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 2016 INFINITI Q50 2.0t Premium
- AutoNation 1Price $16,977
- Mileage
- 60,569
- Engine
- I4
Used 2023 INFINITI QX60 SENSORY FWD
- AutoNation 1Price $45,977
- Mileage
- 10,571
- Engine
- 3.5 LITER
Used 2021 INFINITI Q50 RED SPORT 400 AWD
- AutoNation 1Price $38,765
- Mileage
- 27,760
- Engine
- 3.0 LITER TWIN
Used 2021 INFINITI Q50 3.0t SENSORY RWD
- AutoNation 1Price $30,974
- Mileage
- 26,455
- Engine
- 3.0 LITER TURBO
Used 2021 INFINITI Q50 3.0t LUXE RWD
- AutoNation 1Price $27,966
- Mileage
- 30,804
- Engine
- 3.0L V6 CYL
Used 2015 INFINITI Q50 3.7 Premium
- AutoNation 1Price $16,995
- Mileage
- 87,118
- Engine
- 3.7L V6 CYL
Used 2013 INFINITI QX56 2WD 4dr
- AutoNation 1Price $14,962
- Mileage
- 151,771
- Engine
- 5.6L 8 CYL
Used 2019 Acura TLX 3.5L SH-AWD w/Advance Pkg
- AutoNation 1Price $28,941
- Mileage
- 29,382
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 CYL
Used 2018 Acura MDX FWD w/Technology Pkg
- AutoNation 1Price $28,974
- Mileage
- 36,506
- Engine
- 3.5L V6 CYL
Used 2021 Audi A5 Coupe S line Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro
- AutoNation 1Price $32,977
- Mileage
- 29,834
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Used 2021 Audi Q5 Premium 45 TFSI quattro
- AutoNation 1Price $29,974
- Mileage
- 19,077
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Used 2018 Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI Sport Premium FWD
- AutoNation 1Price $20,987
- Mileage
- 31,270
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Used 2018 Audi Q7 3.0 TFSI Premium Plus
- AutoNation 1Price $16,987
- Mileage
- 108,471
- Engine
- 3.0L V6 CYL
Used 2018 Audi S5 Coupe 3.0 TFSI Premium Plus
- AutoNation 1Price $25,974
- Mileage
- 75,460
- Engine
- 3.0L V6 CYL
Used 2017 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI Auto Season of Audi Premium quattro AWD
- AutoNation 1Price $17,963
- Mileage
- 76,669
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Used 2017 Audi A4 2.0 TFSI Auto Premium Plus quattro AWD
- AutoNation 1Price $14,977
- Mileage
- 104,931
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER TFSI
Used 2015 Audi A3 quattro 2.0T Premium Plus
- AutoNation 1Price $10,974
- Mileage
- 122,525
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Used 2024 BMW M440i Coupe
- AutoNation 1Price $53,941
- Mileage
- 7,166
- Engine
- 3.0L STRA 6 CYL
Used 2023 BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe
- AutoNation 1Price $38,998
- Mileage
- 8,068
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER TURBO
Used 2019 BMW 530e iPerformance Plug-In Hybrid
- AutoNation 1Price $25,974
- Mileage
- 49,085
- Engine
- 2.0L 4 CYL
Used 2011 BMW 535i Sedan
- AutoNation 1Price $10,987
- Mileage
- 96,714
- Engine
- 3.0L STRA 6 CYL
Used 2023 Buick Envision FWD 4dr Preferred
- AutoNation 1Price $22,977
- Mileage
- 19,795
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER DOHC
Used 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV 4WD Sport
- AutoNation 1Price $89,741
- Mileage
- 21,936
- Engine
- 6.2L 8 CYL
Used 2014 Cadillac ATS 2.5L I4 RWD Luxury
- AutoNation 1Price $10,987
- Mileage
- 108,867
- Engine
- 2.5L 4 CYL