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) 2024 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- AutoNation Price $24,090
- Exterior
- Riptide Blue Metallic
- Mileage
- 5,529
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2024 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- AutoNation Price $24,315
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Mileage
- 4,916
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Custom
- AutoNation Price $31,345
- Exterior
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Mileage
- 6,237
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Custom
- AutoNation Price $31,345
- Exterior
- Red Hot
- Mileage
- 3,904
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- AutoNation Price $37,740
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Mileage
- 6,347
- Engine
- 5.3L 8 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Custom
- AutoNation Price $42,070
- Exterior
- Slate Gray Metallic
- Mileage
- 8,483
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Traverse FWD 1LZ Redline Edition
- AutoNation Price $32,598
- Miles
- 43,349
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LT 1LT
- AutoNation Price $44,995
- Miles
- 1,422
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.7 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD LS
- AutoNation Price $46,985
- Miles
- 35,405
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible 1LT
- AutoNation Price $74,985
- Miles
- 4,706
- Exterior
- Arctic White
- Engine
- 6.2 LITER
Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT
- AutoNation Price $77,998
- Miles
- 5,755
- Exterior
- Torch Red
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible 3LT
- AutoNation Price $86,495
- Miles
- 7,073
- Exterior
- Ceramic Matrix Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 6.2 LITER
Pre-Owned 2013 Nissan LEAF 4dr HB SV
- AutoNation Price $4,998
- Miles
- 101,063
- Exterior
- Brilliant Silver
- Engine
- ELECTRIC
Pre-Owned 2016 Jeep Patriot FWD 4dr Latitude
- AutoNation Price $10,585
- Miles
- 81,769
- Exterior
- Bright White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter
Pre-Owned 2014 Toyota Corolla 4dr Sdn CVT Auto LE (Natl)
- AutoNation Price $11,177
- Miles
- 91,401
- Exterior
- Classic Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport FWD 4dr 2.4
- AutoNation Price $11,702
- Miles
- 95,123
- Exterior
- Platinum Graphite
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2013 Acura RDX FWD with Technology Package
- AutoNation Price $12,974
- Miles
- 72,143
- Exterior
- Silver Moon
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback LT (Automatic)
- AutoNation Price $13,998
- Miles
- 50,301
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Toyota Yaris Sedan L Auto (Natl)
- AutoNation Price $14,498
- Miles
- 62,317
- Exterior
- Stealth
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Honda HR-V 2WD EX CVT
- AutoNation Price $14,925
- Miles
- 89,710
- Exterior
- Deep Ocean Pearl
- Engine
- 1.8L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive WT
- AutoNation Price $15,985
- Miles
- 119,876
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.5 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2014 Ford Mustang 2dr Cpe V6 Premium
- AutoNation Price $15,995
- Miles
- 43,798
- Exterior
- Deep Impact Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 3.7 Liter
Pre-Owned 2016 Ram 1500 2WD Quad Cab 6.4 Ft Box Big Horn
- AutoNation Price $18,485
- Miles
- 81,256
- Exterior
- Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 5.7 Liter Hemi
Pre-Owned 2021 Nissan Sentra SV CVT
- AutoNation Price $18,498
- Miles
- 10,701
- Exterior
- Fresh Powder
- Engine
- 149-hp 2.0-liter 4-cylinder