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 2021 Chevrolet Blazer LT AWD
- MSRP Less Savings $25,349
- Miles
- 19,064
- Exterior
- Pewter Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Double Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive LT 2FL
- MSRP Less Savings $37,495
- Miles
- 1,664
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive Z71
- MSRP Less Savings $41,249
- Miles
- 8,829
- Exterior
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 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 2014 Toyota Prius 5dr HB Three (GS)
- AutoNation 1Price $11,395
- Miles
- 134,930
- Exterior
- Barcelona Red Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8 Liter
Pre-Owned 2012 Toyota Camry 4dr Sdn I4 Auto LE (Natl)
- AutoNation 1Price $12,058
- Miles
- 75,742
- Exterior
- Barcelona Red Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Cruze Sedan LT (Automatic)
- AutoNation 1Price $13,295
- Miles
- 87,250
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
- AutoNation 1Price $14,995
- Miles
- 84,321
- Exterior
- Red
- Engine
- 5.7L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2002 Ford Thunderbird w/Hardtop Premium
- AutoNation 1Price $15,200
- Miles
- 36,331
- Exterior
- Torch Red
- Engine
- 3.9L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2016 Hyundai TUCSON FWD 4dr Limited
- AutoNation 1Price $16,395
- Miles
- 59,780
- Exterior
- Coliseum Gray
- Engine
- 1.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LT
- AutoNation 1Price $17,698
- Miles
- 124,093
- Exterior
- Red Rock Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Jeep Compass Latitude 4x4
- AutoNation 1Price $19,299
- Miles
- 51,636
- Exterior
- White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i Limited CVT
- AutoNation 1Price $20,349
- Miles
- 24,748
- Exterior
- Crystal White Pearl
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD LTZ
- AutoNation 1Price $22,995
- Miles
- 125,084
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2016 Cadillac ATS Coupe 3.6L V6 AWD Performance Collection
- AutoNation 1Price $23,495
- Miles
- 42,749
- Exterior
- Silver Coast Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2009 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 1LT
- AutoNation 1Price $25,698
- Miles
- 57,349
- Exterior
- Crystal Red Met Tintcoat
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ Z71
- AutoNation 1Price $25,995
- Miles
- 108,808
- Exterior
- Pepperdust Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2018 Ford F-150 XL 4WD SuperCrew 5.5' Box
- AutoNation 1Price $27,695
- Miles
- 57,673
- Exterior
- Race Red
- Engine
- 2.7 Liter
Pre-Owned 2017 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 Crew Cab 5'7" Box
- AutoNation 1Price $27,795
- Miles
- 78,887
- Exterior
- Bright White Clearcoat
- Engine
- 5.7 Liter Hemi
Pre-Owned 2020 Acura MDX FWD 7-Passenger
- AutoNation 1Price $28,698
- Miles
- 29,817
- Exterior
- Platinum White
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC Sedan
- AutoNation 1Price $28,990
- Miles
- 19,768
- Exterior
- Selenite Gray
- Engine
- 2.0L 4CYL TRUBO
Pre-Owned 2018 Ford Expedition Limited 4x4
- AutoNation 1Price $29,395
- Miles
- 86,876
- Exterior
- Stone Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter GTDI
Pre-Owned 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 550e Plug-In Hybrid Sedan
- AutoNation 1Price $29,967
- Miles
- 59,359
- Exterior
- designo Magno Alanite Grey (Matte Finish)
- Engine
- 3.0L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2024 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Fastback
- AutoNation 1Price $30,652
- Miles
- 4,036
- Exterior
- Shadow Black
- Engine
- 2.3L 4 Cyl