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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Demo Special Value (New) 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom
- MSRP Less Savings $36,490
- Exterior
- Slate Gray Metallic
- Mileage
- 5,912
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom
- MSRP Less Savings $37,990
- Exterior
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Mileage
- 6,193
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Colorado WT
- MSRP Less Savings $20,992
- Miles
- 74,992
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Trax 1RS
- MSRP Less Savings $21,791
- Miles
- 27,959
- Exterior
- Crimson Metallic
- Engine
- 1.2 Liter Turbo
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Equinox RS
- MSRP Less Savings $26,991
- Miles
- 21,887
- Exterior
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT
- MSRP Less Savings $30,791
- Miles
- 48,030
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom
- MSRP Less Savings $32,995
- Miles
- 49,228
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 2.7 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom
- MSRP Less Savings $36,492
- Miles
- 23,500
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ
- MSRP Less Savings $39,791
- Miles
- 57,428
- Exterior
- Shadow Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2
- MSRP Less Savings $47,991
- Miles
- 560
- Exterior
- Glacier Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 2LT
- MSRP Less Savings $63,991
- Miles
- 54,568
- Exterior
- Rapid Blue
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 3LT
- MSRP Less Savings $70,992
- Miles
- 5,201
- Exterior
- Torch Red
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Cruze LT
- MSRP Less Savings $5,791
- Miles
- 158,234
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter MFI D
Pre-Owned 2014 Subaru Impreza Wagon 2.0i Sport Premium
- MSRP Less Savings $5,791
- Miles
- 198,023
- Exterior
- Crystal Black Silica
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2005 Mercury Mariner Luxury
- MSRP Less Savings $5,791
- Miles
- 60,145
- Exterior
- Charcoal Beige Metallic
- Engine
- 3.0 Liter Durat
- Miles
- 116,790
- Exterior
- Crystal Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2014 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ
- MSRP Less Savings $8,991
- Miles
- 130,727
- Exterior
- Tungsten Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter SIDI
- Miles
- 104,120
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan S
- MSRP Less Savings $10,993
- Miles
- 86,772
- Exterior
- Deep Black Pearl
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2019 Chevrolet Malibu LS
- MSRP Less Savings $12,491
- Miles
- 86,249
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2015 Ford Taurus SEL
- MSRP Less Savings $12,492
- Miles
- 71,813
- Exterior
- Magnetic Metallic
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter TiVCT
Pre-Owned 2016 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD WT
- MSRP Less Savings $15,491
- Miles
- 91,751
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
- Miles
- 48,780
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2017 GMC Acadia SLT
- MSRP Less Savings $15,992
- Miles
- 103,633
- Exterior
- Iridium Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL