If you have an elderly loved one that is still safe to drive and hasn’t had to sell their car before moving into a senior living community yet, it’s important that they have a safe car to take on the road. Without it, they could more easily get in an accident, have a breakdown, or just cause and those who care about them to worry every time they’re on the road. 

If your loved one is in need of a newer, nicer vehicle, here are three tips for helping an elderly loved one buy a new car. 

Get The Most Of Your Trade-In

Buying a car now is very different from the last time your elderly loved one was likely in the market for a new car. They might come to find that they don’t have the leverage they once did as a buyer. With this in mind, you’ll want to help them make the most of their money and get the best possible deal when buying their new car.

As part of this, you’ll want to help them learn how to get the most from the trade-in that they may do with their current car. While you can always just help them sell their car on their own and then take that money to put towards a new car, trading the car into the dealership they’re buying from can also be a great option. Just make sure you go to a few different sources to see what the trade-in value would be to ensure that they’re getting a fair deal. 

Prioritize Safety And Reliability

Whether your loved one is buying a brand new car or a previously owned car, some of the main things that you’ll want to concern yourself with are the safety and reliability of the vehicle. Because while your elderly loved one might be great with cars, you don’t want them out on the side of the road having to make repairs.

In addition to choosing a car that’s known for being reliable and that doesn’t have too many miles on it, you should also look for a newer vehicle that’s going to have modern safety features that will help keep your elderly loved one safe. These features can include things like parking assist, lane assist, blind spot warnings, automatic locks and lights, and so much more. 

Choose Something Comfortable

The comfort of your elderly loved one should also be a consideration when you’re helping them buy a new car.

For many older people, it can be hard to get in and out of a vehicle that’s either too tall or too short for them. You also want to make sure that the seats are comfortable for them and that they have the option to control the thermostat on their own side of the vehicle. All of these things will ensure that your loved one is as comfortable as possible when driving in their new car. 

If you’re going to be helping your elderly loved one buy a new car, consider using the tips mentioned above to help them make the best choice.