The car shortages can make finding a good affordable car a scavenger hunt these days. That's why many people looking for a car are considering their options and financing Toyota-certified pre-owned vehicles. However, when you buy a used car, there are specific aspects that you should consider to acquire the best investment for yourself.
Here at Toyota of Clermont, we're going to give you a list of questions you should ask before buying any used car.
What car best fits your needs?
When starting your used car buying process, the best thing is to understand what type of car best fits your lifestyle. This will help you narrow down your options.
Sedan
SUV
Truck
What's your Budget range?
A good rule of thumb is to plan on spending 10% to 15% of your total monthly budget on all automotive expenses. Then, sit down with your google sheets and do the math. This will help you eliminate options and help you ensure you don't run into problems later on. You may also want to include the Clermont Toyota’s mpg and your daily routes.
What is the market value of the car you're looking for?
Do your best to search for the car's market value that you have decided on to know what is reasonable enough to buy. You can do this by searching online for what the used car you want is valued at; of course, many components go into deciding this.
Has the pre-owned car ever been in a car accident?
If you've found the Clermont Toyota car you want, make sure that you're aware of the damages and what was fixed if it has been in a car accident. Car accidents lower the car's price value, and it's something to consider when buying a used car.
Have you looked at the repair history of the car?
Make sure to ask for proof of good car maintenance on the used car you want to buy. You can find this by getting the license plate number and vehicle identification (VIN) number. This is essential because if the previous owner didn't properly care for the car, it could run your bill up and cause you issues later on. So, make sure to investigate this aspect, even if it's a relatively new Clermont Toyota.
Does it have the features you want?
If you're buying a used car, you want to make sure it has what you need: Apple CarPlay, good Safety features, heated seats, etc.
Did you test drive it?
Test these features of the car.
Air conditioning and heater
Sound system
Lights
Brakes (no squeaking or grinding noises)
Car shifting
Listen to the engine (make sure it isn't making strange noises)
Exhaust (make sure there isn't smoke)
Are you looking for a Toyota-certified pre-owned vehicle? Visit Toyota of Clermont today!
We would love to have you! Call us today at (352)404-7000! We’re located just off the Florida Turnpike and open seven days a week for your convenience.
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