How to Build Your New Car

Customize your new car on a manufacturers' website to determine the cost of the features you want.

A shiny red convertible, an extra-large SUV with a moonroof, or a full-featured minivan---whatever new car you're dreaming of, you can build it online. Manufacturers' websites allow you to see all the colors, tires, engines, accessories and other features available for your new ride. Designing the car to your specifications lets you see the price tag that will accompany your purchase.

Instructions

Buick

1. Go to buick.com, then hover over the "Vehicles" menu and select "View all vehicles."

2. Click the "Build Your Own" link under the name of the model you are interested in.

3. Enter your zip code in the popup box that appears, then press "Go."

4. Push the "Select" button under the trim level you prefer. You may have to choose a drivetrain before pressing "Select."

5. Choose the interior, exterior, powertrain and accessories options you want; you may need to scroll down the page to view all the choices. The price shown on the right side of the page changes as you make your selections.

6. Press the "Next: Summary" button at the top or bottom of the page when you have finished customizing your car. You'll see a detailed description of your car with the applicable pricing; you can print or e-mail this summary.

Jeep

1. Go to jeep.com, then click the "Build My Own" link at the top of the page.

2. Click on the photo of the car you want to customize.

3. Select a drivetrain and model on the screen that appears, then press "Next." The price displayed on the right side of the screen changes as you pick your options.

4. Choose interior and interior colors on the next screen, then press "Next."

5. Click the white box beside options displayed on the next page that you wish to add to your vehicle. Refer to the key at the top of the screen to before choosing options that have a colored box beside them. Press "Next" when done to see a printable summary of your vehicle.

Infiniti

1. Go to infinitiusa.com and select "Build your Infiniti" under the "Shopping Tools" heading in the bottom, left corner of the screen.

2. Click on the photo of the car you want to build. Select a model on the next page that appears. Enter your zip code when prompted, then click the "Next: Select a Color" button.

3. Pick your exterior and interior colors, then click the "Next: Select Options" button.

4. Check the boxes beside the options you want to add. A legend at the bottom of the screen explains why some boxes have special marks beside them.The price displayed on the right of the screen changes with your selections.

5. Click "Next: Summary" when you're done selecting options; you'll see a printable description of your car and the contact information for the dealer nearest you.

References

• Buick: 2010 Cars, Crossovers and Luxury Sedans
• Jeep: 4x4 SUV, Sport Utility Vehicle
• Infiniti USA: Infiniti Luxury Cars, Crossovers and SUVs