What to Do After Buying a Used Car?

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If you’ve bought a used car and brought it home to Reading, you’ve probably been debating the next steps to take regarding maintenance, insurance, registration, and more. There’s no need to worry! Springfield Mitsubishi - Reading would love to show you what to do after buying a used car. Following these steps will make sure you’re compliant with the law and being a responsible car owner in Lancaster. 

 

 

If you haven’t yet bought a car and want to know more about the buying process, consider our guides on how to trade in a car and the benefits of new vs. used cars.

Steps After Buying a Used Car

After you sign on the dotted line, you’ll want to take the following steps to ensure all of your bases are covered as a car owner: 

  • Get Insurance: Before you leave the lot, you’ll want to make sure the car is fully covered. You can’t legally drive the car home without insurance. If you’d like to reduce the time spent at the dealer, you can get insured before arriving. 
  • Transfer the Title: If you purchase a car from a dealership like ours, we’ll handle the title transfer for you. You’ll have to take care of it yourself if you buy from a private seller around the Pottstown area. 
  • Register the Car: Again, car dealers usually handle getting the car registered, but you’ll need to visit the DMV yourself with the correct paperwork if you buy from a private seller. 
  • Choose a Mechanic You Trust: It can be a challenge to find a mechanic that’s reliable, trustworthy, and competitively priced. That’s why car dealerships like ours have a service center on-site to help customers care for their vehicles for years to come. 
  • Schedule Service: Next, you’ll want to schedule service for any necessary repairs, such as a quick oil change or a tire rotation. Even if a used car has a great service history, it may still need a few small repairs. 
  • Review the Owner’s Manual: Take some time to familiarize yourself with the car. Learn about the features it offers like cruise control, how to use the keyfob, what kind of oil to use, etc. 
  • Check for Recalls: New and used vehicles alike can have a recall issued for one of their mechanical or technological features. As a car owner, always keep an eye out for any recalls that might affect you. 
  • Think About Getting an Extended Warranty: Extended warranties come in different varieties, so it’s important to research what options are the most sensible for you. Some warranties are only usable at certain auto shops, so be sure you know exactly what you’re paying for. 

Find the Used Car for You in Reading! 

Springfield Mitsubishi - Reading wants to be your local destination for pre-owned vehicles. We have tons of makes and models on our expansive lot near Allentown, so we suggest coming in and taking a look for yourself. If you’d prefer to start from home, our contact form is ready to get you connected to someone from our team!

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