Cars for Students

For younger students, when they notice that school starts soon, they think of school supplies. For college students, they think of cars.

Having a car in college is one of the coolest things back in the day. Well, it still adds cool points. Although most college students already have cars. So it won’t be a surprise when someone has one. For some students, having a car is a need more than a luxury, especially when their transportation experience causes any hassle. Cars have always provided convenience and comfort to everyone.

Even if it’s not for a student, in general, there are a lot of factors to consider when you buy a car. Here are some of the factors to consider in buying cars for college students whether you’re a college student or a parent of one buying a car:

New or Used

Whether it’s new or used, both have practical reasons for buying them. To help you choose which to opt for. Here is what you need to consider:

  • Maintenance

Compared to new cars, used cars are closer to deterioration and may have undergone some already. If it’s well-maintained or has low mileage with a warranty, it can still be a good option. Although, one thing to give thought to is how far you are from your student’s university or college and if you’ll be able to pick them up once their car breaks down.

  • Use

If you live right around your campus or you’re an on-campus student who doesn’t have so many miles to drive in a week, a used car makes more sense to buy. However, for a student who previously commutes and doesn’t live that close to the campus, a used car with an already-high mileage may not be the right choice for you.

  • Cost

A new car is more expensive than a used one; although this can be a good investment. Suppose there are other expenses you’re worried about, such as tuition, housing, and other bills. In that case, you may want to opt for a used one and buy a new one once you’ve already paid your tuition in full and your expenses are more relaxed. If you don’t have much to worry about when it comes to finances, a new car may be more logical.

Car models

You can choose a wide variety of models from; small or large, economy or luxury, and more. All these have their advantages and disadvantages.

It would be best for college students to choose economy models than luxury brands since more often than not, students and parents may not have the budget for luxury models. Moreover, as much as economy models are affordable, the maintenance and repair for these models are cheaper. Also, durability is not something you should worry about in economy models.

You should also consider the size of the car model you want to own. Campuses may not have enough spaces for cars. Large models may be challenging to park on a campus that has many student car owners.

There’s so much you need to consider when buying a car for college, and you must choose wisely so you can enjoy your driving experience than stress about it.