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 Cadillac Escalade 4WD Premium Luxury
- MSRP Less Savings $94,904
- Miles
- 779
- Exterior
- Mahogany Metallic
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Cruze Sedan 2LT (Automatic)
- MSRP Less Savings $7,995
- Miles
- 151,799
- Exterior
- Black Granite Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter MFI D
Pre-Owned 2019 BMW 530i Sedan
- MSRP Less Savings $16,930
- Miles
- 120,766
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2022 Kia Forte LXS IVT
- MSRP Less Savings $17,450
- Miles
- 61,677
- Exterior
- Gravity Gray
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter MPI
Pre-Owned 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE 350 SUV
- MSRP Less Savings $17,806
- Miles
- 96,221
- Exterior
- Silver
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Mazda CX-5 FWD 4dr Auto Touring
- MSRP Less Savings $17,830
- Miles
- 49,458
- Exterior
- Crystal White Mica
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter GDI D
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD LTZ
- MSRP Less Savings $20,406
- Miles
- 132,308
- Exterior
- Champagne Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD LS
- MSRP Less Savings $21,506
- Miles
- 121,612
- Exterior
- Pepperdust Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI Premium Plus
- MSRP Less Savings $21,906
- Miles
- 58,776
- Exterior
- Ibis White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter TFSI
Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $22,106
- Miles
- 29,496
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
- Miles
- 23,199
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $22,506
- Miles
- 103,877
- Exterior
- Tungsten Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $22,651
- Miles
- 25,546
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
- Miles
- 21,594
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.2 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- MSRP Less Savings $23,506
- Miles
- 95,463
- Exterior
- Cajun Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Pre-Owned 2021 Dodge Challenger GT RWD
- MSRP Less Savings $23,506
- Miles
- 39,943
- Exterior
- Indigo Blue
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2022 Honda Civic Sedan Sport CVT
- MSRP Less Savings $23,506
- Miles
- 54,172
- Exterior
- Platinum White Pearl
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2021 Ford Bronco Sport Base 4x4
- MSRP Less Savings $23,806
- Miles
- 39,372
- Exterior
- Oxford White
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter Drago
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- MSRP Less Savings $23,995
- Miles
- 114,612
- Exterior
- Cajun Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Pre-Owned 2021 Subaru Forester Sport CVT
- MSRP Less Savings $24,106
- Miles
- 58,722
- Exterior
- Magnetite Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 Liters
Pre-Owned 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sedan
- MSRP Less Savings $24,751
- Miles
- 49,490
- Exterior
- White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 4dr LT w/1LT
- MSRP Less Savings $24,802
- Miles
- 17,794
- Exterior
- Iron Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Lincoln MKC Select FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $24,827
- Miles
- 33,304
- Exterior
- Iced Mocha Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2023 Toyota Camry LE Auto (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $24,930
- Miles
- 35,962
- Exterior
- Predawn Gray Mica
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter