Buying a car is an exciting exercise and most buyers want to get into their new car as soon as possible. How long does it take to get your car? We find out
Timeous affair
Recent data has shown that the timeframe involved when a vehicle purchase is made lasts roughly 3 months. This counts from the moment a consumer makes the decision to buy a vehicle, runs through the research process, the process of searching for the correct vehicle, and runs through the purchase process, and ends when the vehicle is delivered.
This is the actual timeframe, but many would consider the dealer visit the purchase timeframe.
The question of how long it takes to buy a car is reliant on a few factors. These factors are mostly related to the F&B side of things (Finance and Banking) If your credit score is good, and you have an acceptable trade-in or good deposit, the finance agreement can be fleshed out quickly, and you can have your new car in as little as 2 days.
If there are extenuating circumstances that require a little bit more back and forth, the sale could take as long as a week or longer depending on stock availability before you take delivery. As a consumer, you can speed the process along by ensuring that your credit score is good, and that you have all your paperwork in order.
Keyword: How long does it take to buy a car in South Africa?