7 Great Reasons to Buy A Used Car in Harrisonburg
In a world where the norm is to buy new, new, new, you might wonder why anyone would choose to buy a used car, truck, or SUV.
In fact, the Harrisonburg used car market is huge! From private sellers to auto dealers with used car lots, there's no shortage of pre-owned vehicles to choose from.
But why buy pre-owned when a new car comes with a standard manufacturer's one-year warranty? And they have all those bells and whistles!
Here's Who Buys Used Cars and Why
For parents with a teen, buying a high mileage vehicle makes sense. There's no sense buying a brand new Grand Am or Chevy Silverado 1500 truck! That's money wasted. A quality used car with high mileage is the smart way to go.
If you're just starting out, renting an apartment, or saving money to buy a house, a used car is the smart investment. Because there is such a good selection of used vehicles, you can get a great car or truck and save money.
Sometimes families need a second car (or third!) and buying used is the way to go. Then there are those who would rather spend their money on island vacations like Hawaii or Guadeloupe, or at golf resorts than buy a new vehicle. Buying a used vehicle is a money saver, allowing travel
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The point is, there are as many reasons for buying a quality used car as there are people!
7 More Great Reasons Buying Pre-Owned Cars are A Great Value
It's not just a lifestyle choice that makes buying a secondhand car a great decision. When you choose to buy your vehicle from us, a quality Harrisonburg used car dealership, instead of privately, you get our used car warranty protection.
But here are 7 more reasons to consider a used car option.
1. Depreciation-It's no secret that a new car loses its value as soon as you drive it off the lot. As an investment, it's not the way to go. Most new vehicles lose up to 50% of their depreciation within 3 years. Plus, vehicles are now built to last longer, a lot longer. So buying a pre-owned vehicle makes sense.
2. Get More Car for Your Money-Because the used vehicle has already depreciated, your hard-earned money goes further. With a new vehicle, you may only be able to budget for an entry level car. But shopping used, your budget will allow you to buy more car with more bells and whistles.
3. Used Car Warranties-Here at Joe Bowman Auto Plaza, every used car, truck, and SUV we sell must pass a 75-point used car inspection checklist from our Chevy certified mechanics. If it doesn't pass that inspection, it's not for sale until we correct those issues. The vehicle must be in 100% tip top working order, to the best of our ability. Then we back that up with either a 30 or 90-day warranty, depending on mileage and year of the vehicle.
4. Lower Car Insurance Costs-Your insurance company determines your rate by the value of the car. The more valuable it is, the higher the premium rate. That's where depreciation becomes your friend. A used Cadillac will cost less to insurance than a new one.
5. Cars Now Last Longer-With advanced technology, pre-owned vehicles last longer than ever before. While you may still want to have your car inspected by your mechanic, the concern about a used car's lifespan can rightly be put to rest.
6. Vehicle History Reports-Besides vehicles lasting longer, you also have the additional assurance of the availability of a vehicle's history report. Turn to AutoCheck, CarFax, National Motor Vehicle Title Information System. The system isn't foolproof, however, because the information is only as good as the data reported. Always get your mechanic to inspect a potential used car purchase, too.
7. Variety-There are approximately 350 new car models entering the market every year. Compare that to thousands of models available on the used car market! From hard to find small pickup trucks like the Chevy S-10's and retro hatchbacks to vehicles that are only a year or two old, your choices are wide ranging.
Auto Financing for Used Cars is Easier, Too!
Once you've decided on the car, truck, or SUV you want, you'll need to finance it. Joe Bowman Auto Plaza has an excellent reputation with local lenders.
But don't rule out dealer financing your used vehicle. Our rates are very competitive. We usually meet or beat local banks for auto rates.
What's more, we have no problem financing high mileage vehicles. Most banks won't. And we can process your application more quickly.
To learn more about purchasing a quality pre-owned car from Joe Bowman Auto Plaza, visit our site to see our large inventory. Or, stop in to talk to us about what you're looking for in a vehicle.
