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How do I buy a used car wisely?

Buying an Elkhart used car can be a wonderful way to get the most car for your money. But buying used cars for sale also involves more risk than shopping for a new car. What is the smartest way to buy a used car? Working with a reputable car dealership in Elkhart, Indiana, of course!

USA-1 is a buy here, pay here dealership boasting a huge selection of reliable options. Whether you're looking for a used minivan or a used truck for sale, you can count on our selection. With incredible choices available for every budget, there's something for every customer at USA-1. Before you visit our showroom to check out our used SUVs for sale near you, let's review some best-practice wisdom for buying a used car. Our goal is to help you get into the ideal Elkhart used car for your lifestyle!

  • Start with a firm and realistic budget for your next used car for sale. It's best to decide on a budget well before you begin browsing used cars. Since it's easy to get swept up in the excitement and fall in love with a car you can't afford, we encourage customers to choose a budget before visiting USA-1.

  • Every customer's budget will be different. Conventional wisdom suggests that you shouldn't spend more than 20% of your take-home pay on your automotive budget. But if you use your vehicle for work, it can make sense to spend a little more than 20%. However, if you don't drive very often, you may wish to spend less than 20%.

  • Decide on your payment method. If you have the means and desire to pay cash for your next Elkhart used car, that's great! But if you can't afford a used car for sale with the cash you have on hand, don't worry. USA-1 offers flexible financing options for our vehicles. You can even apply online for loan pre-qualification to save time at our car dealership in Elkhart, Indiana.

  • If your credit score is low, or you don't have any credit, there's no reason to panic. You can "buy here, pay here" at USA-1. We offer in-house, dealership financing to our customers. If you can't qualify for a traditional auto loan, USA-1 is always happy to work with you to explore your options.

  • Consider trading in your current car at USA-1. The value of your last car will be applied as a down-payment toward your next used SUV for sale near you. Trading in your car is a smart idea because you can get a fair value for the vehicle without the inconvenience of selling it yourself. If you finance your next car, your trade-in will reduce the amount of money you need to borrow.

  • Review the vehicle history report of any used car or used truck for sale before buying. How an Elkhart used car is maintained will determine how it performs over the years. USA-1 only offers quality used cars for sale, so customers can shop with confidence in our showroom.

 

If you're ready to take the first step toward your next used car, what are you waiting for? USA-1 is the perfect place to find and finance a used truck for sale. Stop by our dealership today to get a closer look at our inventory! 


 

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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
30,164
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6 L, 310 HP
Model #: 
6NH26
VIN:
1GYKNDRS1KZ260258
Stock #:
260258
Internet Price:  
$24,900
This used 2019 Cadillac XT5 Luxury is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2019 Cadillac XT5 Luxury features a Stellar Black Metallic Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 30,164 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Cadillac XT5 Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot, Remote Engine...   Read More
Exterior: 
Other
Mileage:
47,332
Engine:
4cyl, 2 L, 268 HP
Model #: 
81210
VIN:
3PCAJ5M30LF102178
Stock #:
102178
Internet Price:  
$24,900
This used 2020 INFINITI QX50 LUXE AWD is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This INFINITI QX50 Includes: Remote Engine Start, Wireless streaming, Keyless Start, Garage Door Opener, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Primary display touchscreen, Smart Device Integration,...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Charcoal Black 
Mileage:
33,462
Engine:
4cyl, 1.5 L, 179 HP
Model #: 
U9H
VIN:
1FMCU9HD1KUB41440
Stock #:
B41440
Internet Price:  
$19,900
This used 2019 Ford Escape SEL is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This 4x4 2019 Ford Escape SEL features a White Platinum Metallic Tri-coat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 33,462 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Ford Escape Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot, Remote Engine...   Read More
Exterior: 
Silver
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
48,648
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6 L, 310 HP
Model #: 
1NW56
VIN:
1GNEVHKW0MJ184886
Stock #:
184886
Internet Price:  
$26,900
This used 2021 Chevrolet Traverse AWD LT Leather is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2021 Chevrolet Traverse AWD LT Leather features a Silver Ice Metallic Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 48,648 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Chevrolet Traverse Includes: WiFi...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Red 
Mileage:
48,898
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6 L, 285 HP
Model #: 
JKJS74
VIN:
1C4BJWFG8FL691105
Stock #:
691105
Internet Price:  
$24,900
This used 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This 4x4 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon features a Bright White Clearcoat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 48,898 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Includes:...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
46,259
Engine:
6cyl, 3.2 L, 271 HP
Model #: 
KLJE74
VIN:
1C4PJMLX6JD562734
Stock #:
562734
Internet Price:  
$17,900
This used 2018 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus 4x4 is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This 4x4 2018 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus 4x4 features a Diamond Black Crystal Pearlcoat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 46,259 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Jeep Cherokee Includes:...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
38,322
Engine:
4cyl, 1.5 L, 160 HP
Model #: 
1ZS69
VIN:
1G1ZG5ST1MF016694
Stock #:
016694
Internet Price:  
$19,900
This used 2021 Chevrolet Malibu FWD RS is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This fwd 2021 Chevrolet Malibu FWD RS features a Mosaic Black Metallic Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 38,322 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Chevrolet Malibu Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot,...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black/Light Graystone 
Mileage:
43,973
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6 L, 283 HP
Model #: 
RTKH53
VIN:
2C4RDGBG5KR781153
Stock #:
781153
Internet Price:  
$18,900
This used 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan SE is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This fwd 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan SE features a Black Onyx Crystal Pearlcoat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 43,973 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Dodge Grand Caravan Includes: Digital Media...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Saddle Brown 
Mileage:
45,400
Engine:
6cyl, 3 L, 300 HP
Model #: 
90611
VIN:
JN1EV7CR3MM754988
Stock #:
754988
Internet Price:  
$24,900
This used 2021 INFINITI Q50 SIGNATURE EDITION AWD is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2021 INFINITI Q50 SIGNATURE EDITION AWD features a Majestic White Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 45,400 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This INFINITI Q50 Includes: WiFi Mobile...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
40,674
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6 L, 310 HP
Model #: 
1NV56
VIN:
1GNEVFKW9KJ310048
Stock #:
310048
Internet Price:  
$24,900
This used 2019 Chevrolet Traverse LS is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2019 Chevrolet Traverse LS features a Summit White Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 40,674 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Chevrolet Traverse Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot, Wireless...   Read More
Exterior: 
Red
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
47,294
Engine:
4cyl, 2.4 L, 180 HP
Model #: 
KLJE74
VIN:
1C4PJMLB7LD617330
Stock #:
617330
Internet Price:  
$19,900
This used 2020 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus 4X4 is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This 4x4 2020 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus 4X4 features a Velvet Red Pearlcoat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 47,294 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Jeep Cherokee Includes: Remote Engine...   Read More
Exterior: 
Silver
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
49,573
Engine:
4cyl, 2 L, 152 HP
Model #: 
JRA
VIN:
JF2GTAAC0JG262065
Stock #:
262065
Internet Price:  
$19,900
This used 2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2018 Subaru Crosstrek 2.0i features a Ice Silver Metallic Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 49,573 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Subaru Crosstrek Includes: Wireless streaming, All-in-one...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Light Putty 
Mileage:
51,617
Engine:
4cyl, 1.5 L, 181 HP
Model #: 
P0H
VIN:
3FA6P0HD1KR179347
Stock #:
179347
Internet Price:  
$15,900
This used 2019 Ford Fusion SE is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This fwd 2019 Ford Fusion SE features a Agate Black Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 51,617 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Ford Fusion Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot, Remote Engine Start, Keyless Start,...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Black w/Orange Stitching 
Mileage:
29,089
Engine:
4cyl, 2 L, 152 HP
Model #: 
MRD
VIN:
JF2GTAEC8M8397058
Stock #:
397058
Internet Price:  
$22,900
This used 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Premium is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Premium features a Crystal White Pearl Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 29,089 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Subaru Crosstrek Includes: Remote Engine Start, WiFi...   Read More
Exterior: 
Purple
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
16,652
Engine:
4cyl, 1.5 L, 160 HP
Model #: 
1ZS69
VIN:
1G1ZG5ST6LF068174
Stock #:
068174
Internet Price:  
$19,900
This used 2020 Chevrolet Malibu FWD RS is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This fwd 2020 Chevrolet Malibu FWD RS features a Black Cherry Metallic Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 16,652 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Chevrolet Malibu Includes: Remote Engine Start, WiFi...   Read More
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
32,387
Engine:
4cyl, 2 L, 255 HP
Model #: 
C300W4
VIN:
55SWF8EB8KU308831
Stock #:
308831
Internet Price:  
$29,900
This used 2019 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2019 Mercedes-Benz C 300 4MATIC features a Lunar Blue Metallic Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 32,387 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Mercedes-Benz C 300 Includes: WiFi Mobile...   Read More
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Camel 
Mileage:
60,345
Engine:
8cyl, 5.4 L, 310 HP
Model #: 
U1J
VIN:
1FMJU1J58BEF26953
Stock #:
F26953
Internet Price:  
$12,900
This used 2011 Ford Expedition XLT is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This 4x4 2011 Ford Expedition XLT features a Dark Blue Pearl Metallic Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 60,345 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Ford Expedition Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot, Wireless...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
37,562
Engine:
4cyl, 1.5 L, 160 HP
Model #: 
1ZD69
VIN:
1G1ZD5ST8JF106932
Stock #:
106932
Internet Price:  
$14,900
This used 2018 Chevrolet Malibu LT is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This fwd 2018 Chevrolet Malibu LT features a Summit White Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 37,562 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Chevrolet Malibu Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot, Keyless Start,...   Read More
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
36,079
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6 L, 285 HP
Model #: 
JLJL74
VIN:
1C4HJXDG1JW318112
Stock #:
318112
Internet Price:  
$29,900
This used 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S 4x4 is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This 4x4 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S 4x4 features a Ocean Blue Metallic Clearcoat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 36,079 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Jeep Wrangler Unlimited...   Read More
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
28,708
Engine:
6cyl, 3.2 L, 271 HP
Model #: 
KLJP74
VIN:
1C4PJMDX2LD512527
Stock #:
512527
Internet Price:  
$22,900
This used 2020 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4X4 is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This 4x4 2020 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4X4 features a Slate Blue Pearlcoat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 28,708 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Jeep Cherokee Includes: Remote Engine Start,...   Read More
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
24,765
Engine:
4cyl, 2.5 L, 182 HP
Model #: 
MRF
VIN:
JF2GTHMC3M8333083
Stock #:
333083
Internet Price:  
$22,900
This used 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2021 Subaru Crosstrek Limited features a Horizon Blue Pearl Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 24,765 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Subaru Crosstrek Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot, Remote...   Read More
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
39,525
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6 L, 293 HP
Model #: 
WDEL75
VIN:
1C4RDJAG3MC637112
Stock #:
637112
Internet Price:  
$29,900
This used 2021 Dodge Durango SXT Plus AWD is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This awd 2021 Dodge Durango SXT Plus AWD features a Granite Clearcoat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 39,525 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Dodge Durango Includes: Wireless streaming, Keyless...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
45,472
Engine:
8cyl, 6.2 L, 455 HP
Model #: 
1AJ37
VIN:
1G1FE1R7XJ0109058
Stock #:
109058
Internet Price:  
$29,900
This used 2018 Chevrolet Camaro 1SS is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This rwd 2018 Chevrolet Camaro 1SS features a Black Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 45,472 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Chevrolet Camaro Includes: WiFi Mobile Hotspot, Wireless streaming, Keyless...   Read More
Exterior: 
Silver
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
34,613
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6 L, 283 HP
Model #: 
RTKH53
VIN:
2C4RDGBGXKR790379
Stock #:
790379
Internet Price:  
$18,900
This used 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan SE is for sale today at our dealership in Elkhart, IN.This fwd 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan SE features a Billet Clearcoat Exterior with a Fabric Interior and has only 34,613 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This Dodge Grand Caravan Includes: All-in-one key, Digital Media...   Read More
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Gray 
Mileage:
47,911
Engine:
6cyl, 3.3L, 276.0hp
Model #: 
64222
VIN:
KNDMB5C17K6547473
Stock #:
547473
Internet Price:  
$19,900
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