Buying used cars is a smart move, and there are even ways to make it smarter. We can guide you through the process so you drive off our lot with a nice car at a really nice price. One truly smart move is to buy a newer used car, one that is between one to three years old. This is often the sweet spot for getting a good deal and a fine vehicle.
Value
Everyone knows a new car loses a large percentage of its resale value when it is driven off the lot. Some estimates are as high as 30 percent. After that, the depreciation of a car stabilizes for several years. When the car gets much older, depreciation tends to speed up again. When you buy a newer used car you can also benefit from lower maintenance costs. It could be years before brakes, tires, batteries and windshield wipers need to be replaced. Larger repairs such as transmission or engine work could be even further down the road.
Reliability
Newer used cars tend be very reliable, making the prospect of being stranded somewhere unlikely. Dependability in a car is one of the things people value the most. Not only can breaking down in an unfamiliar place be expensive, it could also be dangerous. Most people do not want friends or family members driving an automobile that could break down.
Technology
With a used car that is only a year or two old, you should be able to enjoy all of the latest technology for safety, comfort and performance. These cars will likely have such features as Bluetooth, lane stabilization, rearview cameras, passenger side airbags and many other advances. With savings from buying a used car, you might even be able to afford a loaded vehicle.
We believe used cars are a wonderful value. They offer value, reliability and smart technology all at once.
