What to Know Before Factory Ordering a Car

Why Should I Order a New Vehicle?

When you order a new car, you get to pick precisely what you want. There's no reason to pay for features you aren't going to use or don't want. Instead of settling for a car with features you don't need, you can customize it to your needs. Because of this, you may also save some money since extras are included in the cars on the lot.

There's also a lot less pressure when custom ordering a car. The car isn't sitting on the lot where other people can buy it, so you don't need to be in a hurry. This takes a lot of pressure out of the equation, allowing you to make smarter and wiser purchase decisions. 

Can I Negotiate the Price?

When you order a factory car, you will pay the sticker price minus the markup, and there's little to no room for negotiation. Plus, any advertised finance deals or incentives won't apply because the car isn't in the dealership's inventory.

Is it More Expensive to Factory Order?

It depends on what you are looking for. It can be cheaper to order a base model car with no features because you are avoiding the markup. On the other hand, if you start adding many features, you could spend more than by sacrificing a few things to buy something already on the lot. It's easy to get carried away with customizations that cost money when creating your vehicle. 

What are the Cons?

The worst part about custom ordering a vehicle is the possible wait time. It could be a month or more before you take your vehicle home. The factory has to create your vehicle from scratch, which takes time. If you are in desperate need for a vehicle, such as after an accident, you may not have this time to wait.

Additionally, the resale value of your vehicle may be lower than you would like. If you choose crazy combinations of features or wild paint colors, it might be harder to sell the vehicle when you are done with it. These are things to consider if you don't plan on driving the car until its end of life.

Plus, as we've previously discussed, there's no room to negotiate the price. While you will avoid the markup, you can't get the price down. You also won't be able to take advantage of dealership specials, such as financing deals or incentives. You are at the mercy of what the factory charges. 

The Basic Ordering Process

The process is simple if you want to order a factory car from Phil Long Dealerships. Here are the most common steps.

1. Start by looking at the automaker's configurator located on its website. You can browse the options on your own at first.
2. Begin by choosing the model, trim level, and paint color.
3. You can start customizing the features, including the interior upholstery, technology, and exterior add-ons.
4. Once your car is built, you are connected with your local dealership to finalize the deal.
5. Phil Long Dealerships will order the car based on the specifications you picked. We act as your point of contact with the manufacturer during this process and take delivery of the vehicle.

Here are a few things to keep in mind during this simple process.

When the configurator gives you a list of dealerships, make sure you choose Phil Long. We have excellent customer reviews, ensuring the process goes as smoothly as possible. We are experts in custom ordering cars.

As you customize, think about the resale value. If you want to add a $1,000 premium sound system, go for it. Remember that you will not recoup that money when you resell the vehicle. There's a reason our lots are filled with mid-level models and neutral paint colors - that's what sells.

Because you are ordering a car to particular specs, you must put down some kind of deposit. Please read through the terms and conditions of your custom order before you sign the paperwork. It's important to know what you agree to. If we offer a refundable deposit, you can change your mind if the car you are waiting for shows up elsewhere. However, there's also the chance that you have to put down a nonrefundable deposit. You want to know these details upfront, and we want to be as transparent as possible. There are no surprises when you work with Phil Long Dealerships on your custom vehicle.

Order Your New Car at Phil Long - Where Choice is the American Way!