Buying His First Car

Rahul visits a car showroom to buy his first car, comparing models, discussing a loan, and taking a test drive.

Meanings in Rahul, Sales executive

Key words and phrases

showrooma shop displaying vehicles or products for saleThe showroom had the latest car models.

test drivea short drive to try a vehicle before buyingHe took the car for a test drive.

mileagethe distance a vehicle travels per unit of fuelThis car gives good mileage.

down paymentthe initial amount paid when buying on loanHe paid a down payment of one lakh rupees.

EMIa fixed monthly payment towards a loanHis car EMI is eight thousand rupees.

insurancea policy that covers loss or damage to a vehicleCar insurance is compulsory in India.

registrationthe official process of recording vehicle ownershipRegistration takes about a week.

modela particular version or design of a vehicleThis is their most popular model.

accessoriesextra items added to a vehicleHe added a few accessories like seat covers.

delivery datethe date when the purchased item will be givenThe delivery date is next Friday.

on-road pricethe total cost of a car including tax, insurance, and registrationThe on-road price is higher than the showroom price.

exchange offera discount given for trading in an old vehicleHe got an exchange offer for his old car.

varianta specific version of a car model with different featuresHe chose the top variant with a sunroof.

loan tenurethe total period over which a loan is repaidHe chose a five-year loan tenure.

interest ratethe percentage charged on a loan amountThe bank offered a low interest rate on the car loan.

colour optionsthe different paint colours a car is available inThis model has six colour options.

booking amountthe token money paid to reserve a vehicleHe paid the booking amount to reserve the car.

extended warrantyadditional warranty coverage beyond the standard periodHe also bought an extended warranty for peace of mind.

sunroofan opening in a car's roof that can let in light or airThe top variant comes with a sunroof.

resale valuethe amount a vehicle can be sold for after useThis model has a good resale value.

Useful sentences

Ask Can I take this car for a test drive?
Answer Sure, please bring your driving licence.
Ask What is the mileage of this model?
Answer It gives about eighteen kilometres per litre.
Ask How much down payment do I need to make?
Answer A down payment of one lakh rupees is needed.
Ask What will my monthly EMI be?
Answer Your EMI will be around eight thousand rupees.
Ask When can I get the delivery?
Answer You can get the delivery by next Friday.
Ask What is the on-road price of this variant?
Answer The on-road price is around nine lakh rupees.
Ask Do you offer any exchange offer for my old car?
Answer Yes, we can give you thirty thousand rupees for it.
Ask What interest rate is the bank offering?
Answer It's around nine percent for a five-year tenure.
Ask Which colour options are available for this model?
Answer We have white, red, and silver in stock.
Ask Should I pay a booking amount now?
Answer Yes, twenty-five thousand rupees will confirm your booking.

Dialogue

RahulI'm looking to buy my first car. Can you show me some models?

Sales ExecutiveOf course, this is our best-selling model with great mileage.

RahulCan I take it for a test drive?

Sales ExecutiveAbsolutely, please bring your licence.

RahulI liked it. What are the loan and EMI options?

Sales ExecutiveWith a one lakh down payment, your EMI will be around eight thousand a month.

RahulThat sounds fine. What's the on-road price with insurance and registration?

Sales ExecutiveIt comes to about nine lakh rupees, and we also have an exchange offer for your old bike.

RahulThat's great. Can I book it today with a small booking amount?

Sales ExecutiveOf course, twenty-five thousand rupees will confirm your booking right now.

Common mistakes

Saying "I purchase a car on loan" instead of "I bought a car on loan" or "I am buying a car on loan."
Saying "give a test drive" instead of "take a test drive" from the buyer's perspective.
Saying "pay EMI of the car" instead of "pay the car's EMI" or "pay EMI for the car."
Saying "showroom price" when meaning the full cost including tax and insurance — that is the "on-road price," not the showroom price.
Saying "exchange my car" alone instead of "trade in my car" or "get an exchange offer for my car" when discussing a discount for an old vehicle.
Saying "loan time" instead of "loan tenure" when talking about the repayment period.

Quick quiz

1. What is a "test drive"?

2. A fixed monthly loan payment is called an ___.

3. Complete: "The ___ date for the car is next Friday."

4. What is the "on-road price"?

5. A discount given for trading in an old vehicle is called an ___.

6. Complete: "He paid the ___ amount to reserve the car."

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