To get the biggest value when you buy a vehicle you might want to consider buying a used car. The previous owners have likely already absorbed the depreciation, allowing the next buyer to pay much less than when it was originally purchased new. Buying used generally gets you a higher trim of the vehicle you desire. However, there might be some skepticism when getting a used vehicle. Used vehicles may have repair needs, scheduled maintenance intervals may be due, and it may not have any warranty left. Also, loan rates are traditionally lower on new vehicles. To this extent, it’s valuable to have a plan before making your purchase to understand the vehicle you need, what you can afford to pay, and to figure out a trustworthy dealer to make your next purchase from.
In most cases, what we want takes a back seat to what our finances allow. To ensure you can get the most car that your budget allows, decide what you can afford before you start looking at cars. You need funds for a down payment, how much money are you willing to use? Use an auto loan calculator to find your sweet spot of a payment. Even better, get pre-approved for a loan BEFORE you come to test drive the car you want. You will already know the payment cost and it should save you time.
The best deal doesn’t always mean it’s the cheapest price. Other dealers may not have the knowledge to correctly fix all pre-owned vehicles. Purchase from a dealership that’s been around for a while and will not disappear when there are issues. Go over recent customer reviews and try to figure out how disputes are taken care of and if other people endorse the dealership. Shop for your car with confidence by shopping at a reliable dealership.
Narrow down your search by understanding the vehicle you need. If you’ve got a larger family you may need a minivan or SUV, if you are single, then maybe you go for the convertible. Figuring out what you want is the beginning, now you must find it for sale, without a lot of miles, and in good order. It’s not quite as easy as buying new, but with our vast collection of used cars we will have what you want.
Do NOT miss the chance to trade in your ride. Your old car might be worth money and may even be enough to give you a down payment on your next car. Your trade-in combined with a down payment will get you an even better deal. We will take almost any car on trade, even if it has negative equity. Call us to schedule a personalized appraisal of your car.
