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 Kia Optima S Auto
- AutoNation 1Price $13,441
- Miles
- 59,200
- Exterior
- Platinum Graphite
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter
Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Trax FWD LS
- AutoNation 1Price $14,442
- Miles
- 34,874
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Buick Enclave Leather FWD
- AutoNation 1Price $15,992
- Miles
- 75,052
- Exterior
- Quicksilver Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2017 Honda CR-V EX AWD
- AutoNation 1Price $16,312
- Miles
- 133,731
- Exterior
- Gunmetal Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Buick Encore Essence FWD
- AutoNation 1Price $16,994
- Miles
- 11,718
- Exterior
- Quicksilver Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Fastback
- AutoNation 1Price $18,991
- Miles
- 45,805
- Exterior
- Shadow Black
- Engine
- 2.3L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Maserati Ghibli 4dr Sdn S Q4
- AutoNation 1Price $19,991
- Miles
- 60,553
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.0L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2019 Honda Accord Sedan LX 1.5T CVT
- AutoNation 1Price $22,441
- Miles
- 20,633
- Exterior
- Modern Steel
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2019 Genesis G70 2.0T Sport RWD
- AutoNation 1Price $22,443
- Miles
- 37,231
- Exterior
- Casablanca White
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Double Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive SLT
- AutoNation 1Price $22,471
- Miles
- 128,702
- Exterior
- Stone Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2017 GMC Acadia FWD SLT-1
- AutoNation 1Price $22,992
- Miles
- 47,450
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Audi Q7 Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro
- AutoNation 1Price $24,442
- Miles
- 69,133
- Exterior
- Carrara White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter TFSI
Pre-Owned 2022 Buick Envision AWD 4dr Preferred
- AutoNation 1Price $24,445
- Miles
- 19,025
- Exterior
- Burnished Bronze Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive AT4
- AutoNation 1Price $35,991
- Miles
- 96,565
- Exterior
- Onyx Black
- Engine
- 5.3L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 400 Cabriolet
- AutoNation 1Price $36,662
- Miles
- 12,920
- Exterior
- Mars Red
- Engine
- 3.0L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2024 Ford Edge Titanium AWD
- AutoNation 1Price $36,772
- Miles
- 9,816
- Exterior
- Iconic Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive Denali
- AutoNation 1Price $42,992
- Miles
- 27,658
- Exterior
- Dark Slate Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Pre-Owned 2024 BMW XM XM Sports Activity Vehicle
- AutoNation 1Price $127,993
- Miles
- 5,341
- Exterior
- Carbon Black Metallic
- Engine
- 4.4 Liter Twin
Pre-Owned 2013 Honda Civic Sedan LX Automatic
- AutoNation 1Price $8,420
- Miles
- 172,065
- Exterior
- Gray
- Engine
- 1.8 Liter
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
Pre-Owned 2015 Audi A3 quattro 2.0T Premium Plus
- AutoNation 1Price $9,898
- Miles
- 118,385
- Exterior
- Brilliant Red
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter Turbo
Pre-Owned 2010 Lexus RX 350 AWD 4dr
- AutoNation 1Price $9,931
- Miles
- 164,189
- Exterior
- Starfire Pearl
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter DOHC