How to Build a Customized Car Online

You may be very particular about the type of car you want to buy and the accessories you want to include. If you're the type who wants to personalize every detail of a car according to your needs, it might be best for you to build a customized car online. Many car manufacturers such as Toyota, BMW and Ford allow you to build your own car online. This way, you have more control on the options you want in your car and replace those you don't want.

Instructions

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Go to a website that has an online software application where you can design your car. If you have a car manufacturer from whom you want to buy a car, go to their website to see if they will allow you to customize the car online. If not, select from major car manufacturers that allow you to customize your car, then bring the summary to a dealer later so they can find you a comparable car.

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Click the "Build a Car" button on the car manufacturer's webpage. This will take you to their online software where you can pick the specifications you want on your car. Usually, this button is on the upper right side of the page. Choose the basic model you want. Some manufacturers require you to choose a car model first, then build from that basic model. In this case, you need to select first the type of car you are looking to buy (compact, sedan, van, SUV or truck) and then click on the "customize" or "build" button on the page.

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Choose the transmission type, the engine, interior and exterior colors as well as the accessories. You can choose from automatic or manual transmission. Click next, or the right arrow button on the screen. Depending on the basic model you choose, you may have more options to choose from as you customize your car. Choose from the type of engine, such as V6 or V8. Click next. You may select the color of the car. Click next.

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Add accessories and additional parts to the car by clicking the parts you like among the options available. The list of options will show on the screen, depending on what you are customizing at that time. For example, if you are choosing the exterior color, suggestions to add may include wheels, spoilers, and xenon headlights. Each option will have the additional cost shown next to it on the screen. Click on the car and drag your mouse to view the car in a 360-degree view. Some online car customization software may not have this option, but they may have arrows that let you look at all the sides of the car and decide if this is the type of car you want.

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Click the "Print" button at the end of the customization process. You will be given a printed summary of the options you selected, and this report may also include a picture of the car. You will also be given the address of the nearest dealer, so you can contact them to discuss your selections. You can also enter your information and click the "submit" button to send your file to the nearest dealership so they may contact you.