The process of buying a vehicle can be broken down into two basic components: Researching and Buying. At CarsDirect.com, we give you the resources to do both. We take the mystery out of car buying by providing instant, no-haggle prices, as well as a Research Center loaded with useful automotive information.

Read on to find out how CarsDirect.com makes it easy to research and buy a car online:

Research a car online.

If you haven't yet narrowed your choices down to just a few models, the CarsDirect Research Center provides the information you need before you decide to buy a car or truck. You'll find specifications and features for every trim level of every model we sell, as well as photos, safety data and vehicle comparison tools.

We've even summarized all of the best reviews in one convenient place for over 100 of our top-selling models. And nearly all of our cars and trucks feature complete reviews from New Car Test Drive and/or Automobile Magazine. So you really don't have to go anywhere else to do your research before you buy a car or truck.

Buy a car online.

Once you've done your homework in our Research Center and have decided on a vehicle, you're ready to buy a car or truck. Here's how you do it:

1. Starting at the CarsDirect.com homepage, select your make and model, then enter your zip code.

2. Review the trims available for your chosen vehicle, then select one by clicking on "Get our price."

3. Depending on where you live, two options may be available at this point. You can choose work with a member of our authorized dealer network in your area, or you can continue your transaction with the help of an award-winning CarsDirect.com Vehicle Specialist.

On this page, you also get to select the options you prefer on your vehicle. The guaranteed CarsDirect.com price will adjust automatically to reflect the options selected, so you always know what you're paying for. Please note, however, that the Carsdirect.com price is not guaranteed if you choose to work directly with a member of our authorized dealer network.

4. Whether you've chosen to work with a top local dealer or a CarsDirect.com Vehicle Specialist, you will then submit your request by filling out a contact information form. If you've chosen to work with a CarsDirect Vehicle Specialist, you'll also need to lock in the guaranteed CarsDirect price with a credit card deposit. You will then be contacted within one business day by a vehicle expert who will help you buy a car or truck. Your credit card will not be charged until you've spoken to your Vehicle Specialist and agreed to a specific vehicle.

It's that easy to buy a car online!