New car buyers please do not take offense but, used car buyers are smarter. It is a well documented fact that the moment a new car is off the lot the value drops by 20 percent and after one year it can have dropped between 30 and 40 percent, which is money down the drain. When you buy a used Chevrolet in Lockport, someone else has taken the loss.
Of course, it is also a recognized fact that new cars give the owner peace of mind, used cars don’t. Used cars don’t have an all encompassing warranty and if you are not careful when you buy it, the deal can quickly go from sweet to sour.
Buying a used Chevrolet in Lockport does not mean that you are foregoing a reliable car. When you take your time, do your homework and stick to the budget you set you can easily get a used car that will give you years of trouble free service and save you a considerable amount of money.
When you buy a new car your options are limited to the new car dealer, when you buy a used car you can go there as well but you also can buy from a private individual or from a used car lot. The problem with multiple options is that the selection is too wide; you must have a very good idea of what you want and need when you look for a used car. How much are you willing to spend, how big or how little is right for your circumstances, what do you want in the way of performance? These are all questions that must be asked and answered.
When you are deciding on the car, you must take cognizance of your budget. Cars with fewer miles or newer cars will cost more than older ones or ones with high mileage. Here is where it can get tricky, the cost is lower but the possibility of it needing repair is higher.
Perhaps you should consider the “third car choice.” It used to be that you could buy a new car or a used car, now you can buy a certified pre-owned car which is somewhere between the two. A certified pre-owned car has been subjected to some rigorous tests and inspections and things are put right before the car is put on the lot. These vehicles have a limited warranty and at times will offer quite attractive financing and other perks such as a year’s free roadside service. Sound good? It is good but these benefits come at a cost, they are cheaper than new of course but offer the buyer a great deal more peace of mind. Contact Hawk Chevrolet Cadillac today!
