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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Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
- AutoNation Price $21,911
- Miles
- 26,558
- Exterior
- Mineral Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Buick Enclave Avenir FWD
- AutoNation Price $30,963
- Miles
- 45,323
- Exterior
- Dark Slate Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Custom Rally Edition
- AutoNation Price $31,415
- Miles
- 72,530
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 2.7 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 GMC Terrain AWD 4dr Denali
- AutoNation Price $31,698
- Miles
- 19,486
- Exterior
- Volcanic Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 1.8
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Blazer RS FWD
- AutoNation Price $39,989
- Miles
- 8,095
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD LT
- AutoNation Price $55,955
- Miles
- 40,579
- Exterior
- Midnight Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Pre-Owned 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee RWD 4dr Laredo
- AutoNation Price $10,991
- Miles
- 146,542
- Exterior
- Billet Silver Metallic Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2017 Kia Forte LX Auto
- AutoNation Price $10,997
- Miles
- 115,000
- Exterior
- Aurora Black
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Kia Forte LX Auto
- AutoNation Price $11,780
- Miles
- 102,051
- Exterior
- Deep Sea Blue
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2015 Scion tC 2dr HB Man (Natl)
- AutoNation Price $13,995
- Miles
- 41,407
- Exterior
- Blizzard Pearl
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2013 Mazda CX-5 FWD 4dr Auto Grand Touring
- AutoNation Price $14,991
- Miles
- 88,945
- Exterior
- Zeal Red Mica
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Trax FWD LS
- AutoNation Price $15,599
- Miles
- 44,575
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 2WD 1500 LTZ
- AutoNation Price $15,913
- Miles
- 139,176
- Exterior
- White Diamond Tricoat
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SFI
Pre-Owned 2021 Hyundai VENUE SE IVT
- AutoNation Price $15,991
- Miles
- 59,535
- Exterior
- Galactic Gray
- Engine
- 1.6 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Conv Hard Top Auto Club
- AutoNation Price $16,987
- Miles
- 64,641
- Exterior
- True Red
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2019 Chevrolet Trax FWD 4dr LT
- AutoNation Price $16,992
- Miles
- 20,010
- Exterior
- Cajun Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2020 Kia Soul GT-Line IVT
- AutoNation Price $17,911
- Miles
- 48,189
- Exterior
- Inferno Red
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT Wagon
- AutoNation Price $18,998
- Miles
- 57,797
- Exterior
- Granite Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2016 BMW X3 xDrive35i AWD 4dr SAV
- AutoNation Price $20,991
- Miles
- 51,155
- Exterior
- White
- Engine
- 3.0 Liter GDI D
Pre-Owned 2019 Ram 1500 Classic Lone Star Silver 4x2 Crew Cab 5'7" Box
- AutoNation Price $20,991
- Miles
- 129,000
- Exterior
- Blue Streak Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 5.7L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 GMC Yukon XL 2WD 4dr Denali
- AutoNation Price $22,590
- Miles
- 142,324
- Exterior
- Quicksilver Metallic
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2022 Honda HR-V Sport 2WD CVT
- AutoNation Price $22,998
- Miles
- 15,459
- Exterior
- Gray
- Engine
- 1.8 LITER
Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Coupe 1LT
- AutoNation Price $23,930
- Miles
- 57,057
- Exterior
- Riverside Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Ford F-150 4WD SuperCrew 5-1/2 Ft Box XLT
- AutoNation Price $25,998
- Miles
- 72,377
- Exterior
- Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter GTDI