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Used Car Dealerships, A Cheaper Option

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As appealing as purchasing a new car can be, it may not be the best option when it comes to the best value proposition. New cars can depreciate as much as 11 percent the moment you drive it off the lot. That means that a brand new car worth $20,000 depreciates as $2,200 simply by driving it home1. Luckily you have options. There are a plethora of affordable used cars on the market right now. Most car dealerships these days actually have an additional business unit at their dealership that is designated to sell used cars only. It is there where you can find the best deals on used vehicles in good condition. The reason why going through a local dealership is a better idea is that only a dealership can offer certified pre-owned vehicles that have gone through rigorous reconditioning processes as well as new warranties. Whether you decide to purchase a certified pre-owned car or a used car, your local dealership will offer you a better deal. Take into account not only the price ta
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Should I buy a new or used truck?

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So, you need a replacement truck. Maybe your old truck finally broke down after all of these years. Maybe your previous truck, whether old or new, has just been totaled in an accident. Perhaps you just want a different truck because you need it for a different purpose, or possibly this will be your first truck. I know what you’re thinking…should I buy a new shiny truck with all of the latest technology or should I be more practical and buy a used truck that I know I can afford? I’m going to help you explore your options with some information below. NEW TRUCK Pros: No history – You know there is no wear and tear, no accidents, and no hidden issues. You can also be more confident that there are no unresolved recalls in your new truck. This is a big deal for some people. Some would never be okay with buying a car that someone else has used and cared for while others think that is just fine. Maintenance – A new truck will likely come with a warranty of some kind to cover multi
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Reasons You Should Purchase a Pre-owned Toyota Car

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The most obvious reason to buy a pre-owned vehicle is to save the expense of the greatest depreciation. Although vehicles depreciate their entire lifetime, they depreciate exponentially more at the beginning. Owning a shiny, new vehicle comes with a great cost. Save yourself that cost, and buy it after it’s gone down the road awhile. You can find fully loaded models of the makes you are looking for at a lower price if you look for the earlier models. It has never been easier to shop for a pre-owned vehicle that will fit your needs. The Internet has made it easy to select from many vehicles. Looking for a used Toyota in your area? It’s easy to search for likely candidates on the Internet. Often you can get the features you desire when the selection is great. The savings you get from buying pre-owned can be turned into more car. A vehicle that is 3 years old may not have all the newest technology, they are still comparable to the newer models. The depreciation of the older veh
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Buying Used? Here’s 7 Things to Check Before you Purchase

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When looking for our next vehicle most of us are inclined to look for a used car before we consider buying new. This is because used vehicles offer great value for your money while also not depreciating as much when driven off the lot in comparison to new vehicles. Although used vehicles have attractive price tags, make sure to inspect each car thoroughly before making a decision to purchase. Here we have outline 7 key areas to inspect before you buy your next used vehicle. Body rust & dents. Almost every used car will have some minor scratches and dents, but some of the more serious ones may be out of sight. Check for rust and body panels that do not line up properly as this can be a sign of poor maintenance. Suspension & tires. Push down on the sides of a car to test the health of the shocks and ask a technician to check the tire pressure. Both of these are quick to test and can save you hundreds. Lights. Check the lights of a car to see of the lenses are faded or crac
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Looking For the Best Used Car Dealer

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So, how do you know who to trust? What car dealer is best for business? Here is some useful information to find the best used car dealer. Reputation : This is the most important part when choosing the car dealer for buying a used car. Dealing with fair and honest is easy as long as you find a reputable car dealer. It is advisable to check with local Better Business Bureau for cars dealer reliability and you can ask friends and family about the reputation of car dealers which they deal in past.   Services : Find the best car dealers should not be the only factor to consider. Ensure that the services offered by car dealers are appropriate. Such services include: Check and Check out - Majority used car dealers offer express maintenance and service appointments to its customers. Car Loans - Some used car dealers extend their services by providing car loans or providing assistance in financial needs. Service Rate - Every car dealer has several offers. Service rates may var
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Advantages of Purchasing Used Cars from Dealers

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Many of us find the vehicles we want to look at either online or by driving through a dealership. But most of us don’t think about the advantages of purchasing the used vehicles through dealerships. While a private seller is a lot less formal than a dealership, here are some areas that the dealerships have an edge. Convenience Financing Paperwork Mechanical Reputation Extras Lets take a look at the above named advantages one by one. Convenience – We can look at the dealership websites, place like Cars.com, Auto Trader, All Used Auto and many other sites. This offers a great opportunity to look at the used vehicles before you go the dealerships. The photos or videos show you the used vehicles inside and out. Helping you narrow down your search. Dealerships offer a large variety of gently used vehicles all the way to high mileage specials. Dealerships allow you to test drive any number of used vehicles so you are able to compare them equally. Financing – Dealerships ca
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Truck Buying Options: New or Used, Buy or Lease

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New or Used Price – Used trucks are much more affordable than new trucks. If you’re short on money or don’t want to spend as much, a used truck is the way to go. Depreciation –New trucks lose about 11% of their value right when you drive them off of the lot. Most vehicles depreciate at the highest rates in the first few years, so if you buy a used truck, you can avoid that depreciation loss. History –There is no history with a new truck. You don’t have to worry about unknown issues or how the previous owner treated the vehicle. However, it is possible to avoid this worry when you get a certified pre owned truck or when the truck is thoroughly inspected. Maintenance –New trucks usually don’t require very much maintenance, but if they do, their warranty will probably cover it. Used vehicles rarely come with warranties and will need maintenance more often. Whether you buy new or used, you will eventually have to deal with maintenance expenses and time. Time – Used trucks typi
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