whole purchase process, but it will be totally worth it when your new car shows up, and you can immediately begin to enjoy your new ride.
In the wake of recent changes, car buying is a different game than it was even five years ago. You have more options at your disposal than ever before. All you have to do is broaden your search and be open to a new car-buying experience. And let’s be honest, nobody will miss the old way of buying cars.
TJ Chapman is the industry leader in this new way of selling rebuilt title cars, and their refined process has resulted in countless satisfied remote customers. We are not aware of any dealership in the country that sells and ships more branded cars to remote buyers.