Why Buy Used

WHY BUY A USED CAR IN BARRON? LET US COUNT THE REASONS!

Ever wondered why some Wisconsinites choose pre-owned vehicles over new? Or what the real difference is between certified pre-owned and general used inventories? We’ll be answering these and other pressing questions about buying used here.

Buying a vehicle is a fun and exciting time, but if you’re still not sure whether to go with a new or pre-owned vehicle, check out the guide below answering some of the most-asked questions about pre-owned vehicles.

WHY WOULD SOMEONE BUY PRE-OWNED OVER BRAND-NEW?

When you’re looking for a reliable daily driver, shopping pre-owned is a great idea! Most folks think newer is better, but here are a few sometimes-overlooked benefits to choosing a pre-owned vehicle over a brand-new one:

• Lower Purchase Price: This one might seem obvious, but it’s a very clear benefit to consider thoroughly. Buying pre-owned or certified pre-owned will generally cost you less up front as well as less per month than a factory-new vehicle. It’s hard to sniff at instant savings.
• Lower Cost of Insurance: Car insurance rates are based partially on the value of your vehicle, and when you buy used, your vehicle comes with a lower inherent value than the same vehicle factory-new, so it will generally cost you less to insure it.
• Reduced Cost of Depreciation: When a new vehicle leaves the lot, it instantly undergoes a massive depreciation, but when you buy used, that depreciation hit has already happened, so when you drive off the lot in your new-to-you vehicle, it won’t see the same level of depreciation, allowing you to hold onto more of your initial investment. You’ll might even be able to resell it without losing much money at all!
• Lower State Registration Fees: When you register your vehicle with the state, you have to pay a registration fee, which is based on the price you paid for the vehicle—the transaction cost. But when you register a pre-owned vehicle, your transaction price was lower than it would have been with a new vehicle, and so will your registration fee likely be.

To put it simply, no matter what your budget is, it’ll go further in a pre-owned inventory than it will in a new one. Not only that, but your buying power is stronger, and you have more options no limited by price when it comes to variety, features, color, or packages. So, after all that, it probably doesn’t seem strange that some drivers from the Barron, WI area actually prefer to shop pre-owned over new—now let’s flesh out the differences between pre-owned and certified pre-owned.

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED VS GENERAL PRE-OWNED—WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

When folks come to us here at Swant Graber Motors Chevrolet looking for a pre-owned vehicle, the above is one of the biggest questions we get. So, if you’re interested in knowing how a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) inventory differs from a general pre-owned inventory, we’re going to attempt to illustrate the differences here:

• Our Certified Pre-Owned inventory caters exclusively to Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC models, whereas a general pre-owned inventory, you can find different models, makes, body styles, model years, and more.
• While we make every reasonable effort to ensure the excellent quality of our general pre-owned inventory, these models aren’t held to the same sky-high standards as our CPO inventory, which all must undergo a 172-point inspection and go through a reconditioning process before they appear in our CPO inventory. All our pre-owned vehicles are quality choices, but if you like peace of mind and assurance, the Certified Pre-Owned inventory is likely your best bet.
• Certified Pre-Owned vehicles come with the protection of limited warranties, roadside assistance, and other quality assurances, and such benefits are exclusive to our CPO program and aren’t found with our general pre-owned vehicles.

GET READY TO MEET YOUR NEXT DAILY DRIVER — EXPLORE OUR USED AND CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED INVENTORY IN BARRON TODAY!

Vehicle ownership is a richly rewarding experience, so if you’re ready to get in on the party, take a moment to comb through our Certified Pre-Owned inventory and pre-owned inventory to find a robust selection of high-quality, high-value used cars near Rice Lake, Chippewa Falls, Amery, and Menomonie. Our team is always happy to help, so if you find yourself at an impasse or with some lingering questions, give us a call at (888) 509-6552 during regular business hours and someone from our team will get right on it!