What to know when you buy your next used vehicle
Choosing a used car over a new one is an easy way to save money when buying a car. A new car begins to rapidly depreciate the moment you drive it off the dealer's lot, losing a large portion of its value in the first few years of ownership. When you purchase a secondhand car, the previous owner bears the burden of the vehicle's early years' severe depreciation.
While buying used is a great way to save, buyers should be aware that an out-of-warranty used automobile may require extra maintenance. Also, financing it might be a little more expensive and promo rates for used vehicles can hard to find. Those issues aside, buyers can save a ton of money by selecting a car with a high expected dependability rating and low ownership expenses.
Buying a used automobile successfully can be trickier than buying a new one. The lack of a new automobile factory warranty can make it more financially hazardous. Buying used is a great way to save money but it comes with a different set of concerns that buyers should consider. Please reach out to our sales specialists with any questions you may have, or to
Set a budget you can afford
Finding a used car, truck, or SUV with a monthly payment you believe you can afford isn't as easy as setting a budget for your used car purchase. While the monthly payment does need to be reasonable, you also need to consider other costs associated with owning the car. Buyers can save more in some instances by paying the full cost in cash, but for many the flexibility and lower barrier to entry with financing is the way to go. This covers the interest rate on your auto loan, the cost of insurance for your brand-new vehicle, parking fees, and maintenance expenses.
You should strike a balance between purchase and ownership costs. Expect to pay less when purchasing an older vehicle. However, the likelihood that a car may require expensive repairs increases with age. When you're stuck waiting for a tow truck rather than going to work, school, or that weekend getaway, that fantastic deal you received on a cheap automobile won't seem all that terrific. Fortunately, there are more tools available than ever for used car purchasers to research maintenance prices, common issues, and dependability. To learn more about typical difficulties, simply enter the name of the car and the word "problems" into any search engine.
The cost of auto insurance is a sometimes disregarded aspect you should take into account while looking for a used car. Depending on the model you select, prices can vary greatly. Updated insurance quotes can easily be obtained through your insurance agent. Surprisingly enough, sometimes older cars, despite a lower value, can cost more to insure due to less safety features.
You should strike a balance between purchase and ownership costs. Expect to pay less when purchasing an older vehicle. However, the likelihood that a car may require expensive repairs increases with age. When you're stuck waiting for a tow truck rather than going to work, school, or that weekend getaway, that fantastic deal you received on a cheap automobile won't seem all that terrific. Fortunately, there are more tools available than ever for used car purchasers to research maintenance prices, common issues, and dependability. To learn more about typical difficulties, simply enter the name of the car and the word "problems" into any search engine.
The cost of auto insurance is a sometimes disregarded aspect you should take into account while looking for a used car. Depending on the model you select, prices can vary greatly. Updated insurance quotes can easily be obtained through your insurance agent. Surprisingly enough, sometimes older cars, despite a lower value, can cost more to insure due to less safety features.
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Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer AWD 4dr LT
- MSRP Less Savings $24,998
- Miles
- 2,240
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 1.3 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible 3LT
- MSRP Less Savings $81,998
- Miles
- 3,496
- Exterior
- White Pearl Metallic Tricoat
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter
Pre-Owned 2012 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sdn Auto L (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $9,510
- Miles
- 129,226
- Exterior
- Classic Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2011 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L Automatic
- MSRP Less Savings $10,995
- Miles
- 113,957
- Exterior
- Silver/gray
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Dodge Journey SE FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $11,131
- Miles
- 121,698
- Exterior
- Granite Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport AWD 4dr 2.4
- MSRP Less Savings $11,369
- Miles
- 135,484
- Exterior
- Mineral Gray
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan 4dr Wgn SE
- MSRP Less Savings $12,498
- Miles
- 679,806
- Exterior
- Billet Silver Metallic Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Mazda CX-5 2016.5 FWD 4dr Auto Touring
- MSRP Less Savings $13,999
- Miles
- 100,117
- Exterior
- Sonic Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander LE FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $14,449
- Miles
- 82,707
- Exterior
- Labrador Black Metallic
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter MIVEC
Pre-Owned 2017 GMC Acadia FWD SLT-1
- MSRP Less Savings $14,599
- Miles
- 102,474
- Exterior
- Crimson Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Volkswagen Jetta S Auto w/SULEV
- MSRP Less Savings $14,998
- Miles
- 61,064
- Exterior
- Pure White
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter TSI
Pre-Owned 2017 Acura ILX Sedan w/Premium Pkg
- MSRP Less Savings $15,399
- Miles
- 90,991
- Exterior
- Gray
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $15,672
- Miles
- 75,725
- Exterior
- Nightfall Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2020 Kia Sportage LX FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $15,698
- Miles
- 63,467
- Exterior
- Sparkling Silver
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2018 Hyundai KONA SEL 2.0L Auto
- MSRP Less Savings $15,795
- Miles
- 71,295
- Exterior
- Sonic Silver
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $15,971
- Miles
- 76,375
- Exterior
- Nightfall Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 350 Cabriolet
- MSRP Less Savings $15,992
- Miles
- 84,641
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Regular Cab Long Box 2-Wheel Drive Work Truck w/1WT
- MSRP Less Savings $15,998
- Miles
- 94,799
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 4.3L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Jeep Cherokee FWD 4dr Limited
- MSRP Less Savings $16,299
- Miles
- 54,208
- Exterior
- Cashmere Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $16,974
- Miles
- 67,951
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 Toyota RAV4 LE FWD (GS)
- MSRP Less Savings $16,991
- Miles
- 112,360
- Exterior
- Electric Storm Blue
- Engine
- 2.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI Premium S Tronic quattro AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $16,998
- Miles
- 77,270
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter TFSI
Pre-Owned 2019 Hyundai VELOSTER 2.0 Premium Auto
- MSRP Less Savings $16,998
- Miles
- 42,523
- Exterior
- Chalk White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x2
- MSRP Less Savings $17,498
- Miles
- 93,670
- Exterior
- Bright White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER