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If you need a tough pickup truck for your work or recreational needs, there’s no shortage of excellent options on the market. If you’re deciding between new and used, you’ll be happy to know that there are numerous benefits to buying a used model. Here are the top five benefits of owning a used pickup truck.
1. Used Pickup Trucks Are Cheaper
Pickup trucks can be pricey, especially if you choose a new model with all the latest features. Fortunately, many used models offer similar capability, performance, and features, so you can find all you need at a lower price. Best of all, if you find a new model you like but it doesn’t fit your budget, you may find a used pickup truck with nearly identical features and capability at a price that works for you.
2. You Have More Options
Dealerships only stock a certain number of new models each year, limiting your options for trims, colors, and features. With a used vehicle, you’ll have a much larger pool of options to choose from. Also, if you like a particular make or model of pickup but the newer models don’t have the look or capability you’re going for, a used model is a great choice. You can choose among many models and features from several years, giving you even more variety to pick from.
3. You Avoid Initial Depreciation
Just like with any new vehicle, when you choose to buy a brand-new pickup truck, you’ll take a depreciation hit as soon as you drive it off the lot. With a used pickup truck, the first owner had the initial depreciation, so you can find a nearly new truck at a fraction of the price. If you choose to trade or sell shortly thereafter, you’ll also get more value out of your purchase than if you bought it new.
4. You Can Buy Certified Pre-Owned Trucks
If you like the warranty and peace of mind of buying new but prefer the prices of used vehicles, a certified pre-owned truck is a great option. Most automakers have a certified pre-owned program that can take the stress and uncertainty out of buying used. A certified pre-owned vehicle has to have low mileage and be in like-new condition before it passes certification and gets a guarantee from the manufacturer, but it has a much lower price tag than a brand-new vehicle. On top of that, many certified pre-owned vehicles come with warranties and other benefits.
5. Lower Insurance Costs
One of the major factors in determining your car insurance rate is the value of your vehicle so it can be covered in the event of an accident. With the cost of depreciation on a new vehicle, the insurance premium can be high, and it usually stays there for the first few years. With a used vehicle, that initial depreciation is over, so you’ll likely have a much lower insurance rate.
If you’re shopping for a used pickup truck, visit Rath Auto Resources to browse our inventory of used pickup trucks in many years, makes, and models to find your perfect fit. Call or stop by today!
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