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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Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer FWD 4dr ACTIV
- MSRP Less Savings $22,522
- Miles
- 38,276
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 1.3 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Blazer FWD 4dr LT w/1LT Redline Edition
- MSRP Less Savings $24,422
- Miles
- 37,183
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- MSRP Less Savings $38,922
- Miles
- 27,426
- Exterior
- Dark Ash Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Convertible 2LT
- MSRP Less Savings $40,522
- Miles
- 1,152
- Exterior
- Sharkskin Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Coupe 1SS
- MSRP Less Savings $44,322
- Miles
- 13,133
- Exterior
- Rapid Blue
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Cadillac XT6 FWD 4dr Premium Luxury
- MSRP Less Savings $53,822
- Miles
- 7,168
- Exterior
- Stellar Black Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive High Country
- MSRP Less Savings $63,925
- Miles
- 930
- Exterior
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 3.0L STRA 6 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT
- MSRP Less Savings $91,922
- Miles
- 461
- Exterior
- Carbon Flash Metallic
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter
Pre-Owned 2005 Toyota Sequoia 4dr Limited 4WD (Natl)
- MSRP Less Savings $6,923
- Miles
- 249,429
- Exterior
- Phantom Gray Pearl
- Engine
- 4.7 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT Wagon
- MSRP Less Savings $7,223
- Miles
- 144,126
- Exterior
- Billet Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2016 Ford Fusion 4dr Sdn S FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $8,990
- Miles
- 122,050
- Exterior
- Ingot Silver
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2017 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV Sedan
- MSRP Less Savings $9,622
- Miles
- 138,415
- Exterior
- Super Black
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Ford Escape SE FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $10,922
- Miles
- 116,223
- Exterior
- Ingot Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter GTDI
Pre-Owned 2014 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Cpe LS w/2LS
- MSRP Less Savings $11,722
- Miles
- 145,619
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2019 Nissan Sentra SV CVT
- MSRP Less Savings $12,622
- Miles
- 93,726
- Exterior
- Brilliant Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8 Liter
Pre-Owned 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Extended Cab Long Box 4-Wheel Drive Work Truck
- MSRP Less Savings $12,995
- Miles
- 170,288
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 6.0L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD 1500 LS
- MSRP Less Savings $13,923
- Miles
- 132,481
- Exterior
- Black Granite Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SFI
Pre-Owned 2018 Nissan Rogue FWD SL
- MSRP Less Savings $14,322
- Miles
- 99,860
- Exterior
- Brilliant Silver
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2017 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4x4
- MSRP Less Savings $15,422
- Miles
- 116,493
- Exterior
- Diamond Black Crystal Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 3.2 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2016 Cadillac XTS 3.6L V6 FWD Premium
- MSRP Less Savings $15,487
- Miles
- 104,079
- Exterior
- Red Passion Tintcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan SE Wagon
- MSRP Less Savings $15,522
- Miles
- 58,969
- Exterior
- Black Onyx Crystal Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter
- Miles
- 168,923
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 6.0L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive WT
- MSRP Less Savings $16,622
- Miles
- 142,873
- Exterior
- Cherry Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 Ford Explorer Limited FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $16,622
- Miles
- 112,641
- Exterior
- White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter Ti-VC