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 2020 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Coupe 1LS
- AutoNation Price $23,793
- Miles
- 17,236
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Buick Envision FWD 4dr Avenir
- AutoNation Price $29,742
- Miles
- 31,107
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Traverse FWD 1LT
- AutoNation Price $32,491
- Miles
- 14,225
- Exterior
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Blazer RS FWD
- AutoNation Price $35,394
- Miles
- 19,728
- Exterior
- Red Hot
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive Z71
- AutoNation Price $36,493
- Miles
- 8,523
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Certified Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2-Wheel Drive LT All Star Edition
- AutoNation Price $37,491
- Miles
- 21,992
- Exterior
- Satin Steel Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2024 Chevrolet Blazer RS AWD
- AutoNation Price $44,993
- Miles
- 1,948
- Exterior
- Radiant Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 3.6L V6 CYL
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Convertible ZL1
- AutoNation Price $76,742
- Miles
- 1,988
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT
- AutoNation Price $84,949
- Miles
- 7,116
- Exterior
- Red Mist Metallic Tintcoat
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter
Certified Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible 3LT
- AutoNation Price $94,991
- Miles
- 4,194
- Exterior
- White Pearl Metallic Tricoat
- Engine
- 6.2 Liter
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Cruze Sedan LT (Automatic)
- AutoNation 1Price $10,991
- Miles
- 109,135
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2016 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT
- AutoNation 1Price $10,991
- Miles
- 107,971
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2014 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited Automatic
- AutoNation 1Price $10,991
- Miles
- 134,131
- Exterior
- Satin White Pearl
- Engine
- 3.6L FLAT 6 CYL
Pre-Owned 2015 GMC Acadia AWD SLT-1
- AutoNation 1Price $11,242
- Miles
- 152,101
- Exterior
- Crimson Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2013 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L V6 Automatic PZEV
- AutoNation 1Price $11,492
- Miles
- 136,740
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 3.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2021 Chevrolet Spark 4dr HB CVT 1LT
- AutoNation 1Price $11,991
- Miles
- 99,915
- Exterior
- Silver Ice
- Engine
- 1.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2016 Jeep Cherokee 4WD 4dr Latitude
- AutoNation 1Price $12,491
- Miles
- 92,899
- Exterior
- Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter
Pre-Owned 2015 Dodge Challenger 2dr Cpe SXT
- AutoNation 1Price $12,991
- Miles
- 122,160
- Exterior
- Billet Silver Metallic Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter
Pre-Owned 2017 Nissan Sentra SR Turbo Manual
- AutoNation 1Price $13,491
- Miles
- 1
- Exterior
- Brilliant Silver
- Engine
- 1.6 LITER TURBO
Pre-Owned 2017 Ford Focus Electric Hatch
- AutoNation 1Price $13,742
- Miles
- 38,046
- Exterior
- Oxford White
- Engine
- Electric
Pre-Owned 2018 Volkswagen Atlas 3.6L V6 SE w/Technology FWD
- AutoNation 1Price $16,242
- Miles
- 99,805
- Exterior
- Pure White
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter FSI
Pre-Owned 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Premier
- AutoNation 1Price $16,288
- Miles
- 56,691
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2017 Cadillac XT5 FWD 4dr
- AutoNation 1Price $16,476
- Miles
- 100,031
- Exterior
- Crystal White Tricoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 Ford Escape Titanium FWD
- AutoNation 1Price $16,991
- Miles
- 47,229
- Exterior
- Shadow Black
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter