How to buy your next car online in Canada
By Kijiji Autos
As manufacturers and dealers recognize that the global pandemic is a long-term reality, the auto industry is rolling out more services to buy a car online in Canada. From the comfort of your own home, you can easily browse the latest models, apply for financing, make a purchase and get your brand new car delivered right to your home. Let's take a closer look at your available options for car shopping online, courtesy of Kijiji Autos:
How to find a car online
Kijiji Autos is a great place to start shopping. You'll find new and used vehicles from dealers and private sellers who offer buyers an increasing amount of virtual options, such as online financing and purchasing. In 2020, 61% of buyers used sites like Kijiji Autos to choose their car. With the coronavirus still affecting how we shop, this number will likely climb in the upcoming year.
You can connect to online car dealers in your area straight from Kijiji Autos. Searching for dealers who offer contactless services is as easy as checking off each service in the advanced search filters.
Here is just a small example of dealers who offer digital retailing and contactless services:
- Reaume Chevrolet Buick GMC in Windsor, Ontario
- Chilliwack Volkswagen in Chilliwack, BC
- Subaru Rive-Nord in Boisbriand, Quebec
Customize and view your car online
One of the perks of buying a new car is that you get to customize it however you want. Manufacturers such as Toyota, Honda and BMW offer interactive websites that allow you to build your vehicle from the inside out, from customized rims to leather seating colours. You can also take a virtual tour of your selected model so you can get a better sense of what the car feels like.
Online financing and purchasing
So, you've reached the stage in the selection process where you want to pay for the car. Many dealers and manufacturers offer in-house financial services straight from their websites. You'll know which dealers offer online purchasing and financing when you see them checked off on the contactless services section in the car ad.
Information you'll need when you apply for financing:
- Your address of every place you've lived for the last three years
- Your employer's address
- The car make, year and model.
Did you know that you can learn all about financing and leasing your next vehicle from our resource page, Understanding Car Loans and Leases. Learn the difference between financing and leasing a vehicle and take advantage of our easy-to-use car payment estimator.
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Bottom line: There's a lot you can do from the comfort and safety of your own home. We've made the online car-buying process as easy as possible by providing resources to help you shop with confidence and connecting you to dealers who offer contactless transactions.
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