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 Equinox FWD LS
- MSRP Less Savings $17,993
- Miles
- 47,482
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 LITER DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Malibu LT
- MSRP Less Savings $18,792
- Miles
- 53,197
- Exterior
- Shadow Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Trax LT FWD Sport Edition
- MSRP Less Savings $18,992
- Miles
- 22,591
- Exterior
- Shadow Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Buick Encore GX Select FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $20,993
- Miles
- 35,737
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Engine
- 1.3 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LT
- MSRP Less Savings $22,792
- Miles
- 13,064
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer FWD 4dr LT
- MSRP Less Savings $22,798
- Miles
- 32,054
- Exterior
- Mahogany Red Metallic
- Engine
- 1.2 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 4dr LT w/1LT
- MSRP Less Savings $27,645
- Miles
- 4,958
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Blazer RS FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $30,991
- Miles
- 36,415
- Exterior
- Iron Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Blazer RS FWD
- MSRP Less Savings $31,992
- Miles
- 29,317
- Exterior
- Cherry Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTD Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive RST
- MSRP Less Savings $38,792
- Miles
- 29,475
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive RST
- MSRP Less Savings $38,993
- Miles
- 37,939
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Standard Box 2-Wheel Drive LT
- MSRP Less Savings $42,991
- Miles
- 4,080
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Crew Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ
- MSRP Less Savings $52,992
- Miles
- 25,210
- Exterior
- Deep Ocean Blue Metallic
- Engine
- 6.6 LITER TURBO
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4-Wheel Drive High Country
- MSRP Less Savings $55,794
- Miles
- 22,857
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.0 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Crew Cab Standard Box 4-Wheel Drive LTZ
- MSRP Less Savings $56,991
- Miles
- 61,521
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 6.6 Liter Turbo
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible 3LT
- MSRP Less Savings $91,993
- Miles
- 1,434
- Exterior
- Amplify Orange Tintcoat
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Pre-Owned 2011 Chevrolet HHR LS
- AutoNation 1Price $4,992
- Miles
- 168,704
- Exterior
- Cyber Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.2 Liter MFI
Pre-Owned 2012 Kia Soul 5dr Wgn Auto !
- AutoNation 1Price $6,791
- Miles
- 127,436
- Exterior
- Shadow Pearl Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2015 Nissan Versa 4dr Sdn CVT 1.6 SV
- AutoNation 1Price $8,455
- Miles
- 69,850
- Exterior
- Brilliant Silver
- Engine
- 1.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2009 Buick LaCrosse CXL
- AutoNation 1Price $8,491
- Miles
- 68,340
- Exterior
- Red Jewel Tintcoat
- Engine
- 3.8L V6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 Chevrolet Equinox FWD LS
- AutoNation 1Price $9,891
- Miles
- 118,984
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2017 Volkswagen Jetta 1.4T S Auto
- AutoNation 1Price $10,795
- Miles
- 100,939
- Exterior
- Cardinal Red Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter TSI
Pre-Owned 2015 Hyundai SANTA FE FWD 4dr Limited
- AutoNation 1Price $10,991
- Miles
- 100,746
- Exterior
- Monaco White
- Engine
- 3.3 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2016 Chevrolet Traverse FWD 1LT
- AutoNation 1Price $11,991
- Miles
- 107,697
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter SIDI