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Advantages of Buying A Used Or New Vehicle 
In our opinion, there is nothing like the feel and smell of a new vehicle. However, there is nothing better than a fat wallet! In today's economy, having a few extra dollars makes the most sense and it's the reason why so many are electing to buy a pre-owned vehicle.
Why Buy A Used Vehicle?
- larger selection - If you are on a tight budget, you can find many more choices for under the $10,000 price range.
- more car for the money - For half the price of a new car, you can buy a 3 to 4 year old car that is larger and loaded with more features than a new small compact “bare bones” car.
- better bargaining power - Believe it or not, you have better negotiating power on a used vehicle than a new vehicle. In fact, you may be able negotiate an even better deal by having CarMD when shopping for your used vehicle (click to see how)
- lower depreciation - New cars tend to lose 30 to 40% in value within the first few years of ownership. A used vehicle is purchased at the point where depreciation slows down, which makes owning and operating the vehicle more affordable.
- lower upfront costs - Your financing costs, registration fees, and insurance premiums will probably be much lower than a new vehicle as they are tied to the vehicle's purchase price.
Why Buy A New Vehicle?
- undeniable feel- Let's face it, there is nothing like the feel of a new car.
- low maintenance costs - When you buy a used vehicle you really don't know how the vehicle was cared for or how it was driven.With a new vehicle, you really don't need to worry about any service costs until after a few thousand miles. Some manufacturers even include free scheduled services as part of the first few years of ownership.
- warranty coverage - A typical vehicle includes a 3-year/36,000 mile warranty. Some luxury vehicles extend that to 4-year/50,000 mile warranty. The majority of used vehicles rarely include any type of warranty.
- better technology - A new model vehicle will usually have the latest safety features and cool technology. But keep in mind that these may come at a premium price.
In conclusion, your decision to buy a used or new vehicle will be based on what you can afford and what will give you peace of mind. We suggest that if you are considering to purchase a used vehicle that you take CarMD with you…you'll be glad you did. Good luck with your search!
3 Simple Steps To Avoid Buying a Used Car Lemon
STEP 1: Run a Quick Vehicle Health Check
CarMD is like having a mechanic in your back pocket! Plug CarMD into an unlimited number of vehicles to get the car's health status in seconds. Colored lights tell you if the vehicle you're interested in has any hidden problems and how serious. A green light means all of the vehicle's systems are running fine. If you get a yellow or red light, continue to Step 2.
STEP 2: Get a Detailed Diagnostic Report
If you get a yellow or red light, connect the CarMD tool to your Mac or PC to get an Easy-To-Understand Report about what ails the vehicle, including probable causes and estimated repair costs. Can't get to a computer? No problem! CarMD customers can call our ASE certified technicians toll-free at 1.888.MyCarMD right from the lot (Monday to Saturday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific). Use the information to keep used car dealers and mechanics honest. You can even use it to leverage for your rock bottom asking price. CarMD empowers drivers to make smart maintenance and car buying decisions.
STEP 3: Perform a Final Check
Buying a used car can be a stressful experience, but having a good checklist can help make sure you don't overlook some important or potentially costly problems and get stuck with a lemon. Download our free PDF of CarMD's Used Car Buying Tips Guide and use it while shopping for a used car.
Need To Sell Your Car First?
Are you ready to buy that vehicle you've been dreaming of? Need to sell your old clunker first? Don't want the hassle of a trade-in to clutter negotiations? Neither do most Americans. An overwhelming majority of used car transactions are from private sales. That's because if you're patient and prepared, you can get anywhere from 10% to 20% more than what you'd get trading it in.
Download our free PDF of CarMD's Used Car Selling Tips Guide to help get your vehicle ready to sell at a healthy price.
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