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 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive RST All Star Edition Plus
- MSRP Less Savings $39,999
- Miles
- 32,970
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.0L STRA 6 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ
- MSRP Less Savings $44,295
- Miles
- 39,725
- Exterior
- Cherry Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive High Country
- MSRP Less Savings $49,995
- Miles
- 21,151
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD High Country
- MSRP Less Savings $57,995
- Miles
- 50,467
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 1LT
- MSRP Less Savings $71,595
- Miles
- 5,061
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Ford Fusion Energi 4dr Sdn SE Luxury
- MSRP Less Savings $8,995
- Miles
- 129,783
- Exterior
- Magnetic
- Engine
- FUSION
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 1LT
- MSRP Less Savings $10,595
- Miles
- 110,245
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2013 Hyundai VELOSTER 3dr Cpe Auto w/Black Int
- MSRP Less Savings $10,995
- Miles
- 125,550
- Exterior
- Century White
- Engine
- 1.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sdn CVT Auto LE (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $11,679
- Miles
- 125,949
- Exterior
- Slate Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2012 Ford Mustang 2dr Cpe V6
- MSRP Less Savings $12,324
- Miles
- 96,655
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.7 LITER
Pre-Owned 2015 MINI Cooper Hardtop 4 Door
- MSRP Less Savings $12,991
- Miles
- 62,075
- Exterior
- Volcanic Orange
- Engine
- 1.5L 3 CYL
Pre-Owned 2007 Nissan Frontier 2WD King Cab Long Bed V6 Automatic NISMO
- MSRP Less Savings $12,995
- Miles
- 88,882
- Exterior
- Avalanche
- Engine
- 4.0 Liter Gas
Pre-Owned 2016 Hyundai SONATA 4dr Sdn 2.4L SE PZEV
- MSRP Less Savings $13,506
- Miles
- 57,036
- Exterior
- Shale Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf 4dr HB SEL Premium
- MSRP Less Savings $13,995
- Miles
- 81,399
- Exterior
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Engine
- ELECTRIC
Pre-Owned 2015 Subaru Forester 2.0XT Touring
- MSRP Less Savings $13,995
- Miles
- 122,355
- Exterior
- Quartz Blue Pearl
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Chevrolet Volt 5dr HB Premier
- MSRP Less Savings $14,995
- Miles
- 93,284
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2013 Nissan Frontier 2WD Crew Cab LWB Auto SL
- MSRP Less Savings $14,997
- Miles
- 116,356
- Exterior
- Super Black
- Engine
- 4.0L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Hyundai TUCSON SE Plus FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $15,614
- Miles
- 62,408
- Exterior
- Black Noir Pearl
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.4L Auto
- MSRP Less Savings $15,995
- Miles
- 56,876
- Exterior
- Frost White Pearl
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Chevrolet Blazer FWD RS
- MSRP Less Savings $16,995
- Miles
- 121,736
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 BMW 528i xDrive Sedan
- MSRP Less Savings $16,995
- Miles
- 72,419
- Exterior
- Alpine White
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2020 Ram 1500 Classic Tradesman 4x2 Reg Cab 8' Box
- MSRP Less Savings $16,999
- Miles
- 70,856
- Exterior
- Bright White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Premium (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $17,995
- Miles
- 134,556
- Exterior
- Blizzard Pearl
- Engine
- 1.8L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron 1.4 TFSI PHEV Tech Premium Plus
- MSRP Less Savings $18,994
- Miles
- 85,221
- Exterior
- White
- Engine
- 1.4L 4 CYL