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.
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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 Buick Encore GX Preferred FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $27,390
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Mileage
- 6,818
- Engine
- ECOTEC 1.2L Turbo engine
Pre-Owned 2016 Mazda Mazda6 4dr Sdn Auto i Grand Touring
- MSRP Less Savings $14,351
- Miles
- 99,038
- Exterior
- Titanium Flash Mica
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2019 Ford Escape SE FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $15,991
- Miles
- 60,774
- Exterior
- Oxford White
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER GTDI
Pre-Owned 2021 Buick Encore Preferred AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $16,992
- Miles
- 54,851
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 1.4 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2022 Buick Encore GX Select FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $19,991
- Miles
- 28,491
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 1.3 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2022 Buick Encore GX Select FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $20,992
- Miles
- 9,209
- Exterior
- Rosewood Metallic
- Engine
- 1.3 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2022 Nissan Murano FWD S
- MSRP Less Savings $20,993
- Miles
- 19,439
- Exterior
- Gun Metallic
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2022 Toyota Prius LE (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $21,991
- Miles
- 51,642
- Exterior
- Midnight Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8 Liter
Pre-Owned 2021 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $23,991
- Miles
- 26,037
- Exterior
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 220 Sedan
- MSRP Less Savings $23,992
- Miles
- 32,689
- Exterior
- Mountain Grey Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2021 Buick Envision AWD 4dr Preferred
- MSRP Less Savings $24,991
- Miles
- 18,974
- Exterior
- Dark Moon Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2020 Honda Civic Hatchback Sport Touring CVT
- MSRP Less Savings $24,991
- Miles
- 40,596
- Exterior
- Platinum White Pearl
- Engine
- 1.5 Liters
Pre-Owned 2022 Cadillac XT6 FWD 4dr Premium Luxury
- MSRP Less Savings $29,991
- Miles
- 56,869
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4WD (GS)
- MSRP Less Savings $31,992
- Miles
- 70,236
- Exterior
- Classic Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 4.0 LITER
Pre-Owned 2020 Ford Expedition Max XLT 4x4
- MSRP Less Savings $37,992
- Miles
- 54,082
- Exterior
- Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter GTDI
Pre-Owned 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive SLT
- MSRP Less Savings $41,991
- Miles
- 61,116
- Exterior
- Dark Sky Metallic
- Engine
- 6.2 LITER
Pre-Owned 2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon 4x4
- MSRP Less Savings $42,991
- Miles
- 24,477
- Exterior
- Black Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Crew Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive Denali
- MSRP Less Savings $43,993
- Miles
- 131,520
- Exterior
- Dark Slate Metallic
- Engine
- 6.6 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2023 Kia Telluride SX Prestige X-Pro AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $45,991
- Miles
- 15,404
- Exterior
- Ebony Black
- Engine
- 3.8 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2024 Toyota Tundra 4WD 4WD Limited Hybrid CrewMax 5.5' Bed (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $61,991
- Miles
- 2,679
- Exterior
- Lunar Rock
- Engine
- 3.4 Liter Twin
Pre-Owned 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive AT4X
- MSRP Less Savings $62,992
- Miles
- 29,685
- Exterior
- Desert Sand Metallic
- Engine
- 6.2 LITER
Pre-Owned 2024 GMC Yukon XL 4WD 4dr SLT
- MSRP Less Savings $67,991
- Miles
- 9,951
- Exterior
- Onyx Black
- Engine
- 5.3L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2022 Ford F-150 Raptor 4WD SuperCrew 5.5' Box
- MSRP Less Savings $69,993
- Miles
- 30,730
- Exterior
- Code Orange Metallic
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter GTDI
Pre-Owned 2022 Ram 1500 TRX 4x4 Crew Cab 5'7" Box
- MSRP Less Savings $80,993
- Miles
- 20,892
- Exterior
- Diamond Black Crys
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter Super