What to look for when buying a new Lincoln

There's no
such thing as the right new Lincoln,
only the right new Lincoln for you. Buying a new vehicle is a big investment
for most of us, so it's crucial to get it right. It's easy to get seduced by
the one we like the best, but there's more to consider when buying a new
vehicle than just how it looks or how we think we will look driving it. Here
are a few things for you to think about and look for when buying a new Lincoln in Hawthorne.
What type of vehicle?
For the
majority of buyers right now the choice of what vehicle to buy is narrowed to
what SUV to buy. Although we love SUVs and they are incredibly popular at the
moment, it's worth stepping back for a while and considering if a sedan or
hatch will do what we want and need it to. A sedan could be less to buy and
more affordable to run, and you could be surprised at how much room there is on
one when you compare it to an SUV in a similar class. For example, although a
2018 Lincoln MKX has more than 10 cu.-ft. of passenger volume than the Lincoln MKZ
sedan, a good deal of that is going to be accounted for by headroom.
The Lincoln MKZ also has more legroom for passengers in the front, which is
great if you need more space.
Know your budget and understand it
Having a
set maximum budget in mind is essential when going to buy a new vehicle,
whether you’re looking at a price to buy or a monthly payment. Sticking to your
limit will limit the chances of any buyers-remorse later on down the line, but
understanding your budget can pay big dividends too. Don’t assume the monthly
payment is directly proportionate to the purchase price of the vehicle you’re
looking at, because that's not always the case. Leasing prices are based on
more than just the price to buy, which can sometimes lead to a more expensive
model having a lower monthly lease price than something that has a higher
sticker price. This isn’t always the case, of course, but it's worth bearing in
mind, especially if you’re torn between buying and leasing.
Be honest with yourself
By this we
mean be honest with yourself about what you are going to be asking your vehicle
to do for you and what you need it to be able to do. It's no use going for a
five-seat Lincoln MKX if you regularly need seating for six or seven. If you
want a Lincoln for transporting more than five people you'll need to look at a Lincoln
Navigator. Likewise, if you fancy a Lincoln MKX or Lincoln MKC but you
need to be able to tow more than 2,000 pounds, it's a Lincoln Navigator you
need to be checking out.
It's a
similar story when it comes to features and equipment. If you want lots of
bells and whistles you might have to consider a high-spec smaller model than
the entry level of something bigger. As long as you don’t need the extra
passenger and cargo capacity of something larger, it's often better to get all
the features you want in something smaller than doing without the items you
really want in a bigger, more impressive model.
For more information on the current Lincoln lineup and to arrange a test drive to help you decide the right one for you, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us here at South Bay Lincoln your local Lincoln dealer in Hawthorne and the surrounding area.
