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 2023 Cadillac XT5 FWD 4dr Premium Luxury
- MSRP Less Savings $39,968
- Miles
- 14,136
- Exterior
- Wilder Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2007 Lexus IS 250 4dr Sport Sedan Auto RWD
- MSRP Less Savings $8,495
- Miles
- 144,956
- Exterior
- Tungsten Pearl
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 350 Luxury Sedan
- MSRP Less Savings $8,995
- Miles
- 164,998
- Exterior
- Arctic White
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Dodge Dart 4dr Sdn SE
- MSRP Less Savings $9,968
- Miles
- 65,962
- Exterior
- Laser Blue Pearl Coat
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER
Pre-Owned 2015 Ford Expedition EL 2WD 4dr XLT
- MSRP Less Savings $12,998
- Miles
- 143,119
- Exterior
- Magnetic Metallic
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter GTDI
Pre-Owned 2018 Ford Escape SE FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $13,998
- Miles
- 76,697
- Exterior
- Lightning Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT
- MSRP Less Savings $15,595
- Miles
- 73,133
- Exterior
- Blue Velvet Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Mazda Mazda3 5dr HB Auto s Grand Touring
- MSRP Less Savings $16,598
- Miles
- 62,835
- Exterior
- Jet Black Mica
- Engine
- 2.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross ES S-AWC
- MSRP Less Savings $17,498
- Miles
- 74,041
- Exterior
- Mercury Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $17,985
- Miles
- 78,030
- Exterior
- Chocolate Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport HSE 4WD
- MSRP Less Savings $17,998
- Miles
- 76,171
- Exterior
- Indus Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Premium CVT
- MSRP Less Savings $18,296
- Miles
- 78,300
- Exterior
- Dark Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2017 Cadillac XT5 FWD 4dr
- MSRP Less Savings $18,968
- Miles
- 73,624
- Exterior
- Crystal White Tricoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Chevrolet Volt 5dr HB LT
- MSRP Less Savings $18,994
- Miles
- 42,682
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2004 Cadillac XLR 2dr Convertible
- MSRP Less Savings $19,968
- Miles
- 49,493
- Exterior
- Silver/gray
- Engine
- 4.6L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2019 Jeep Compass Limited 4x4
- MSRP Less Savings $19,989
- Miles
- 58,295
- Exterior
- White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 2.4 LITER
Pre-Owned 2020 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5L
- MSRP Less Savings $20,768
- Miles
- 84,365
- Exterior
- Super Black
- Engine
- 3.5 LITER
Pre-Owned 2017 Cadillac XT5 FWD 4dr Luxury
- MSRP Less Savings $21,498
- Miles
- 50,988
- Exterior
- Dark Granite Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Honda CR-V EX-L 2WD
- MSRP Less Savings $22,992
- Miles
- 60,165
- Exterior
- Silver/gray
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2022 Volkswagen Taos SE FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $22,994
- Miles
- 21,697
- Exterior
- Pyrite Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER TSI
Pre-Owned 2013 Toyota Tundra 2WD Truck 2WD CrewMax Short Bed 5.7L (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $23,441
- Miles
- 86,891
- Exterior
- Silver Sky Metallic
- Engine
- 5.7L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LS
- MSRP Less Savings $24,968
- Miles
- 18,713
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2019 Ford Ranger XLT 4WD SuperCrew 5' Box
- MSRP Less Savings $26,968
- Miles
- 87,779
- Exterior
- Shadow Black
- Engine
- 2.3 Liter TIVCT
Pre-Owned 2021 Dodge Charger SXT AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $26,985
- Miles
- 27,483
- Exterior
- Hellraisin
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter