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What Is the Best Car for Me?

11th Feb 2022

There are so many things to consider when it comes to choosing the right car for you, and with such an extensive selection of models on the market it makes it even tougher to decide. As such, we’ve put together a list of questions to ask yourself and consider before buying your next car.

Be realistic about what you need

  • What will you use the car for most often? Do you need it for long motorway journeys, a big family, a general point A to point B commute or for a bit of off roading?
  • Do you need all wheel drive?
  • How much space do you need for passengers?
  • How much luggage space do you need?
  • What will suit you better, a hybrid, electric, petrol or diesel vehicle? Read our guide on petrol vs diesel and which one you should choose.
  • If electric, how much range do you need
  • Is fuel economy a big factor for you?
  • What features do you need or want? Think AppleCarplay or Android Auto, lane assist, reversing camera etc.

Related: Should I buy a new or used car?

Related: Questions to ask when buying a used car

Related: Which type of car is best for me?

What is your budget?

Whether buying outright or on finance, you need to be realistic about the budget you have to spend when considering which car is best for you.

Start by making a list of all your monthly outgoings, and include everything from your bills to leisure activities. If some costs vary each month, try to work out an average.

After that, you can decide how much you’re prepared to spend on a new car with the money you have leftover.

You’ll also need to factor in fuel, insurance and repair costs into your car budget as well.

Related: PCP, Bank Loan or Cash?

Which body style?

Car body styles aren’t as simple as hatchbacks and SUVs. Hatchbacks are a great option for better fuel economy and if you’re a young driver, or just need your car for a small commute. Coupes are great for motorway use and increased luggage space while 7 seaters and MPVs are ideal for bigger families.

At Bob Davies, we have the following body types available:

Related: Fuel efficient hatchbacks

Gather a list of cars to test drive

Test drives are the perfect way to see if the car is right for you. Each car has different features, such as larger wheels and specific driving modes that will change the way the car feels to drive. Test driving a selection will allow you to see what you like and what you don’t.

On the test drive itself, make the most of driving along a variety of roads. Go down dual carriageways, twisty country roads, tight bends and high streets. You want to test the car in a variety of situations to get a true picture of how it’ll perform.

Another thing worth doing is also bringing someone else along so you have someone else's opinion. 

Time to buy

Now you’ve test driven several cars, it’s time to decide on the perfect one and work out how you want to buy it. You can either buy outright or on finance.

Used cars provide great savings anyway, and if you’re part exchanging your old car, you can expect an even greater final price. 


Finally, remember to take your time when it comes to finding the right car for you, and don’t just jump behind the wheel of the first one you like the look of. A car is your second biggest investment in life, so you want to make sure it’s the right one.