What to Know: Buying Your Next GMC Truck in Alabama
This same advice works whether you’re buying a new truck or buying a used pickup truck. Tips are designed to help you take the right steps to ensure you get into a truck that has what you need. Explore all-new GMC trucks at Bentley Buick GMC.
Tip #1: Know Your Price Range
Before you start shopping, you’ll want to know how much you can afford. Bentley Buick GMC includes a payment calculator on our website that you can use to estimate your monthly payments. You input information like your budget price for the truck, planned down payment, and loan term. You’ll get an idea of how much payment will be based on the price of the vehicle and know whether it will fit in your budget. You can narrow your search online down by price to get a better idea of which models are available, especially if you’re shopping for used ones.
Tip #2: Get Pre-approved for a Loan
When it comes to buying a new truck, tips on financing are especially important. To make the purchase process even easier, take the time to get pre-approved for a loan before you come in. We have an online credit application for pre-approval. You provide some basic information about yourself and employment history. We’ll determine how much you qualify for so you can shop within those parameters. Getting pre-approved only takes a few minutes, and you can do it from anywhere on your time. If you have questions, you can talk to our finance team.
Tip #3: Mid-Sized or Full-Sized?
You can narrow down your options for a GMC truck by whether you need a full-size model like the GMC Sierra or a mid-size pickup with the GMC Canyon. A mid-size truck comes with a bed and many of the same benefits as the full-size model. They can be easier to maneuver, especially if you aren’t used to driving a truck. They are also often less expensive. The Canyon offers impressive towing capabilities, enough to tow a trailer or RV. A full-size truck will pull a heavier load, which is ideal for contractor work.
Tip #4: Light, Medium or Heavy-Duty?
If you decide on a full-size truck, your next decision is to buy a light-, medium-, or heavy-duty pickup. GMC has the Sierra 1500 for light duty, which can tow just over 13,000 pounds. The Sierra HD is a heavy-duty pickup with a towing capacity of about 36,000 pounds. For most normal use, you’ll be happy with the light-duty models. If you plan to use your truck for work, such as pulling a trailer loaded with materials, you might be better with a heavy-duty model. Other features are similar between these trucks, with the only major difference being capability.
Tip #5: Choose a Bed and Cab Size
The next tip for buying a used pickup truck or brand-new model is to consider the bed and cab size. You can get a regular cab that has just two doors and one row of seating. Extend it to four doors and two rows if you plan to bring your family or work crew with you. Bed size is also a consideration if you plan to haul frequently. A shorter bed is easier to maneuver around town, while a longer bed will give you more room for larger items.
Bonus Tip: Explore and Know Trim, Options and Packages
Those five tips for buying a new truck will help you find just what you need. Here’s a bonus tip to make the process even easier. Before you come in, check out the GMC trucks available and compare trims. See which trims have the features you want and what options and packages can be added. You might find it a better deal to go up a trim than adding packages onto the base model.
Tips for Buying a Used Truck in Alabama
While you can’t customize a used truck like you can with a brand-new model, these tips can still be applied. Know what you need and want in a truck, and look for used models that come with most of those features. Check back often because inventory for used trucks can change regularly. View all pre-owned trucks on our website.
Get in Touch With Our GMC Dealerships in Huntsville and Madison, AL
When you’re ready to buy a new GMC truck, stop by Bentley GMC. Let us help you pick out the right model and build it to fit your needs. Consider all these tips and come in and talk to our sales team, who can put you in a brand-new pickup made for you. Contact us today for your next truck.
