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How can I get insurance for a used car?
I decided to buy a used car recently. What insurance should I get for a used vehicle? Is it any different than insuring a new car?
Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If you have car insurance currently, you can contact your agent or sign in to your online account to add the new-to-you car to your policy. You can remove your old vehicle at the same time (so long as you’ll no longer be driving it).
But if you don’t have car insurance right now, you’ll need to shop around. You’ll want to request
car insurance quotes online
or by phone. To provide an accurate quote, the insurance companies will request your:- Full name
- Date of birth
- Address
- Vehicle identification number, or VIN
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license number
Companies price policies based on a variety of factors, and every company uses a slightly different formula. By requesting quotes from several car insurers, you can ensure you’re getting the best rate.
If you’re planning on financing your car, keep in mind that most lenders require that drivers carry both
comprehensive and collision coverage
, which together are often referred to as full coverage. So you’ll want to be sure you’re requesting quotes for full coverage insurance (as opposed to less expensive options like liability only) when pricing policies.If you’d rather leave the hard work of gathering quotes to someone else, use
Jerry
. The Jerry app can collect quotes from up to 50 top insurance companies in seconds.Once you find a policy you like at a price you can afford, you can purchase it (directly through the Jerry app, if you choose to go that route!). Then you’ll receive
proof of insurance
to show the dealership in order to drive your car off the lot.Congrats on your new wheels!”
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