Tips for First Time Car Buyers
Tips for First Time Car Buyers
Find your First Car at Temecula CDJR!
If you’ve found that it’s time to buy your first car, you’re most definitely excited, but you’re probably a bit overwhelmed too. While shopping for your first car comes with some uncertainty and can be intimidating, there are ways to make it less so. Here at Temecula Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we want to ensure you get behind the wheel of the perfect first car for you and that you have as stress-free of a first-time car-buying experience as possible. Continue reading below to learn more about how you can make getting your first car easy!
Set a budget and stick to it
First and foremost, like any significant purchase, it’s important to set a budget for your first car. First determining how much money you can afford for a monthly payment will determine how much of a total cost you can afford. To do this, take a close look at your finances. See how much money is coming in and how much you spend on housing, bills, food, and other essential expenses. Once you have this figured out, you’ll be able to see how much you can afford to pay each month for your car payment. While looking at your finances, you should also see how much you can afford to spend on a down payment, as this will help lower your monthly payment and help you get approved for a loan.
Choose what kind of car you need
Buying your first car is exciting and most first-time shoppers are focused on the here and now, meaning they might not be considering practicality as they shop. But it’s important to take time to consider what you’ll need your car for now and what you may need your car for in the future. For instance, if you plan on moving shortly after buying your first, you may be tempted to get a large SUV or truck to help transport your cargo. But if your everyday drives from your new home are more than a few miles and you mostly commute by yourself, you won’t need all that space and lower fuel economy. Like finances, you should also look at what your everyday commutes will be like. Are they short or long? Do you drive with lots of passengers or alone? Do you need to transport large amounts of cargo? Asking yourself these questions will help you determine the type of vehicle that will best suit your needs.
Get pre-approved for financing
If you’re like most first-time car buyers, you’ll most likely be financing rather than buying outright. To get financing for your first car, or any car for that matter, you should take the time to get pre-approved. This will show you how much of a loan you can get approved for so you can narrow down your search to the cars within that budget. Obtaining financing often requires the buyer to have some credit history. However, there are ways to get financing if your credit isn’t established just yet. Getting someone with more established credit such as a parent, friend, or spouse, will help first-time buyers get financing as it guarantees to the lender that the loan will be paid even if the primary owner can’t make the monthly payments.
Where to get a first car near me
As intimidating as shopping for your first car can be, we here at Temecula Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram believe that it should be enjoyable. We hope that this page has helped give you a guide to ease your stress and enjoy the excitement of shopping for your first car. Whatever your needs are, Temecula CDJR is here to help. We have an extensive inventory of new and used vehicles for you to choose from plus a knowledgeable and friendly sales team to help you find the right one. Our team of financing professionals will help get you behind the wheel of the car you need at a price you can afford. Visit us today to see how we can help get you into your first car!
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VIN:
1C4SDJGJ5JC327981
Stock:
JC327981P
Model:
WDEX75
60,056 mi
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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$1,003 Price Difference$42,500 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $43,503
- DCH Price: $42,500
- Price Difference $1,003
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$1,003 Price Difference$42,500 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $43,503
- DCH Price: $42,500
- Price Difference $1,003
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VIN:
1C4HJXFN2MW681678
Stock:
MW681678PR
Model:
JLJS74
52,701 mi
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4WD/AWD
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Wi-Fi Hotspot
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Navigation System
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Certified. Bright White Clearcoat 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4WD 8-Speed Automatic 2.0L I4 DOHC
Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
FCA US LLC Certified Pre-Owned Details:
* Vehicle History
* 125 Point Inspection
* Roadside Assistance
* Limited Warranty: 3 Month/3,000 Mile (whichever comes first) after new car warranty expires or from certified purchase date
* Includes First Day Rental, Car Rental Allowance, and Trip Interruption Benefits. SiriusXM 3 month trial subscription
* Warranty Deductible: $100
* Powertrain Limited Warranty: 84 Month/100,000 Mile (whichever comes first) from original in-service date
* Transferable Warranty
Please visit our website for additional photos at www.dchchryslerjeepdodgeoftemecula.com Some of our used vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicles unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/
Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
FCA US LLC Certified Pre-Owned Details:
* Vehicle History
* 125 Point Inspection
* Roadside Assistance
* Limited Warranty: 3 Month/3,000 Mile (whichever comes first) after new car warranty expires or from certified purchase date
* Includes First Day Rental, Car Rental Allowance, and Trip Interruption Benefits. SiriusXM 3 month trial subscription
* Warranty Deductible: $100
* Powertrain Limited Warranty: 84 Month/100,000 Mile (whichever comes first) from original in-service date
* Transferable Warranty
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$4,388 Price Difference$35,900 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $40,288
- DCH Price: $35,900
- Price Difference $4,388
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$4,388 Price Difference$35,900 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $40,288
- DCH Price: $35,900
- Price Difference $4,388
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VIN:
5N1DL0MN9LC507606
Stock:
LC507606PR
Model:
84110
115,344 mi
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$381 Price Difference$15,990 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $16,371
- DCH Price: $15,990
- Price Difference $381
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$381 Price Difference$15,990 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $16,371
- DCH Price: $15,990
- Price Difference $381
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VIN:
2C3CDXBG3PH576583
Stock:
PH576583SL
Model:
LDDM48
9,934 mi
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$3,465 Price Difference$25,881 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $29,346
- DCH Price: $25,881
- Price Difference $3,465
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$3,465 Price Difference$25,881 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $29,346
- DCH Price: $25,881
- Price Difference $3,465
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VIN:
JF2SKAJC7PH513258
Stock:
PH513258P
Model:
PFG
5,106 mi
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4WD/AWD
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Auto Dimming Mirror
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Crystal White Pearl 2023 Subaru Forester Sport AWD Lineartronic CVT 2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16V
Odometer is 2463 miles below market average! 26/33 City/Highway MPG
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Odometer is 2463 miles below market average! 26/33 City/Highway MPG
Please visit our website for additional photos at www.dchchryslerjeepdodgeoftemecula.com Some of our used vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicles unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/ Some of our Pre-Owned vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicleâ??s unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/
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$218 Price Difference$29,500 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $29,718
- DCH Price: $29,500
- Price Difference $218
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$218 Price Difference$29,500 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $29,718
- DCH Price: $29,500
- Price Difference $218
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VIN:
JM1BPABL2M1337626
Stock:
M1337626PR
Model:
M3SSE2A
95,727 mi
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$765 Price Difference$15,344 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $16,109
- DCH Price: $15,344
- Price Difference $765
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$765 Price Difference$15,344 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $16,109
- DCH Price: $15,344
- Price Difference $765
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VIN:
1C4RJFAG1KC547590
Stock:
KC547590P
Model:
WKJH74
78,410 mi
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Heated Steering Wheel
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Remote Start
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4WD/AWD
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Heated Seats
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Power Tailgate/Liftgate
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Certified. Diamond Black Crystal Pearlcoat 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Upland Edition 4WD 8-Speed Automatic 3.6L V6 24V VVT
Certified Pre-Owned Go Details:
* Vehicles Up to 120,000 Miles and 5 Model Years Between 75,001 and 120,000 Miles. 3 Month/3,000 Mile Maximum Care Limited Warranty, Whichever Comes First, Measured From Certified Pre-Owned Purchase Date. Thorough Reconditioning Process Using Authentic Mopar Parts. Car Rental Allowance, 3-Month Trial Subscription for SiriusXM GuardianTM and Satellite Radio
* Vehicle History
* Warranty Deductible: $100
* Roadside Assistance
Please visit our website for additional photos at www.dchchryslerjeepdodgeoftemecula.com Some of our used vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicles unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/
Certified Pre-Owned Go Details:
* Vehicles Up to 120,000 Miles and 5 Model Years Between 75,001 and 120,000 Miles. 3 Month/3,000 Mile Maximum Care Limited Warranty, Whichever Comes First, Measured From Certified Pre-Owned Purchase Date. Thorough Reconditioning Process Using Authentic Mopar Parts. Car Rental Allowance, 3-Month Trial Subscription for SiriusXM GuardianTM and Satellite Radio
* Vehicle History
* Warranty Deductible: $100
* Roadside Assistance
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VIN:
3TMAZ5CN4NM182529
Stock:
NM182529A
Model:
7150
33,098 mi
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Blind Spot Monitor
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Parking Assistance
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Barcelona Red Metallic 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road V6 RWD 6-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6 PDI DOHC 24V LEV3-ULEV70 278hp
Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
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Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
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$7,173 Price Difference$34,997 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $42,170
- DCH Price: $34,997
- Price Difference $7,173
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$7,173 Price Difference$34,997 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $42,170
- DCH Price: $34,997
- Price Difference $7,173
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VIN:
5FNYF8H06MB001522
Stock:
MB001522PR
Model:
YF8H0MKNW
63,848 mi
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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Heated Steering Wheel
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4WD/AWD
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Apple CarPlay
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Keyless Entry
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Leather Seats
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Platinum White Pearl 2021 Honda Passport Elite AWD 9-Speed Automatic 3.5L V6 24V SOHC i-VTEC
Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
Awards:
* ALG Residual Value Awards, Residual Value Awards
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Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
Awards:
* ALG Residual Value Awards, Residual Value Awards
Please visit our website for additional photos at www.dchchryslerjeepdodgeoftemecula.com Some of our used vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicles unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/ Some of our Pre-Owned vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicleâ??s unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/
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$1,410 Price Difference$27,400 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $28,810
- DCH Price: $27,400
- Price Difference $1,410
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$1,410 Price Difference$27,400 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $28,810
- DCH Price: $27,400
- Price Difference $1,410
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VIN:
5J8TC2H63ML035274
Stock:
ML035274P
Model:
TC2H6MKNW
62,689 mi
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Adaptive Cruise Control
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4WD/AWD
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Apple CarPlay
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Keyless Entry
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Leather Seats
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Power Tailgate/Liftgate
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Majestic Black Pearl 2021 Acura RDX A-Spec Package SH-AWD AWD 10-Speed Automatic 2.0L 16V DOHC
Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price! 21/26 City/Highway MPG
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Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price! 21/26 City/Highway MPG
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$1,537 Price Difference$29,999 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $31,536
- DCH Price: $29,999
- Price Difference $1,537
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$1,537 Price Difference$29,999 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $31,536
- DCH Price: $29,999
- Price Difference $1,537
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VIN:
1C4BJWDG1HL568994
Stock:
HL568994A
Model:
JKJM74
136,058 mi
Ext.
Int.
Features
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Bluetooth®
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4WD/AWD
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Keyless Entry
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Chief Clearcoat 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport 4WD 5-Speed Automatic 3.6L V6 24V VVT
Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
Awards:
* 2017 KBB.com 10 Most Awarded Brands
Please visit our website for additional photos at www.dchchryslerjeepdodgeoftemecula.com Some of our used vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicles unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/ Some of our Pre-Owned vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicleâ??s unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/
Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
Awards:
* 2017 KBB.com 10 Most Awarded Brands
Please visit our website for additional photos at www.dchchryslerjeepdodgeoftemecula.com Some of our used vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicles unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/ Some of our Pre-Owned vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicleâ??s unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/
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$2,694 Price Difference$18,599 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $21,293
- DCH Price: $18,599
- Price Difference $2,694
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$2,694 Price Difference$18,599 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $21,293
- DCH Price: $18,599
- Price Difference $2,694
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VIN:
ZFBHRFAB2L6S31210
Stock:
L6S31210PR
Model:
VMDL51
62,382 mi
Ext.
Int.
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$62 Price Difference$21,500 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $21,562
- DCH Price: $21,500
- Price Difference $62
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$62 Price Difference$21,500 DCH Price
- KBB Price: $21,562
- DCH Price: $21,500
- Price Difference $62
Plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, $85 dealer document processing charge, any electronic filing charge and any emission testing charge.
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WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle
Max payload/towing estimate ratings shown. Additional options, equipment, passengers, and cargo weight may affect payload/towing weights. See dealer for details.
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Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!
FCA US LLC Certified Pre-Owned Details:
* Warranty Deductible: $100
* Includes First Day Rental, Car Rental Allowance, and Trip Interruption Benefits. SiriusXM 3 month trial subscription.
* 125 Point Inspection
* Vehicle History
* Roadside Assistance
* Powertrain Limited Warranty: 84 Month/100,000 Mile (whichever comes first) from original in-service date
* Transferable Warranty
* Limited Warranty: 3 Month/3,000 Mile (whichever comes first) after new car warranty expires or from certified purchase date
Please visit our website for additional photos at www.dchchryslerjeepdodgeoftemecula.com Some of our used vehicles may be subject to unrepaired safety recalls. Check for a vehicles unrepaired recalls by VIN at http://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/