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 (Used) 2023 Buick Envision AWD 4dr Preferred
- AutoNation Price $30,249
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Mileage
- 4,901
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2010 MINI Cooper S Hardtop S
- AutoNation Price $7,999
- Miles
- 98,696
- Exterior
- Chili Red
- Engine
- 1.6L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD 4dr Laredo
- AutoNation Price $13,999
- Miles
- 111,104
- Exterior
- Maximum Steel Metallic Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter MPI D
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ Z71
- AutoNation Price $17,999
- Miles
- 172,194
- Exterior
- Tungsten Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2014 Lexus RX 350 AWD 4dr
- AutoNation Price $18,092
- Miles
- 95,781
- Exterior
- Stargazer Black
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter
- Miles
- 53,620
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Equinox AWD LT
- AutoNation Price $21,999
- Miles
- 31,160
- Exterior
- Nightfall Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2022 Nissan Rogue AWD SV
- AutoNation Price $21,999
- Miles
- 31,633
- Exterior
- Brilliant Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER
Pre-Owned 2021 BMW X3 xDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicle
- AutoNation Price $22,999
- Miles
- 94,357
- Exterior
- Alpine White
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER TURBO
Pre-Owned 2022 Volvo XC40 T5 AWD Momentum
- AutoNation Price $22,999
- Miles
- 74,334
- Exterior
- Onyx Black Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER TURBO
Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Equinox AWD 4dr LT w/2FL
- AutoNation Price $23,999
- Miles
- 18,149
- Exterior
- Blue Glow Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2023 Buick Encore GX Essence AWD
- AutoNation Price $24,999
- Miles
- 22,567
- Exterior
- White Frost Tricoat
- Engine
- 1.3L
Pre-Owned 2021 Ford Ranger XLT 4WD SuperCrew 5' Box
- AutoNation Price $24,999
- Miles
- 80,295
- Exterior
- Cactus Gray
- Engine
- 2.3 Liter TIVCT
Pre-Owned 2017 Lexus NX Turbo AWD
- AutoNation Price $24,999
- Miles
- 42,312
- Exterior
- Atomic Silver
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2022 GMC Acadia AWD SLT
- AutoNation Price $25,999
- Miles
- 24,841
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 Lexus GX 460 Luxury 4WD
- AutoNation Price $28,999
- Miles
- 99,596
- Exterior
- Starfire Pearl
- Engine
- 4.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Dodge Durango R/T AWD
- AutoNation Price $30,999
- Miles
- 49,883
- Exterior
- White Knuckle Clearcoat
- Engine
- 5.7 Liter
Pre-Owned 2021 Volvo XC60 Recharge T8 eAWD PHEV R-Design
- AutoNation Price $30,999
- Miles
- 70,169
- Exterior
- Ice White
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee High Altitude 4x4
- AutoNation Price $31,999
- Miles
- 52,232
- Exterior
- Slate Blue Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 5.7 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport Double Cab 5' Bed V6 4x4 AT (Natl)
- AutoNation Price $31,999
- Miles
- 57,463
- Exterior
- Silver Sky Metallic
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Laredo 4x4
- AutoNation Price $33,999
- Miles
- 26,206
- Exterior
- Baltic Gray Metallic Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER
Pre-Owned 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport Double Cab 5' Bed V6 4x4 AT (Natl)
- AutoNation Price $36,999
- Miles
- 36,746
- Exterior
- Magnetic Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2020 Lincoln Aviator Black Label AWD
- AutoNation Price $39,999
- Miles
- 41,742
- Exterior
- Infinite Black Metallic
- Engine
- 3.0 LITER GTDI
Pre-Owned 2021 Ford Bronco Badlands 4 Door Advanced 4x4
- AutoNation Price $44,999
- Miles
- 37,804
- Exterior
- Cactus Gray
- Engine
- 2.7 Liter DOHC