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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Demo Special Value (New) 2025 Chevrolet Malibu LS 1G1ZB5ST9SF109118 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $22,995
- Exterior
- Night Shade Metallic
- Mileage
- 5,047
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2025 Chevrolet Equinox LT 3GNAXHEGXSL126819 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $28,204
- Exterior
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Mileage
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- Engine
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Demo Special Value (New) 2025 Chevrolet Equinox LT 3GNAXHEG9SL102639 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $29,475
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Mileage
- 5,182
- Engine
- 1.5L 4 CYL
Demo Special Value (New) 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 2GCPACED2S1121810 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $51,855
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Mileage
- 4,706
- Engine
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Pre-Owned 2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS 5NPEB4AC2DH634256 Hyundai
- AutoNation Price $6,987
- Miles
- 104,220
- Exterior
- Radiant Silver
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 Ford Focus S 1FADP3E26HL312221 Ford
- AutoNation Price $9,665
- Miles
- 57,687
- Exterior
- Ingot Silver Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter GDI
Pre-Owned 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 SL 2GTEC13V571110308 GMC
- AutoNation Price $10,239
- Miles
- 179,962
- Exterior
- Polo Green Metallic
- Engine
- 4.8 liter
Pre-Owned 2016 Jeep Cherokee Latitude 1C4PJLCB5GW376632 Jeep
- AutoNation Price $10,448
- Miles
- 119,344
- Exterior
- Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat
- Engine
- 2.4L I4 16V MPFI SOHC
Pre-Owned 2018 Hyundai Elantra SEL 5NPD84LF6JH253832 Hyundai
- AutoNation Price $12,899
- Miles
- 63,531
- Exterior
- Mineral Beige
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2017 BMW X3 sDrive28i 5UXWZ7C34H0V93404 BMW
- AutoNation Price $12,994
- Miles
- 101,214
- Exterior
- Black
- Engine
- 2.0 Liter GDI D
Pre-Owned 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.4L 5NMZU3LB5HH018337 Hyundai
- AutoNation Price $12,994
- Miles
- 81,870
- Exterior
- Marlin Blue
- Engine
- 2.4 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT 3GNAXKEV5KS596984 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $16,054
- Miles
- 42,317
- Exterior
- Cajun Red Tintcoat
- Engine
- 1.5 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2018 Toyota RAV4 LE JTMZFREV1JJ210293 Toyota
- AutoNation Price $16,149
- Miles
- 97,947
- Exterior
- Electric Storm Blue
- Engine
- 2.5 Liter
Pre-Owned 2022 Toyota Prius L Eco JTDKAMFU5N3166849 Toyota
- AutoNation Price $17,499
- Miles
- 76,175
- Exterior
- Magnetic Gray Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8 LITER
Pre-Owned 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Winter 1C4BJWEG4HL603316 Jeep
- AutoNation Price $18,223
- Miles
- 143,039
- Exterior
- Billet Silver Metallic Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 Liter MPI
Pre-Owned 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 1GNSKBKC4GR101870 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $18,424
- Miles
- 167,000
- Exterior
- Tungsten Metallic
- Engine
- 5.3 Liter SIDI
Pre-Owned 2022 Dodge Charger SXT 2C3CDXBGXNH248364 Dodge
- AutoNation Price $18,674
- Miles
- 57,880
- Exterior
- Torred Clearcoat
- Engine
- 3.6 LITER
Pre-Owned 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3GCUKREH1JG218363 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $20,282
- Miles
- 142,577
- Exterior
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Engine
- 4.3 Liter
Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT KL79MPS20PB026998 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $20,894
- Miles
- 8,688
- Exterior
- Crimson Metallic
- Engine
- 1.2 Liter DOHC
Pre-Owned 2023 Buick Envision Essence LRBFZNR49PD055681 Buick
- AutoNation Price $21,745
- Miles
- 46,835
- Exterior
- Sapphire Metallic
- Engine
- 2.0 LITER DOHC
Pre-Owned 2023 Ford Edge SEL 2FMPK4J9XPBA18393 Ford
- AutoNation Price $21,987
- Miles
- 49,727
- Exterior
- Agate Black Metallic
- Engine
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Pre-Owned 2023 GMC Terrain SLT 3GKALPEG0PL200792 GMC
- AutoNation Price $21,998
- Miles
- 43,465
- Exterior
- Ebony Twilight Metallic
- Engine
- 1.8
Pre-Owned 2023 Chevrolet Blazer 2LT 3GNKBCR46PS104917 Chevrolet
- AutoNation Price $23,749
- Miles
- 32,504
- Exterior
- Summit White
- Engine
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Pre-Owned 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Altitude 1C4RJKAG7M8155678 Jeep
- AutoNation Price $25,077
- Miles
- 82,554
- Exterior
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- Engine
- 3.6 Liter