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When it’s time to buy a car, there is one important question you have to address before anything else. Even more important than what kind of car you want, though, is whether you are looking to buy new or used. Your entire car-shopping experience can be vastly different depending on whether or not you are buying used cars or new cars. In today’s blog here at Shelton Used Cars in Woodlawn, we discuss the different benefits of buying a new car versus buying a used car so that you can decide which option is best for you! Once you have that sorted, everything else becomes that much easier. 

Need help figuring out whether new or used is right for you? Contact us at Shelton Used Cars in Woodlawn and drop by today for friendly, professional help!

Warranties

Depending on where you buy a car, it may or may not come with a warranty. One thing is for certain though: nearly every new car you buy comes with a warranty. While the warranty will more than likely vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, they can help provide you peace of mind when you are looking to invest in a vehicle. It’s worth mentioning that some used car dealerships will offer you a warranty on their used cars as well. This category can swing either way depending on the specific warranty being offered to you. But, more times than not, new cars will come with a more attractive warranty offer. 

Resale Value

Another factor to keep in mind when you go to buy a car is the resale value. One major drawback of buying a new car is that as soon as you drive it off the lot and put a few miles onto it, it is no longer considered new and the value drops. How much the car’s value drops is dependent mostly on the brand of car, but on average you can expect a drop of roughly 10% after the first month of ownership.

When buying used cars, that is something that you don’t really have to think about. Sure, your car will depreciate as you put miles on it and as it ages, but not nearly as much as a new car loses in the first month of ownership. So, when you buy a car, keep in mind that if you choose to buy used there is a chance you could get more of your money back upon resale than you would have if you bought a new car.

Cost

When you go to buy a car, you may also notice that there is a noticeable price difference between the new and the used cars. In general, you can find a used car in good shape for significantly less than you could buy a used car for. Think about it like this. If you only have X amount of dollars to spend on a car, you can get more car for the money when you buy used. For example, let’s say you’ve got your eye on a brand new Honda Civic base model for $25,000 and a used Honda Civic premium model for $15,000. With the used model, you get great features like leather seats, a sunroof, and a premium sound system for significantly less than the new car would be. Now obviously there are other factors like how many miles are on the car, what damage is there, etc. But, if you are someone who cares a lot about amenities and luxury, you can get more bang for your buck buying used.

Check out our awesome inventory of cars here at Shelton Used Cars in Woodlawn and buy a car you’ll love!

Technology

If you are someone who wants the latest and greatest features and technology in your vehicles, then buying new cars may be the best option for you. Brand new 2020 models of cars will have the latest, bleeding-edge tech integrated into their design. These include things like wireless charging stations, satellite radio, Bluetooth functionality, touch-screen controls, auto-pilot, and more. You’ll have to pay a bit more to get your hands on this technology in your vehicle, but when you want the best tech cars to have to offer, you’re likely to be happier buying new. 

Now there are some used cars that do sport some modern tech as well. However, these used cars are going to be more difficult to find. Not only that, but used cars that aren’t very old can run you almost the same amount as a new car with similar features. There is an exception to every rule, but in general, new cars are going to have the latest and greatest features and technology built-in.

Previous Owners

The last and final point we’ll discuss at Shelton Used Cars in Woodlawn is about previous owners. When you buy a car, some people are uncomfortable with the idea that someone else has owned the vehicle before they have. Who knows how the previous owners treated the car. Did they get regular oil changes? Did they rotate the tires regularly? Did they drive around like a racecar driver redlining the RPMs? Who knows. When you go to buy a car, buying new can give you peace of mind because you know that nobody else has owned this vehicle before you.

At Shelton Used Cars in Woodlawn, all of our used cars go through detailed and thorough inspections and maintenance procedures. This means that you can be sure that the used cars you find here are going to be reliable, safe, and high-quality. Check out our expansive selection of dependable used cars today!

Shelton Used Cars in Woodlawn

Clearly, there are a multitude of factors to take into consideration when you go to buy a car. What it boils down to, though, is what you value in a car. Do you care less about how many miles and more about your comfort and amenities? Then a used car is going to be perfect for you. Would you rather know that you are the first and only owner of your vehicle and okay spending a little more money to get exactly what you want? A new car will work great for you! All that matters is that you pick a car you are going to love. We hope today’s blog has helped make your decision a little bit easier. When you’re ready, contact us and drop by Shelton Used Cars in Woodlawn. Our friendly team would be thrilled to help you drive away in a car that best suits you.