Buy a Classic Dodge
Young and old alike can appreciate a classic vehicle, so for those wanting to know how to buy a classic Dodge, you must have a starting point to try to make your purchase. Items to consider would include how far away from home you are willing to receive the car, what color you are looking for as well as how much you are willing to spend on the vehicle.
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Steps
- Start with knowing what to look for in a classic Dodge vehicle.
- Dodge vehicles are made and sold by Chrysler Group, and they can be found in more than 60 countries or territories.
- While the company began making parts in 1900, the first vehicles were not introduced until 1914. The first model produced by Dodge was the four-cylinder vehicle, the Dodge Model 30, and it did not see significant changes until 1927 when a six-cylinder vehicle was introduced. Eight-cylinder vehicles came next, and in 1939, Dodge introduced its first luxury line.
- You might instead be interested in a Dodge muscle car from the 1960s or 1970s. These would include the Charger, the Coronet R/T or the Super Bee.
- Begin looking for classic Dodge vehicles by checking the newspaper classifieds. Start in the personal classified section, and then move on to the dealership advertising.
- Purchasing locally will allow you to see the vehicle in person before purchasing, and will be a tremendous savings because you won't have to have it shipped or go to retrieve it.
- Move on to regional vehicle publications when searching for a classic Dodge. Most gas stations and convenience stores sell area auto trader magazines, and these publications can typically be found near the entrance.
- Expand your search for the ideal classic Dodge by hitting the internet.
- Try a search through FossilCars.com by searching by make or running a search using Dodge as the keyword. Their descriptions include photos and a small description. Some list prices.
- Follow up by using AutoTraderClassics.com and inputting your ideal vehicle details including year, how far you'll be willing to travel or to have the vehicle shipped from, as well as the price range you can afford.
- Narrow your search down to one or a handful of classic Dodge vehicles.
- Consult the online version or a hard copy of the Kelley Blue Book to determine a fair price for your Dodge. The Kelley Blue Book is a used in the United States as a trusted vehicle valuation resource for car buyers.
- Contact the seller directly, and try to negotiate a price.
- Settle on a method of shipping or delivery for the classic Dodge vehicle. Is the seller going to have it delivered to you, will you have someone drive you there or will you fly to go pick it up?
- Make your payment and finish the transaction.
- Finished.
Tips
- Speak to your insurance agent once you have settled on one vehicle. Discuss how your rates may change as well as whose insurance covers the vehicle while it is in transit.
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