New cars are expensive and require either a large investment up front or a large investment over a period of several years. Spending this sort of money is a big deal and should be taken seriously. As with any investment, you need to do your research ahead of time. You should also make an effort to know exactly how much your investment will cost you. With enough research, you may even be able to save money on your new car purchase. If you aren’t sure where to get your information, the following websites will give you somewhere to start.

Kelly Blue Book – This popular trade publication debuted on the Internet more than ten years ago and has become one of the first sites people visit when they want to buy or sell a car. Kelly Blue Book offers estimated values for every new car on the market. You can also get an estimate of how much you could get if you sell of trade-in your old vehicle. Other Kelly Blue Book resources include articles, new car reviews, car-buying advice, free dealer price quotes, and classified ads for new and used vehicles.

Edmunds – The Edmunds website is designed to educate consumers and engage enthusiasts. The site posts car reviews, vehicle safety information, tips and advice, incentives and rebates, recalls, and dealer service reviews. Other site features include forums, a new and used car finder, best car lists, and road test results.

Cars.com – More than 10 million consumers visit this site each month to get price information and shop for both new and used cars. Cars.com also offers consumer reviews, photos, videos, advice, and other items to help shoppers compare their options. Other site features include a Car Financing Center and Kelly Blue Book tool.

CarMax – CarMax is the largest used car retailer in the nation. You can use their website to find a new or used car. Even if you do not buy from CarMax, you can conduct a great deal of research through the site and get an idea of what cars are selling for in various areas of the country. CarMax can also give you an appraisal on your old car in 30 minutes or less, and if you agree with their offer, they will buy the car from you–even if you decide not to buy from them. The CarMax site also provides ratings, reviews, and fuel economy information for various makes and models.

CARFAX – If you are considering a used car, you may want to get a vehicle history report from CARFAX. If you are purchasing from a dealer or independent party, you may be able to get them to pay for the report. Even if you don’t want to spend money on a history report, CARFAX is still a good site to visit. They offer free recall checks, problem car checks, lemon checks, and record checks.

Motor Trend – Motor Trend is an all around great car site. They offer quotes for new and used cars in addition to informative blogs, videos, news forums, and road test results. One of their best features is a large section on auto rebates. You can find out which manufacturers are offering rebates and learn how much you can get back with various makes and models.

InsuranceQuotes.org – Checking how much auto insurance will cost on your new car is always a smart thing to do. This site is a good place to compare auto insurance quotes. You can get quotes from more than one provider and also learn about insurance information specifically related to your state. InsuranceQuotes.org also offers a blog and free insurance guides.

Bailey Harris

Bailey Harris

Bailey Harris is a freelance writer. Bailey writes regularly on insurance, finance, and related topics.