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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Pre-Owned 2007 Saturn Aura 4dr Sdn XE
- MSRP Less Savings $6,995
- Miles
- 73,702
- Exterior
- Green
- Engine
- 3.5L 6 cyl
Pre-Owned 2016 Ford Fusion 4dr Sdn S FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $9,991
- Miles
- 109,252
- Exterior
- Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- Engine
- 2.5 LITER
Pre-Owned 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport AWD 4dr 2.4
- MSRP Less Savings $10,572
- Miles
- 135,484
- Exterior
- Mineral Gray
- Engine
- 2.4L 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 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 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander LE FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $13,949
- Miles
- 82,707
- Exterior
- Labrador Black Metallic
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter MIVEC
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 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 2018 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $14,972
- Miles
- 75,725
- Exterior
- Nightfall Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
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 Hyundai KONA SEL 2.0L Auto
- MSRP Less Savings $15,450
- Miles
- 71,295
- Exterior
- Sonic Silver
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Toyota RAV4 LE FWD (GS)
- MSRP Less Savings $15,680
- Miles
- 112,360
- Exterior
- Electric Storm Blue
- Engine
- 2.5L 4 CYL
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 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 2021 Kia Forte LXS IVT
- MSRP Less Savings $15,995
- Miles
- 32,359
- Exterior
- Deep Sea Blue
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter MPI
Pre-Owned 2019 Hyundai VELOSTER 2.0 Premium Auto
- MSRP Less Savings $15,998
- Miles
- 42,523
- Exterior
- Chalk White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
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 2017 Kia Niro Touring Launch Edition FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $16,595
- Miles
- 74,719
- Exterior
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Engine
- 1.6 LITER
Pre-Owned 2016 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Limited CVT
- MSRP Less Savings $16,995
- Miles
- 78,219
- Exterior
- Dark Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
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 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4x2
- MSRP Less Savings $16,998
- Miles
- 93,670
- Exterior
- Bright White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER
Pre-Owned 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $17,998
- Miles
- 62,303
- Exterior
- Vesuvio Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER TURBO