Buying a car online and having it delivered to your home is a convenient alternative to visiting a dealership in person. But what if you find the perfect vehicle at a dealership in another state? Buying from out of state can offer a wider selection and potentially better deals, but it's important to understand the costs involved.
Our dealership, CloudLot in Plymouth, Wisconsin, sells cars 100% online with home delivery available to the contiguous United States. If you're considering purchasing a car from us but live in another state, here's what you can expect in terms of additional costs:
Sales Tax
When buying a car, you'll need to pay sales tax based on the state where you're registering the vehicle. If you live in Wisconsin and buy from CloudLot, you'll pay the Wisconsin sales tax rate. But if you're buying from another state, you'll pay that state's sales tax rate when you register the vehicle there.
Registration Fees
In addition to sales tax, each state has its own vehicle registration fees. These fees can vary significantly from state to state across the Midwest and the rest of the country. When buying a car from out of state, be prepared to pay your state's registration fee, which is separate from the purchase price of the vehicle.
Vehicle Delivery Costs
One additional cost to consider when buying a car online from out of state is the expense of getting the vehicle delivered to you. CloudLot currently charges a base delivery fee for locations within 40 miles of our physical dealership location in Plymouth, Wisconsin. For customers located further away, an additional per-mile delivery charge applies.
Transparent Online Buying Process
At CloudLot, we aim to make the online car buying experience as easy and transparent as possible for customers throughout the contiguous United States. Our online buying process allows you to customize your deal and see a clear breakdown of all the costs involved, including taxes, fees, and delivery charges.
As part of the Van Horn Auto Group, CloudLot has an established reputation for quality and customer service across Wisconsin and the Midwest. We offer a 3-day return policy on used cars to ensure you're satisfied with your purchase. Plus, all our used vehicles come with a 3-month/3,000-mile warranty for added peace of mind.
While there are some additional costs to consider when buying a car online from out of state, the process offers the ultimate convenience of shopping from home and having your vehicle delivered right to your door. With CloudLot's transparent pricing and established reputation, you can buy with confidence no matter where you live.