Buy a Toyota Camry from the Comfort of Your Home
Spending a full day at the dealership to buy a new car is quickly becoming a thing of the past. While many people still prefer an in-person experience, there are plenty of car buyers who would prefer to skip the hassle and purchase a car without ever leaving their homes. Thanks to technology, this option is increasingly popular, and you can even get a new Toyota Camry delivered right to your door. At Toyota of Grand Rapids, we have the tools to help you choose your car online and take care of the entire process from the comfort of your home. Let us help you get set up with your new car! Check out more about how it works below.
Toyota SmartPath
How do you buy a new Toyota Camry from home? Through Toyota SmartPath. This online tool is perfectly designed to help walk you through a complete online car shopping experience. The best part is you can use SmartPath through your favorite Toyota dealer, so you can stay loyal to your local dealership if you want to. SmartPath takes you through every step of the process:
- Calculate your car payment
- Value your trade-in
- Work through financing
- Schedule a test drive if you want
- Reserve a vehicle or complete the purchase
- Choose delivery or pickup
It’s so simple to use. You just access the SmartPath tool on the dealership website and go through the steps. There may be a few finishing touches to finish at the dealership, but you don’t have the hassle of negotiations or playing the waiting game like you would with a traditional in-person car-buying experience. Plus, SmartPath gives you an inside look at the current available inventory.
When you head to the website, you can determine everything from trade-in to financing as the SmartPath tool walks you through the steps. You will share your information and any trade-in details, you will complete financing application and approval, and you will select and reserve your car. You can complete the SmartPath process in a matter of a few minutes and then all you need to do is complete and get your Toyota Camry!
Tips for Online Car Buying
Before you start the online process to buy your car, there are some details to keep in mind. Whether you have already picked out your Toyota Camry or you want to research and compare, you have these options at your fingertips. Use these tips to help work through the process.
Research and Choose Your Toyota Camry
The Camry has different trim packages that come with varying features. You may want to do some comparisons to fully understand what your options are. Get to know the different features and various packages available so you can choose the right fit. If you have a specific model or color in mind, that’s great. Just take the time to check it out and compare to ensure you know exactly what you want.
Work Through Your Dealer’s Website
You can go through the nationwide Toyota website, but it might be easier to go through your local Toyota dealer or one that you are familiar with. The SmartPath process will integrate their inventory and can help you track down a specific car if you prefer. When you go through a reputable dealer, it just gives you some added reassurance of working with a dealership you know and trust. If you run into any issues or have questions, they will be available to help. Plus, this is where you will ultimately complete the process. Work Through Financing
You can use your own financing, or you can go through the dealer’s financing process. Toyota has its own financing solutions, which may be a great option for you. You can explore various financing options or just apply for Toyota financing in the SmartPath tool. The choice is yours. Don’t be afraid to compare options and choose what works for you or has the best rates and terms to get your new Camry. Choose Your Vehicle and Value a Trade
Once you get the background details in order, you can choose your vehicle and value a trade-in if you have one. The SmartPath tool will walk you through these step by step, making it easy to do. You may even be able to customize your Toyota Camry to perfectly cater to your preferences. Schedule a Test Drive
Have you driven a Toyota Camry before? It’s always a good idea to test drive a car before you buy. The great news is that you don’t have to necessarily go to the dealership to test drive your car. You certainly can schedule an in-person test drive. In fact, many dealerships will even bring the car to you to test drive these days. However, you can just take a virtual test drive if you prefer. This won’t give you the full physical experience, but it gives you a good idea of the car and how it handles. If you prefer an in-person test drive, take the time to schedule one or work with your local dealer for the best time to come in.
Complete the Purchase and Arrange to Get Your Car
Finally, you’re at the end; it’s time to finalize everything and make arrangements to get your car. You’ve worked through financing, trade-in, test driving, and every essential detail. We hope you’re excited to get into your new Toyota Camry and experience all that it has to offer. With SmartPath, you can sign most of your documents electronically. Just be sure to pay close attention to the details and be aware if you do need to head to the dealership to finish anything up. From there, it’s just arranging a time to either pick up your car or have it delivered to your door. Which will you choose?