Tips to Getting the Perfect Family Car for You

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According to TopGear, almost half of the Filipino families are car-less. This was the result of a study done in 2014. The survey showed that 47% of the Filipino family do not own a car while 38% own at least one and 16% own more.

This means getting a car is not an easy choice for couples with kids. It has too many things to consider - can we afford buying one? Can we pay the car mortgage? Can we afford to pay it by cash? Is this something we need as soon as possible? How beneficial is it for us? Is it something we can have without sacrificing other family needs?


Aside from all these questions, when you finally decide to get one, there are a lot of things to consider as well when getting a perfect family car for you. Here are three tips to getting a car suited for your family needs.

1. Know what you need
List down all the things that you're looking for in a car. How much storage do need? What's the car's safety features, do you have toddlers that need car seats? If yes, do the features make it nearly impossible to install any car seat snugly? How many kids do you have? Where will you do most of your driving? What kind of weather do you drive in?  Etc.

2. Find the option that fits your needs
Once you've written down all the things that you need, it's time to look for a good deal. Don't be afraid to ask, you don't have to buy as soon as possible, remember, you are looking for a perfect family car so do not compromise. List all the models you've considered and narrow it down to the best two models.

Once you've narrowed it down to two models, compare and contrast them. Look at each pros and cons and weigh which of them is best for you.

3. Re-check your your budget
Now that you have the car that decided to buy, double check your budget to make sure you won't have a hard time paying it off in the long run. It's always important to consider if it fits your budget. Choose a good car loan and payment plan that fits your family budget. Cars.com lets you browse new models, read car reviews, search cars by either by make, model, body and style. You can also sell and trade, read specs and reviews and more.

Getting a perfect car is not a walk in the park for most couples. It requires hours of thinking, talking, checking, considering and reconsidering with your partner. At the end of the day, it's important that you both agree on what you choose to get and that it serves its purpose for you and your family.