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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Demo Special Value (New) 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LT 1LT
- MSRP Less Savings $42,687
- Exterior
- Black
- Mileage
- N/A
- Engine
- 3L STRA 6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2014 Chevrolet Traverse FWD LT w/1LT
- AutoNation 1Price $9,987
- Miles
- 102,804
- Exterior
- White Diamond Tricoat
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT
- AutoNation 1Price $9,991
- Miles
- 101,364
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 2.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2013 Nissan Frontier 4WD Crew Cab SWB Auto SV
- AutoNation 1Price $12,344
- Miles
- 143,280
- Exterior
- Super Black
- Engine
- 4.0L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Ford Edge 4dr Titanium AWD
- AutoNation 1Price $12,471
- Miles
- 101,028
- Exterior
- Ingot Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Trax AWD LT
- AutoNation 1Price $13,331
- Miles
- 102,940
- Exterior
- Cajun Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2016 Buick LaCrosse FWD Leather
- AutoNation 1Price $14,442
- Miles
- 81,164
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Nissan Maxima S 3.5L *Ltd Avail*
- AutoNation 1Price $15,472
- Miles
- 52,962
- Exterior
- Storm Blue
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Limited FWD
- AutoNation 1Price $17,771
- Miles
- 102,266
- Exterior
- Velvet Red Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Equinox AWD LT
- AutoNation 1Price $17,773
- Miles
- 74,263
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Equinox AWD LT
- AutoNation 1Price $18,993
- Miles
- 29,403
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Traverse FWD 1LS
- AutoNation 1Price $19,412
- Miles
- 94,757
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2017 Ford Explorer XLT 4WD
- AutoNation 1Price $19,672
- Miles
- 36,084
- Exterior
- Magnetic Metallic
- Engine
- 2.3L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2022 Ford Edge Titanium AWD
- AutoNation 1Price $23,112
- Miles
- 24,755
- Exterior
- Iconic Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 4WD 1500 LT
- AutoNation 1Price $24,212
- Miles
- 120,384
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 5.3 LITER SIDI
Pre-Owned 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i Sports Activity Vehicle
- AutoNation 1Price $24,442
- Miles
- 69,986
- Exterior
- Glacier Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 3.0 Liter GDI D
Pre-Owned 2020 Acura MDX SH-AWD 7-Passenger w/Technology Pkg
- AutoNation 1Price $31,991
- Miles
- 28,693
- Exterior
- Platinum White Pearl
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4x4
- AutoNation 1Price $32,991
- Miles
- 57,367
- Exterior
- Black Clearcoat
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive Custom
- AutoNation 1Price $39,991
- Miles
- 4,071
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.7 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive RST
- AutoNation 1Price $48,315
- Miles
- 7,378
- Exterior
- Red Hot
- Engine
- 5.3L 8 Cyl
Pre-Owned 2015 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Chassis-Cabs 2WD Reg Cab 170" WB
- AutoNation 1Price $52,415
- Miles
- 4,634
- Exterior
- Arctic White
- Engine
- 3.0L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2008 BMW 335i Coupe
- AutoNation 1Price $8,495
- Miles
- 135,124
- Exterior
- Montego Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 3.0L STRA 6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2011 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sdn Auto LE (Natl)
- AutoNation 1Price $9,322
- Miles
- 107,340
- Exterior
- Classic Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8 LITER
Pre-Owned 2016 Hyundai ELANTRA 4dr Sdn Auto Value Edition
- AutoNation 1Price $9,799
- Miles
- 95,895
- Exterior
- Galactic Gray
- Engine
- 1.8 Liter MPI