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 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE 2.4 CVT
- MSRP Less Savings $8,995
- Miles
- 156,294
- Exterior
- Labrador Black Metallic
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2014 Ford Escape FWD 4dr SE
- MSRP Less Savings $9,925
- Miles
- 133,968
- Exterior
- Deep Impact Blue
- Engine
- 1.6 Liter Ti-VC
Pre-Owned 2017 Chevrolet Impala LS
- MSRP Less Savings $12,907
- Miles
- 98,768
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class GLA 250 SUV
- MSRP Less Savings $13,406
- Miles
- 110,031
- Exterior
- Cirrus White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 250 Coupe
- MSRP Less Savings $13,901
- Miles
- 121,312
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2020 Nissan Kicks SR FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $18,172
- Miles
- 46,453
- Exterior
- Aspen White Tricoat
- Engine
- 122-hp 1.6-liter 4-cylinder
Pre-Owned 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport FWD SV
- MSRP Less Savings $18,990
- Miles
- 34,903
- Exterior
- Pearl White Tricoat
- Engine
- 141-hp 2.0-liter 4-cylinder
Pre-Owned 2017 Buick LaCrosse FWD Premium
- MSRP Less Savings $19,900
- Miles
- 66,571
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LT Z71
- MSRP Less Savings $20,406
- Miles
- 144,890
- Exterior
- Victory Red
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2019 Nissan Murano FWD SL
- MSRP Less Savings $22,806
- Miles
- 50,481
- Exterior
- Gun Metallic
- Engine
- 260-hp 3.5-liter 6-cylinder
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- MSRP Less Savings $23,506
- Miles
- 103,775
- Exterior
- Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $23,990
- Miles
- 11,317
- Exterior
- Blue Glow Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 BMW X3 sDrive30i Sports Activity Vehicle
- MSRP Less Savings $24,106
- Miles
- 51,684
- Exterior
- Glacier Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2023 Buick Encore GX Select FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $24,506
- Miles
- 11,080
- Exterior
- Moonstone Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.3 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2021 GMC Terrain FWD SLT
- MSRP Less Savings $25,450
- Miles
- 24,708
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 GMC Canyon Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive SLE
- MSRP Less Savings $26,904
- Miles
- 42,108
- Exterior
- Onyx Black
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Blazer LT FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $27,804
- Miles
- 9,133
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Ram 1500 Big Horn/Lone Star 4x2 Crew Cab 5'7" Box
- MSRP Less Savings $28,106
- Miles
- 61,103
- Exterior
- Delmonico Red Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 5.7 Liter
Pre-Owned 2022 GMC Acadia AWD AT4
- MSRP Less Savings $28,806
- Miles
- 73,495
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2023 GMC Terrain AWD 4dr AT4
- MSRP Less Savings $29,506
- Miles
- 10,411
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 1.8
Pre-Owned 2021 Buick Enclave Avenir FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $32,995
- Miles
- 42,337
- Exterior
- White Frost Tricoat
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 Toyota Tundra 4WD 4WD SR5 CrewMax 5.5' Bed 5.7L FFV (SE)
- MSRP Less Savings $33,106
- Miles
- 71,421
- Exterior
- Quicksand
- Engine
- 5.7 Liter
Pre-Owned 2021 Buick Enclave Avenir FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $33,506
- Miles
- 35,239
- Exterior
- White Frost Tricoat
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited 4x4
- MSRP Less Savings $35,827
- Miles
- 47,716
- Exterior
- Bright White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter