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 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Custom
- AutoNation Price $45,845
- Exterior
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Mileage
- 6,237
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Malibu 4dr Sdn LS w/1LS
- AutoNation Price $20,598
- Miles
- 22,589
- Exterior
- Dark Ash Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 GMC Terrain FWD SLE
- AutoNation Price $23,695
- Miles
- 38,378
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive WT Custom Special Edition
- AutoNation Price $27,995
- Miles
- 20,387
- Exterior
- Bright Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Custom
- AutoNation Price $27,995
- Miles
- 40,326
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 2.7 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Z71 Trail Runner Special Edition
- AutoNation Price $29,061
- Miles
- 55,689
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT All Star Edition
- AutoNation Price $32,491
- Miles
- 34,321
- Exterior
- Northsky Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive RST All Star Edition
- AutoNation Price $32,985
- Miles
- 65,657
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT All Star Edition
- AutoNation Price $33,269
- Miles
- 22,248
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LTZ
- AutoNation Price $35,995
- Miles
- 50,520
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LTZ
- AutoNation Price $38,888
- Miles
- 50,288
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive Custom
- AutoNation Price $41,995
- Miles
- 496
- Exterior
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.7 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2011 Jeep Patriot FWD 4dr Latitude X
- AutoNation Price $8,695
- Miles
- 113,471
- Exterior
- Dark Charcoal Pearl
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter
Pre-Owned 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 350 Sport Sedan
- AutoNation Price $8,985
- Miles
- 112,252
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2012 Honda Accord Sedan LX Automatic
- AutoNation Price $9,495
- Miles
- 128,569
- Exterior
- Gray
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter
Pre-Owned 2012 Toyota Tacoma 2WD Access Cab Standard Bed I4 Automatic (Natl)
- AutoNation Price $9,985
- Miles
- 161,052
- Exterior
- Barcelona Red Metallic
- Engine
- 2.7L 4 CYL
- Miles
- 110,025
- Exterior
- Tungsten Metallic
- Engine
- 2.4L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Ford Escape 4WD 4dr Titanium
- AutoNation Price $10,995
- Miles
- 110,020
- Exterior
- Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- Engine
- 1.6 Liter Ti-VC
Pre-Owned 2018 Buick Encore Preferred FWD
- AutoNation Price $11,985
- Miles
- 70,182
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 Toyota Corolla L CVT (Natl)
- AutoNation Price $11,990
- Miles
- 127,480
- Exterior
- Super White
- Engine
- 1.8 Liter
Pre-Owned 2012 Ford F-150 4WD SuperCab 6-1/2 Ft Box XL
- AutoNation Price $12,495
- Miles
- 123,238
- Exterior
- Oxford White
- Engine
- 3.7 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T SE FWD
- AutoNation Price $12,841
- Miles
- 108,281
- Exterior
- White Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2017 Ford Fusion SE FWD
- AutoNation Price $12,998
- Miles
- 72,398
- Exterior
- Shadow Black
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Pre-Owned 2012 Ford F-150 2WD SuperCrew 5-1/2 Ft Box XLT
- AutoNation Price $13,985
- Miles
- 129,575
- Exterior
- Tuxedo Black Metallic
- Engine
- 3.7 Liter