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 GMC Terrain AWD 4dr SLT
- MSRP Less Savings $34,348
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Mileage
- 3,501
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2023 GMC Terrain AWD 4dr AT4
- MSRP Less Savings $36,248
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Mileage
- N/A
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive Elevation 3SB
- MSRP Less Savings $51,408
- Exterior
- Sterling Metallic
- Mileage
- 5,011
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Blazer LT FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $34,501
- Miles
- 520
- Exterior
- Radiant Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD Premier
- MSRP Less Savings $65,422
- Miles
- 32,333
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Pre-Owned 2010 Honda Civic Sedan LX Automatic
- MSRP Less Savings $9,196
- Miles
- 119,020
- Exterior
- Urban Titanium Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8 Liter
Pre-Owned 2011 Toyota RAV4 FWD 4dr 4-cyl 4-Spd AT (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $9,888
- Miles
- 171,000
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.5L 4 CYL
- Miles
- 137,424
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto SE (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $13,798
- Miles
- 104,998
- Exterior
- Celestial Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Buick Encore Preferred FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $15,202
- Miles
- 58,393
- Exterior
- White Frost Tricoat
- Engine
- 1.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 GMC Yukon XL 4WD 4dr Denali
- MSRP Less Savings $15,521
- Miles
- 225,699
- Exterior
- White Frost Tricoat
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2014 Toyota RAV4 FWD 4dr XLE (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $16,345
- Miles
- 83,521
- Exterior
- Barcelona Red Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2014 Ram 1500 4WD Crew Cab 5.7 Ft Box Big Horn
- MSRP Less Savings $17,884
- Miles
- 117,450
- Exterior
- Bright White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2020 Nissan Rogue AWD S
- MSRP Less Savings $19,700
- Miles
- 51,507
- Exterior
- Glacier White
- Engine
- 170-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder
Pre-Owned 2019 Honda Civic Sedan LX CVT
- MSRP Less Savings $19,888
- Miles
- 43,621
- Exterior
- White
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER
Pre-Owned 2020 GMC Terrain FWD Denali
- MSRP Less Savings $22,659
- Miles
- 47,607
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2021 Ford Escape SE AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $23,888
- Miles
- 31,130
- Exterior
- Agate Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter Drago
Pre-Owned 2022 Jeep Compass Latitude FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $25,444
- Miles
- 20,722
- Exterior
- Velvet Red Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter
Pre-Owned 2023 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred Package AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $26,888
- Miles
- 26,462
- Exterior
- Rhodium White Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 LITER
Pre-Owned 2023 Ford Edge SEL AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $26,948
- Miles
- 30,489
- Exterior
- Iconic Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER GTDI
Pre-Owned 2021 BMW 330e Plug-In Hybrid North America
- MSRP Less Savings $27,088
- Miles
- 28,441
- Exterior
- Alpine White
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER TURBO
Pre-Owned 2021 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $27,888
- Miles
- 13,995
- Exterior
- Soul Red Crystal Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2023 GMC Terrain AWD 4dr AT4
- MSRP Less Savings $31,500
- Miles
- 20,030
- Exterior
- Volcanic Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 1.8
Pre-Owned 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive SLT
- MSRP Less Savings $33,574
- Miles
- 56,292
- Exterior
- White Frost Tricoat
- Engine
- 5.3L 8 CYL