Georgia Used Cars

There are many essential facts you should consider before buying your next car so you won’t regret your decision for a moment afterwards.

Used Car Buying Tips

• Should I buy a new or used car?

• Reducing risk in used car buying

• Car price and value

• What type of used car to buy?

• Insurance issues

• What amount of mileage is OK for a used car?

• How old  a car should I buy?

• Where to look for used cars

• Where to find used cars?

• Extended warranties

• Do’s and Don’ts of used car buying

Should I buy a new or used car?

You can save a lot of money by buying a used car because new cars lose value faster than a used car. As soon as you drive your new car home it is worth $1000-$2000 less than when you purchased it just an hour ago. Many of the issues that new cars have are already worked out when you buy a used car.  Buying a used car often means you can buy more car , i.e. a car with all the bells and whistles,  than you could afford had you bought a new car.

Reducing risk in used car buying

First, do your research to find out about the various models you are interested in purchasing. Read as many reviews as you can find, consumer reports, ask friends, compare the models, evaluate gas mileage data on the make and model you’re interested in. Assess reliability ratings and determine maintenance costs and upkeep. Your goal enter a dealership knowing what you are looking for to ensure that you will be happy with your purchase and know that it is a vehicle you want and can afford

Car price and value

When it comes to pre-owned cars, “the best deal” isn’t always the cheapest one. Find a car in good condition for reasonable price. If you are choosing between relatively cheap car that was poorly maintained or needs repairs and a more expensive car that is in excellent condition, the more expensive care is most likely your best buy. You will save money on repairs and it will probably be much more reliable. Set a budget for how much money you want to pay for your car. Understand the total cost of the car when assessing the monthly payments, taxes, license and insurance expenses.  You should buy a car that has a price tag that fits into your budget.

What type of used car to buy?

Decide exactly what car you want; simple transportation to drive to work and back or a car for long road trips.  If you want economy you would want a car with a small engine. If you want to use your vehicle to tow a trailer, then a car with more powerful engine is what you need. Once you’ve decided on what type of car is best suited for your needs, see what models are available that fit your price range.

Insurance issues

The cost of car insurance can vary greatly from depending on the car year and model, the driver’s experience, where you live and the annual miles you drive. Make sure that you get an idea of the cost of insurance before buying a car.

What amount of mileage is OK for a used car?

Purchasing a car with a very high mileage, for example, 155,000 miles and higher would be considered very high.  Considering the ‘mileage’, whether the car has 50,000 or 70,000 on it, is not as important a factor as the knowledge that the car was well maintained and accident-free.

How old is too old?

Eliminate any cars from your list that are older than ten – twelve years because they will be very costly to maintain.  Car that are in the three – five years old category are good choices because the price is greatly reduced and you will still a good number of trouble-free years.

Where to look for a used car?

The Internet is a great place to find out what cars are on the market in terms of availability, year and price. Auto dealer websites should provide the most up-to-date information compared with automotive magazines and newspapers.

Where to find used cars?

New Car Dealers have used cars or “re-sale” cars. The best buy is to purchase a car that has been very well maintained (preferably at a dealership) and has never gone through an accident or other major problems. Most likely you’ll be able to find your car at a new car dealership where it was traded in with all the service records for the car.

Extended warranties

There are many essential facts you should consider before buying your next car so you won’t regret your decision for a moment afterwards.

Do’s and Dont’s when buying a Georgia Used Car

Dos…

• Check a used car history reports.
• Have the car inspected by a mechanic
• Take your time and test drive the car

Don’ts….

• Buy a car that has been in a serious accident
• Base your decision on what you have been told.
• Buy a car if you have reservations about the car
• Buy a car if it needs some repairs.
• Buy a car that has been in a flood

New cars come with a warranty that covers most of the vehicle components for a certain period – normally three years or 36,000 miles. When the warranty expires the owner will now have to pay for all repairs. This is where extended warranties come in.  An extended warranty is a contract between the car owner and the warranty company, where the warranty company will pay for the repairs covered by the contract for a specific period of time. The extended warranty protects the vehicle owner from unexpected repair costs.