How to Choose a Sports Car
Buying a new or used car can be exciting, especially a sports car. Sports cars are not all made the same or for the same type of driving. Choose a sports car by following these suggestions and tips.
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Instructions
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Decide what cars are your favorites and why. This can narrow the choices down to the shapes and styles best for you.
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Decide what you want in a sports car. Most people are drawn to sports cars for their speed, performance, looks and the impression the car makes on others. Think about what you want in your sports car, and look for cars that meet those criteria. For lots of power, you may want a V8 engine and manual transmission. Many sports cars are available with a V6 engine and automatic transmission, but purists insist that those aren't true sports cars.
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Test drive some sports cars you like at dealerships. You never know how much you will like a car until you get behind the wheel. Some cars won't have the performance you're looking for, so put the cars through their paces before you buy.
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Get pre-qualified with your lender if you'll need financing for this purchase. This can let you know how much you can spend. Be prepared to spend big bucks even for an older used sports car. Depending on the make and model, a new sports car can cost from $40,000 up to several hundred thousand dollars.
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Search online at websites like autotrader.com and Craigslist.com. If you live in a rural area, look in nearby large cities for a wider range of sports cars. If you find a great deal across the state or the country, you could arrange to have the car shipped to you. There are many reliable vehicle shippers nationwide.
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Look at the car closely or send someone to look at it if you are buying it from another area. Make sure there are no fluid leaks around the engine, that the transmission shifts smoothly, the brakes are in good shape and the tires have plenty of tread and don't show alignment problems.
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Tips & Warnings
Have a mechanic check the car out if you don't know what you are looking for under the hood. Never buy a sports car if the price seems too low to believe. That probably means there is significant damage somewhere on the car.
