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How To Buy A Used Car From A Dealer


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How To Buy A Used Car From A Dealer

At times, finding a used car for sale can be a challenge. There are so many different factors and concerns associated with buying a car, such as finding the right dealership and being financially responsible while shopping.

All of the above factors can make car shopping a real struggle; however, with a little information and preparation, you can do a lot to ensure a simple car shopping experience. To assist you, we at USA-1, with our massive inventory of used cars near Goshen, IN, have compiled a list of tips to help you prepare for buying a car.

1. Make A Budget

Before you start browsing used cars for sale, you should first understand how much you want to spend on a vehicle. To do this, you should determine a budget based on your financial situation and all of the financial elements that come with buying a car. These elements can be seen listed below:

  • Vehicle Cost
  • Registration
  • Insurance
  • Maintenance
  • Fuel
  • Initial Fees/ Taxes

2. Find The Vehicles That Suit You

Whether you are shopping for used cars near Goshen, IN, or anywhere else, you don’t want to visit a dealership just to find out they don’t have vehicles that interest you. Hence, you should make a list of vehicles that suit you before deciding on a dealership. The right vehicle for you will depend on your intended use of a vehicle and your lifestyle. For example, if you need to tow something, you should search for used trucks for sale.

3. Search For Reputable Dealerships

Upon making your budget and deciding which vehicles best suit you, the next step is to search online for reputable dealerships. In determining a dealership’s reputability and quality, there are several factors that you should consider, which can be seen below:

  • Easy-to-use website
  • Ability to search and refine inventory
  • Positive reviews
  • Many forms of communication

4. Ensure A Dealership Caters To You

While browsing dealerships online, you should also make sure that whichever dealership you choose has an inventory that caters to your needs. Therefore, if you want an SUV for road trips or to seat your family, you should find dealerships specializing in used SUVs for sale near you. At USA-1, our diverse inventory of used cars near Goshen, IN, is bound to have options for everyone, with vehicles of every type.

5. Watch For Specials And Deals

If you really want to save money on a used car for sale, you should look out for any active specials and deals during your online research. Most specials occur around the holidays, so you should aim to coordinate your car shopping accordingly. However, at USA-1’s used car dealer near Goshen, IN, we always have active deals, so don’t hesitate to visit us online or in person.

6. Save For A Down Payment Or Consider A Trade-In

Aside from specials, another great way to save money on a car is a down payment or a trade-in. Both a down payment and trade-in act similarly in that they will save you a lot of money on an auto loan. Also, dealerships, like USA-1’s Goshen used car dealership, have trade-in incentives, which can help you to save even more than a down payment with a trade-in.

7. Test Drive

The final step in buying a car and one of the most essential is the test drive. During a test drive, you will be able to drive and get a feel for every vehicle that interests you. While test driving, you should ideally note the pros and cons of every vehicle you drive, comparing your notes afterward to decide which vehicle best suits you.

Exterior: 
Black
Mileage:
22,034
Engine:
4cyl, 2.5L, 197.0hp
Model #: 
1GY69
VIN:
2G1105SA3J9102013
Stock #:
102013
Internet Price:  
$18,900
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Dark Atmosphere/ Medium Ash Gr 
Mileage:
12,265
Engine:
4cyl, 1.5L, 160.0hp
Model #: 
1ZC69
VIN:
1G1ZB5ST9LF134506
Stock #:
134506
Internet Price:  
$18,900
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
42,921
Engine:
4cyl, 1.5L, 160.0hp
Model #: 
1ZC69
VIN:
1G1ZB5ST8KF117629
Stock #:
117629
Internet Price:  
$18,900
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
58,550
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 305.0hp
Model #: 
1GY69
VIN:
1G11Z5S30KU110727
Stock #:
110727
Internet Price:  
$17,900
Exterior: 
Other
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
34,813
Engine:
8cyl, 5.7L, 372.0hp
Model #: 
LADP22
VIN:
2C3CDZBT1JH149726
Stock #:
149726
Internet Price:  
$34,900
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Exterior: 
White
Mileage:
47,122
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 147.0hp
Model #: 
47413F45
VIN:
5NPD74LF4JH334833
Stock #:
334833
Internet Price:  
$15,900
Exterior: 
Silver
Interior: 
Charcoal 
Mileage:
22,924
Engine:
4cyl, 1.8L, 124.0hp
Model #: 
12619
VIN:
3N1AB7AP9KY402274
Stock #:
402274
Internet Price:  
$17,900
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Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Beige 
Mileage:
33,215
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 147.0hp
Model #: 
48412F45
VIN:
KMHD74LF6JU523999
Stock #:
523999
Internet Price:  
$15,900
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Exterior: 
Purple
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
47,659
Engine:
4cyl, 2.4L, 185.0hp
Model #: 
53222
VIN:
5XXGT4L32LG409686
Stock #:
409686
Internet Price:  
$17,900
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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
29,995
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 292.0hp
Model #: 
LXCH48
VIN:
2C3CCAAGXJH253852
Stock #:
253852
Internet Price:  
$24,900
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Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Jet Black/Galvanized 
Mileage:
16,135
Engine:
4cyl, 1.4L, 153.0hp
Model #: 
1BR69
VIN:
1G1BC5SM1K7132829
Stock #:
132829
Internet Price:  
$17,900
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Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
23,241
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 255.0hp
Model #: 
H5312
VIN:
KNAE15LA8J6040892
Stock #:
040892
Internet Price:  
$26,900
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Jet Black/Medium Titanium 
Mileage:
78,774
Engine:
4cyl, 1.8L, 138.0hp
Model #: 
1PL69
VIN:
1G1PC5SH5G7208973
Stock #:
208973
Internet Price:  
$10,900
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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Ebony Leather
Mileage:
40,689
Engine:
4cyl, 2.3L, 310.0hp
Model #: 
P8T
VIN:
1FA6P8TH6H5234749
Stock #:
474917
Internet Price:  
$22,900
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Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
45,971
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 292.0hp
Model #: 
LDDM48
VIN:
2C3CDXBG9KH553592
Stock #:
553592
Internet Price:  
$26,900
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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
7,107
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 147.0hp
Cab Type: 
Hatchback
Model #: 
F1302F45
VIN:
KMHTG6AF1K4011918
Stock #:
011918
Internet Price:  
$19,900
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Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
38,524
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 292.0hp
Model #: 
LDDM48
VIN:
2C3CDXBG7KH505301
Stock #:
505301
Internet Price:  
$26,900
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Exterior: 
Red
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
15,846
Engine:
4cyl, 1.5L, 160.0hp
Model #: 
1ZD69
VIN:
1G1ZD5ST0JF258137
Stock #:
258137
Internet Price:  
$17,900
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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Dark Ceramic 
Mileage:
16,722
Engine:
4cyl, 2.3L, 310.0hp
Model #: 
P8T
VIN:
1FA6P8THXK5167421
Stock #:
167421
Internet Price:  
$24,900
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Exterior: 
Gold
Interior: 
Dune 
Mileage:
56,917
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 288.0hp
Model #: 
P2D
VIN:
1FAHP2D81HG112745
Stock #:
112745
Internet Price:  
$17,900
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Exterior: 
Silver
Interior: 
Charcoal Black Leather
Mileage:
35,584
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 288.0hp
Model #: 
P2J
VIN:
1FAHP2J81KG116046
Stock #:
116046
Internet Price:  
$24,900
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Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
36,060
Engine:
8cyl, 6.2L, 455.0hp
Cab Type: 
2dr Car
Model #: 
1AJ67
VIN:
1G1FF3D7XJ0139404
Stock #:
139404
Internet Price:  
$36,900
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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Ebony 
Mileage:
29,478
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 245.0hp
Model #: 
P0T
VIN:
3FA6P0T93KR271465
Stock #:
271465
Internet Price:  
$22,900
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Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Ebony 
Mileage:
69,282
Engine:
6 Cylinder, 3.5L
Model #: 
1WB19
VIN:
2G1WB58K281197186
Stock #:
197186
Internet Price:  
$10,900
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Exterior: 
Other
Mileage:
176,794
Engine:
4cyl, 2.5L, 170.0hp
Model #: 
MZ6ISPA
VIN:
1YVHZ8BH0A5M36839
Stock #:
m36839
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