Searching for new and used cars is a tedious task. Also, choosing car or truck is in itself a challenging experience. Many people do not have clear ideas when they go to buy a new vehicle. If they are given a few ideas, they can buy a good, long-lasting vehicle. In this scenario, Expressway Toyota, a leading Toyota dealership in Dorchester, Massachusetts, serving Boston and surrounding areas is pleased to offer four simple steps that make you a smarter car buyer.

1 - Figure out your PRACTICAL NEEDS for a new vehicle
The first step is to understand and figure out your practical needs for purchasing a new car. You have to be crystal clear about how you will be using the new car, how many passengers you are going to carry in it, where and how far you will drive it, whether you need to carry a lot of luggage and most importantly will the new car fit into your garage or not.

2 - Know your BUDGET and STICK TO IT
You need a sufficient amount of money to buy a new car and that is just one of your costs. You will also need to factor in insurance, maintenance, repairs and fuel. Be sure you take note of all these points, make a budget and most importantly stick to that budget.

3 - Understand your EMOTIONAL NEEDS, which car really makes you happy?
This is the most important thing. There are a number of cars in the market today. But you have to be very clear about the type of car that will make you happy when you drive it. After your purchase, with proper care and scheduled maintenance, you will be driving this car for a long time. So choose a car that you really like.

4 - Test Drive, Test Drive, Test Drive, Test Drive
Buying a new car should never be a job that lasts for an hour or two. It should take place only after careful considerations and research. After investing your time in steps 1, 2 and 3, list a few cars that you want to buy, approach some dealerships and go for a test drive. Don't test drive with your wife or kids, do it alone. See how you drive the car, and how it handles different kinds of roads, etc. MAKE SURE YOU ARE 100% SURE YOU CAN HAVE A LONG TERM RELATIONSHIP WITH THAT VEHICLE and then buy it.

These are just a few ideas. Visit Expressway Toyota for detailed tips on vehicle purchase and more. Expressway Toyota displays a wide collection of Toyota models for you to choose from, such as the Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Corolla, Matrix, Yaris, Venza, 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma, Tundra, Highlander Hybrid, Prius Hybrid, and Camry Hybrid. The dealership also stocks genuine Toyota parts and delivers excellent service on all Toyota models in and around Dorchester, Massachusetts.

Expressway Toyota is happy that our very own Toyota Matrix makes it to the Top 10 list of Back to School Cars, rated by Autotropolis, a leading resource for new and used cars. The Toyota Matrix features high on the wish list of the trendy high schooler.

The Toyota Matrix is an affordable car with distinctive, fashionable styling and enough room to carpool. The Toyota Matrix is among the most versatile and sporty hatchback vehicles in this class with low starting MSRPs. For 2010, the Matrix starts at $16,550, and gets 32 mpg on the highway. The spacious, well-designed cabin offers plenty of room for people and baggage which would make the car a great choice for travelling with friends for a night out or a weekend trip with camping gear in the trunk.

Toyota Matrix was launched in the US for the 2003 model year as a compact five-door hatchback/wagon. It is a joint venture between Toyota and General Motors and the GM version of it is the Pontiac Vibe. The Matrix is based on the Corolla platform and was redesigned completely in 2007. For 2010, the refined and versatile Matrix remains largely unchanged except for the addition of standard stability control system.

Contact Expressway Toyota, your Toyota Dealer in Dorchester, MA for more information on the Matrix and check out our extensive line of New and Pre-owned Inventory or the online specials we have to offer.