The days of buying a car based on looks are long gone for me! That used to make car shopping easy. As a mom, I have specific concerns that come along with purchasing a car. I came up with my list of criteria for moms to consider when buying a car and shared it at Jen And Barb, Mom Life. You can read the post here.
Jen and Barb, Mom Life is a forum for women to share their thoughts about how becoming a mom changes you as a woman. I love their site!! In the following video, 5 things that every mom should know when buying a car, Jen and Barb talk with Jody Devere founder of the website AskPatty.com about putting the FUN back in buying a car! Great tips, like renting the car that you are interested in for the weekend! That way you really have an idea if the car is a good fit for you.
We want to know what you look for when you buy a car! Tell us and you could win a Visa gift card!’
* I was compensated for my guest post at Jen and Barb, Mom Life. Giveaway item will be provided by sponsor. Sponsor has the right to refuse filling prize for duplicate winners from other blogs. This will in no way sway our opinion of the product or service. The review is in our own words and is our opinion. Your results and opinions may differ.
364 comments
Safey reports
Kims2312@verizon.net
It has to have a lot of room, how much it gets per gallon, the way it looks, dependability! And the resale value!
I look for : guarantees, safety, gas mileage.
Even better than the last 3 days of the month is to shop and buy on December 31!
safety,color and style are my first must haves
I just bought one 2 yrs ago,I look for milage,,safety,an how good the service dept.is,
vlbelk(at)Hotmail.com
I look at safety ratings, size of the trunk, how comfortable the seats are, how it feels while driving it.
I look for mileage, price, room for all the kids.
Price is the first thing I look at when buying a vehicle. And too many of todays new cars have such small, tight interiors, so roominess is a must! Thanks.
I look for safety, gas mileage and price
Resale value and features
We just bought a new car based on its 1) five star crash safety rating and 2) the third row — now we can carpool!
I look for safety ratings, value, ease of entry, and gas mileage!
We look for fuel efficiency and environmental “friendliness”, safety, comfort/convenience and price.
Carfax report….I always end up buying used
sweetheart4171(at)yahoo(dot)com
i look for safety
I look for safety and resale value
An abosolute must when buying a car is that it runs. I have never had a new one…just old used ones.
I look for Safety features first and then gas mileage.
I look for safety and style.
I look for style, gas mileage, comfort, how well i can see around me in the car and price.
I look for good gas mileage.
price and fuel economy
debbie jackson
djackson1958 at hotmail dot com
I look for gas mileage, safety ratings, size of vehicle in relation to our needs, price, and color.
Price, fuel ecomomy, and the look!
I always buy used, and I look for how well cared for the car is, why the person is selling (if they have to move, that’s the best reason!), if they’ve kept up with the service on it, and the mileage, and how sporty it is. I need it to have some pep, and also to fit in parking spaces easily.
Safety …. size…. and gas mileage
Value, maneuverability and gas mileage.
i look for gas mileage and dependability
I look for good gas mileage.
I look for good gas milage and reliablity.
I look for room for kids and all of our stuff.
The main things I look for is first…cost…..then mileage, and I always check with my insurance company on what my car insurance rates would be. I do also look at the safety ratings of the vehicle and has to have plenty of room for my dog 🙂
Gas millage, safety, how much payments are going to be and how much insurance would be.
I look for reliability, comfort, safety, and mileage.
I look for safety features, all-wheel drive and good gas mileage.
I look for cost, safety, how long the car will last ( we drive them for many years) and comfort.
I look for a car with plenty of space for the five of us.
When I buy a car I look at its features, safety record, repair record, gas mileage and value compared to other similar cars.
I look at repair costs.
I look for price, roominess, safety, reliabilty and comfort.
I look for safety and price matters.
It has to have great safety features.
As a mom, I look for safety, good gas mileage, and a DVD player.
With today’s gas prices – mileage is always a priority with us.
Thank you.
price, gas mileage and dependability
I look for seating capacity.
I look mostly for fuel efficiency, design and safety ratings!
safety and gas mileage
I look for mileage, safety, and the price. Thank you for the giveaway!
I look for the following: Safety features, Gas Mileage, Room and Foot space, automatic, price, style of car.
Safety, ride, power, gear shifting, noise and comfort.
As we have kids, safety comes first, gas mileage and reliability are also big things that we looks for.
good gas mileage!
i look at its safety ratings and how roomy it is
rypm25@aol.com
Safety, gas mileage, and room for all the kids and their stuff. A big trunk is a must.
It must have leather seats and cruise control
safety features
I just bought a new car last week! I look for good reviews, fuel efficiency, and that it’s comfortable for my 3 kids.
I look for good engineering and quality of a car. I need a car that is built to last.
Must have good gas mileage and plenty of space.
We just bought our new car in May, and the biggest concern was safety. It had to have excellent safety ratings. After that, size was the biggest issue. Traveling out of state with a young child for a month at a time requires a lot of extra room for stuff! We made sure to get an SUV with third row seating. Last, I wanted lights that had an automatic setting. I didn’t want to have to worry about turning them on! Lol
fs4sarah at gmail dot com
I look at size (will my family be comfortable in it?) and how well it’s built (is the engine in good shape, etc…)
I look at size (will my family be comfortable in it?) and how well it’s built (is the engine in good shape, etc…)
i look for safety for the kids
I look for good gas mileage and low maintenance.
I look for good gas mileage, four wheel drive and safety features.
I look for good fuel mileage
If it is comfortable for longer drives
I look for a car good on gas, and that is very spacious!
i look for a car that has great gas mileage and that it does not have bad blindspots
I lookl for enough room for my dogs and their crates
Safety features and fuel efficiency
Room for hauling goods.
Safety features, gas mileage and one that is not too close to the ground!
Digicats {at} Sbcglobal {dot} Net
safety, mileage, cost effectiveness
It needs to get good gas mileage, have a good safety record, be roomy enough inside, without being too large of a car. I like a 4 door sedan with cloth seats.
I look for mileage.
I look for affordability and gas mileage as well as safety features
Safety and gas mileage
I look for a fuel efficient vehicle
miles per gallon is important to me!
Price, gas mileage, looks and smoothness on the road.
Price, gas mileage and practicality.
gas milage, ac, room
look for milage
I look at gas mileage and size
good reviews and reliable
I look for style and gas milage
gas mileage, comfort
Reliability, fuel economy, cost, comfort, space.
I look for dependability
look for quality and good gas mileage and cost.
I look for a good price and low mileage.
Mileage is most important
Gas mileage and overall crash safety
I want good mileage. That’s why the last car we got was a hybrid. I’d love to get the Ford Fusion Energi when it comes out but I doubt we can afford it
Gas mileage and safety
Dependability, Appearance, Economical, Price. Make my day, Please.
I look for mileage
Most important is price, then safety features and gas mileage.
Gas mileage, price and how safe it is.
I look at safety, gas mileage, and price!
demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com
confort,mpg,looks, and safety
gas mileage and price
Safety reviews are number 1.
Gas Mileage and reliability
cody_endres(at)hotmail(dot)com
reliability, safety, and good gas mileage
I look for low mileage, a good price and a color I love! And it must be 4WD!
mpg price
a safe car
extra large trunk and leather interior.
Space!
I look for low miles, no rust, and solid tires.
safety and good gas mileage
Reliability, safety and gas mileage.
I look for great gas mileage!
i look at their safety rating
We just bought two new cars – for the first, we wanted something reliable, with lots of storage space, cute design, great fuel efficiency, and reasonable price. For the second, we were looking for reliable, and inexpensive! (weren’t planning on having to buy another one so soon!)
Look for an SUV that is big enough to hold all our luggage and comfortable on long driving trips.
Mileage, and whether it makes that weird noise when the window is down.
I look for safety features.
I look at mileage (if a used car). I also look for extras like a sunroof, heated seats, etc.
Affordable and durable. I don’t want to have to think about buying another for at least 10 years
I look for what kind of mileage the car will give now. I want to thank you for this awesome sweep and hope to win 🙂 Thanks !!!!!!!!!!!!
When I’m looking for a car, I first look at what it looks like from the outside, then how comfortable it is, I find out the gas mileage, see how many cup holders there are, check out the stereo, test drive to see how it handles…oh yeah, check out the price. If there’s any other important variables, I’d probably think of them on the way home.
How much room is in the back seat for my daughter and I
a good deal. the car ive had now was a good deal. no interest for 5 years
safety and gas mileage, GOD BLESS AND KEEP YA’LL SAFE IN HIS LOVING ARMS.
Price is number one, then safety features, gas milage & space.
Reliability; good mileage; good rating on Consumer Reports!
I always look to see what much gas mileage it can get and if it is reliable and has lots of room.
I want something safe now that I have a little one in the car with me. I also like something that has good consumer ratings; something that’s going to be dependable.
Safety features and reports!
Cost and # of cup holders. =)
room for all my kids
It needs to be a safe, dependable family car.
the look
Safety features, gas mileage, color,
Reliabilty, feul efficiency, and looks
I look for safety and gas mileage.
1. safety
2. comfort, ok who I am kidding,comfort probably exceeds safety a little 🙂
3. size-something that fits the whole family, plus groceries, plus those great steals you find at garage sales.
When I buy a car I look for affordability, style, quality, safety features, and of course that it gets decent gas mileage
I look for good gas mileage and safety.
Good gas mileage.
I look at reliability, safety, owner happiness and value retention
Good condition and safe
vmkids3 at msn dot com
GAS MILEAGE
good mileage and safety
nannypanpan@gmail.com
I look at safety ratings and gas mileage.
My hubby makes final decision. Reg. Gas is $4.50 a gallon where we are, so we’d look for a car that’s not a guzzler.
SPACE! My daughter plays soccer, usually on a few teams at a time, and she has lots of friends. Usually they are either on the team or want to attend her games. Space is wonderful when u transport lots of kids (:
I look for space, Reliability and safety
good sound
Thanks for the giveaway! Janna Johnson jannajanna@hotmail.com GFC: janna@feedyourpig
We look for low mileage and gas mileage ..
I make sure the car is big enough to fit my family and fuel efficient.
I’ve never bought a car
I look for a car that will be able to take me to my destination safely!
aquaprincess888@yahoo.com
Great ratings from Consumer Reports
Safety!
nice design and good ride. but next time I will add good gas mileage!
I look for something that’s within our budget.
gas efficient
Safety ratings are most important to me.
I look for color and comfort and my husband works in a car dealership so he usually gets us a good deal. Anymore there is not much mark up in a car at the dealership0 so there is not a lot of wiggle room on negotiating. If we didn’t have the auto union cars would be much more affordable for everyone. That is where the cost comes from their wages, benefits etc
It has to have enought room in the driver’s seat for my 6’4″ husband, get good gas mileage and be able to be towed 4 wheels down.
definitely safety ratings. Thanks for hosting!
I look for gas mileage and safety.
Ratings and reputation
roomy and comfortable, easy to maneuver and good on the gas mileage!
I look for gas mileage and a good sound car.
My mine thing is having very clear vision out the windshield. I like to be able to see the ground in front of me. After that, I go for safety and appearance.
I look for Low Prices, safety features/ratings, and if its good on gas
Thanks for the great giveaway!
I factor in a lot of things.
Research Safety and reliability
Is the company still in business?
Are parts reasonably priced?
Cost of labor to do mechanical repairs?
Does the car retain it’s value well?
Gas mileage
Theft ratings, is it easy to steal?
Warranty
Cost of insurance
Cost of regular maintenance upkeep
Cost of tires
How much oil does it use, what kind of oil does it use….
I’m picky and even though I’m a pain in the butt about it, I don’t get suckered in by a sales pitch, so it works 😀
I look at price, gas mileage, safety features, size!
Safety, mostly.
first how much room does it offer for my big family, storage space, safety features, gas mileage, price
Gas mileage, safety ratings and relieability
I’m shallow so outside appearance weighs heavily for me. Fuel efficiency and price follow closely.
Safety, mileage and room
comfort , safety and mileage
It has to be safe, have lots of room for us and our ball equipment and the price has to be right. lol thank you!!
I look for good gas mileage, plenty of space and safety features when I buy a car.
Safety, and good gas mileage–electric if possible!
I just bought a new car & I looked for something safe, a good price & a look that I liked.
I look for a clean carfax with no salvage title or major mechanical issues and preferably a one owner
I look for milage, trunk space and cruuise control
I look for legroom, safety, and comfort
I look for safety ratings, comfort and great gas mileage!
Economical, dependable, and good mileage.
wolverina401 at gmail dot com
I look for fuel economy and safety
Affordability, safety, good mpg, and something big enough for my family.
gas mileage and of course all the safety features
gas mileage is a big one
I look for reviews online about break downs, safety
Safety, reviews and mileage.
These days the only thing i’m truly concerned about is the price.
Price, space and low mileage.
The millage and safety record
condition, mileage & stats (engine trans etc)
I look for price and safety.
Condition and mileage
price and gas milage.
Gas mileage
powens09@msn.com
The primary things I look for are fuel economy and price. I have to consider those above all.
I look for a good value
safety is most important
I look for , safety and gas mileage.
Right now it’s good gas mileage and safety for a good price
I look for safety features, gas mileage, cost.
Gas mileage, enough room for the family.
When looking for a vehicle size is important. With a family of 4 I need to be able to fit groceries in it and bags when we get away on vacation. Gas mileage is also very, very important.
I look for safety
I look for safety, gas mileage, and the “cool” factor.
Gas mileage, safety.
I look for a safe care that gets good gas mileage.
great gas mileage
gas mileage and features
Above all else, I look for safety features.
A car with high reliability ratings–I work a risky job and could not afford to have my car bonk out on me. It could be a dangerous situation.
Gas mileage, room for kids, safety car fax report and online reviews.
Gets good gas mileage, safety features…
Seating for enough kids, enough room for groceries and the stroller, safety and milaeage!
Price and cargo space
I look for safety, gas mileage, and price.
(1) Reliability (2) Functionality (3) Gas Mileage (4) Comfort (5) Look
(1) Reliability (2) price (3) Gas Mileage (4) style
I look at price and gas mileage
When buying a new car, I look for something that is not only comfortable for me as a driver, but something that is comfortable for the entire family, whether they are driving or riding as passengers.
Price, reliability, condition (if it’s a used car) , gas mileage styling
I look to see if the seats are comfortable
nice and big for my children
My big things are gas mileage and safety
Safety reports.
I look at mileage and safety and how it test drives
We usually go with a certified pre owned, or program car. Knocks down the cost, and still has warranty.
gas mileage, safety and it should look nice!
cjnedrow at gmail dot com
I look at safety features and gas mileage.
The biggest thing for me is that it’s comfortable to sit in when I drive.
I look for a good warranty and good gas mileage!
Good crash test ratings, side impact airbags, and backseat safety for the little ones.
I would say safety!
I need a car with good gas mileage
I consider the price, safety, comfort & MPG
fuel efficiency all the way
Safety features, price, reliability, fuel efficiency.
I look for dependability, comfort, mpg,leg room, overall comfort
good gas mileage, air bags and safety record, handling, ride etc.
brich22 at earthlink dot net
I look for good MPG and reliability…I commute to work through the boonies.
missysweepsalot at gmail dot com
A lot of room and a great price
annabella @ centurytel dot net
mileage and fuel efficiency
Full size conversion van so we can go places in comfort, do things and hUl stuff.
Fuel efficience is top concern these days
safety and gas mileage is the first things I look for
I look for the safety, all wheel drive, and how many mpg it gets.
I look for cheap and reliable. I might buy a good book with the money.
fuel economy, good price
Cheap, but safe.
space… enough room for at least 2 car seats!
Good gas mileage
yes thats the thing to have
Safety features of course, but also gas mileage.
I look for gas mileage when looking to buy a car.
lisando at hotmail.com
definately it all comes down to gas mileage and safety features
Price and that it is durable.
I’d like one that is good on gas.
gas mileage
first i look at price! then i see if i can fit all three kids comfortably! the most important after that is if i can get a double stroller in and out of the trunk with out too much difficulty!
I look for power locks and power windows.
I look for safety, gas mileage
I look for reliability and gas mileage
I look for roominess so I can carpool, secondly for price since I am tight on funds, and thirdly for safety because I can get very nervous when I drive
safety and gas
safety,cost,mileage
Safety, reliability, insurance coverage, and the record/history of the car overall.
I look at gas mileage.
I look for safety ratings, dependability, price, and gas mileage.
I look for safety first and then for the amount of room it has. with 3 kids and all of their friends and sports equipment, it gets pretty cozy!
Safety, gas mileage, eco-friendly
Comfort, safety, mileage, and price!
We actuallyy just bought a minivan. Price, Safety, warranty and ease of use were the most important.
Mileage, Price, saftey and space are our big ones.
I want to know if it has been in an accident and what warranty or service work it has received
I look for MPG first!
Safety. I’ve been in a couple of accidents so now the first thing I want to know about is, how safe is it for me and my kids?
Safety is key and is it large enough to hold my 6 member family.
I look for the most eco-friendly car I can get. I currently drive a 2012 Toyota Prius.
I look for descent gas mileage and it should be fun to drive. If it has awd even better.
safety, performance, how much the bumpers cost to replace
Price, fuel ecomomy, safety.
Safety, reliability, fuel economy, price
MILEAGE, RELIABILITY, STORAGE SPACE, COMFORT….
THINGS THAT WORK FOR MY FAMILY
THANKS FOR THE GIVEAWAY AND WISH ME LUCK!
My priority when looking for a car is great gas mileage!
I look for safety, and mileage. I need something to bring me to my destination safely
I look for gas mileage and comfort for cold weather such as heated seats etc
safety is most important
jofo120 at yahoo dot com
I look for safety features, enough seats to hold a family of five comfortably, leg room in the back, and iPad/iPod charger connections.
the price of it
I look for the safty factor and the gas milage.
good fuel economy
Gas mileage, it’s so expensive to fill up now that finding a car with good gas mileage is a must!
chrissylea1979 (at)gmail(dot) com
for me price first then i look for dependability and thancheck out reliable reviews of car!!!
Price, milage and looks
I look for safety ratings and gas mileage
i want a car that is going to last and will also get great gas mileage
Storage! And mpg of course!
Safety, gas mileage, price, look and room!
-Ashley Marie Morrissey
ashummz05@yahoo.com
I look for dependability, gas mileage, price, accessories, good reviews. I really do my research before buying.
Value is most inportant. Wouldn’t it be nice if your car was paid off and still running?!
🙂
I always look for trunk space and how much space a passenger has.
I look for a safe car with good mileage
I look for a car with no rust, low miles and in decent condition. To find a car with only 1 or 2 owners is always a plus as well.
lyndsey.rullman at hotmail dot com
I look for excellent safety records, good mileage, a sleek but classic build, and favorable consumer reviews.
Look for safety ratings , gas mileage these days! Thanks
This would come in handy helping a friend
safety annd price
We look for safety, versatility, that it is spacious, and of course good mileage
look for a decent car (clean/working condition) at a low price
great gas mileage, comfort, great safety ratings and a fair price
jagar0047 at yahoo dot com
I need to know safety reports
We look for safety, comfort and good gas mileage.
Mileage and safety!
We look for safety, dependability, good gas mileage is also very important to us.
I look for gas mileage.
I look for safety, space and gas mileage.
something safe, dependable and efficient
I look for something roomy with lots of space for groceries and such..I like a car that is good on gas and safe for my family
good on gas
ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com
i like safety and enviromentally safe
Dependability, 4 or more doors, great gas mileage, & a great stereo;)
dependability, gas mileage, and low-maintanance considering my husband is clueless when it comes to working on em lol
I look for safety and gas mileage first! I could care less about the color.
I look for the right color! I know, my husband rolls his eyes at that too but it’s the first thing for me!! But beyond that, I look for the right price, good gas mileage, and other economical things….safety too, of course, but if safety is okay then I try to find the economical route
The most important thing to me is good gas mileage. It doesn’t matter the make or model, but I also want it to be dependable.
I look forward to the car being reliable because it is new, not to break down on me, better gas mileage and the smell of a new car is nice.
dependability
I look for size, safety, and the overall condition.
My priorities are reliability, safety and gas mileage!
I look for fuel economy and safety
I look for safety, and how much room it has.
i look for comfort and good gas mileage 🙂
I look for a car that will transport my family safely and that is a good bargain at the same time.
I look for mileage and price
I look for a car that is comfortable for me to drive because I am very short.
With price of gas the way it is, I first look at the MPG and then I check out the back seat to see how much leg room there is.
I look for good mpg’s, dependability and safety.
I look at price, space and gas mileage
I look for low mileage, safety, gas maleate, tires. Price, and of course the extras. 🙂
i look for style and price.
roominess, safety and affordability
safety and price
I look for safety features.
I look for lots of seating- I have five children! After that I look at safety and reliability as well as gas mileage.
Economy, safety and practicality. 🙂 Thank you.
we look for leg-room – my husband is 6’6″
When looking at cars I want one that has good gas mileage and is safe but is also stylish and colorful (no white, grey or black cars for me).
longbarb1@aol.com
Gas mileage. I used to be all about style until the gas prices surged to over $5/gallon. Then I bought a Prius which I thought was a rather ugly car but I spent about 30% of what i was spending on gas before I bought it. Best investment I ever made.
Gas mileage and safety
Thanks for the giveaway…we look for reliability i.e. Consumer Reports
Safety is my number one concern!
I look for high safety features and gas mileage
I look for a car that is big enough for all of us! My husband is a mechanic, so he always checks it over first. I also NEED air and heat. A radio is good to have. Cd player is optional.
Room, safety and gas mileage
I look for trunk room, lighting for all passengers and comfortable seats for all.
good gas mileage and great repair record (Consumer Reports)
Thanks for the contest.
I look at safety features, how much it cost to own the car, reliability