While shopping for a used car near you, you are likely thinking purely about the right things to do. You should note, however, that there are a few things to avoid when buying a used car. The fact is that it is very important to understand these things. After all, if you don’t understand the things to avoid, you may end up with something you don’t want. For this reason, we at R&B Car Company’s car dealership in South Bend, Indiana, want to help inform you of what not to do when shopping for a vehicle. Therefore, we’ve compiled a helpful list below.
1. Visiting A Dealer Without A Budget
If you visit a car dealership in South Bend, Indiana, or anywhere else without first knowing how much you want to spend, you could end up making a serious financial mistake. Therefore, you should always get an idea of how much you want to spend when you are in the market for a used car near you. To deduce how much you want to spend, you should craft a budget based on your current financial situation along with every cost associated with buying a car, which can be seen below:
Vehicle Price
Maintenance Costs
Fuel
Registration Fee
Initial Fees/Taxes
2. Shopping Without Considering The Vehicles You Want
Going into a used car lot near you without first understanding what you want is the same as going into a shoe store without having an idea of the shoe you want. In either case, you will likely leave with something you didn’t want in the first place. Hence, you should always do prior research before making a purchase, especially when it comes to something financially significant, like purchasing a used car near you. If you need something to haul a heavy trailer, for example, you shouldn’t look for a sedan. Instead, you should find vehicles that are capable of towing, such as used trucks for sale near you.
3. Forgoing Online Research
Ideally, you shouldn’t visit a used car lot near you without first doing some online research. Truthfully, when it comes to determining a dealership’s reputation and quality, a lot can be deduced by simply looking online. While searching online, there are several elements you should watch for, which can be seen in the following list:
Easily Accessible Website
Diverse Inventory
Many Forms Of Contact
Positive Customer Reviews
At R&B Car Company’s car dealership in South Bend, Indiana, we set a shining example of what you should look for in a high-quality dealership. Thus, you can come to visit us if you are nearby or use our website to compare against the websites of dealerships near you.
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4. Deciding On The First Vehicle You Like
Whether you are shopping for used cars with South Bend dealers or any other car dealers, you should never decide on the first vehicle that catches your eye. After all, there may be something that suits you much better than the first vehicle you see. With this being said, you should keep an open mind when searching for vehicles, considering all of your options.
5. Skipping A Test Drive
The final thing you should avoid when shopping for a vehicle is skipping the test drive. In fact, a test drive is possibly the most important part of choosing a vehicle. During a test drive, you will be able to get an understanding of the handling of every car that interests you. Once you understand how each vehicle handles, you can then compare each test drive to deduce the most suitable vehicle for you. Below, you can find the most common things to observe during a test drive:
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This Used 2018 Honda Accord Sedan Sport 1.5T includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: ANDROID AUTO, APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REMOTE ENTRY.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2018 Honda Accord Sedan sedan for sale near South Bend includes: Infotainment... Read More
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This Used 2018 Ford Focus has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: NAVIGATION, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, APPLE CARPLAY, HEATED SEATS, BLUETOOTH, HID HEADLIGHTS, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR SENSING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY, PREMIUM SOUND.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2018 Ford Focus... Read More
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This Used 2016 Chrysler 200 S includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLUETOOTH, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2016 Chrysler 200 sedan for sale near South Bend includes: Infotainment System, Keyless Start, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth... Read More
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Exterior:
Black
Mileage:
66,118
Model #:
JSCL27
VIN:
1C3BCBEG8DN758117
Stock #:
36849
Sale Price:
$9,980
This Used 2013 Chrysler 200, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: ALLOY-WHEELS, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2013 Chrysler 200 coupe for sale near South Bend includes: Infotainment System, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Homelink System, Keyless Entry.MECHANICAL FEATURES:... Read More
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This Used 2023 Kia Rio has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: APPLE CARPLAY, BACKUP CAMERA, ANDROID AUTO, BLUETOOTH, REMOTE ENTRY.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2023 Kia Rio sedan Includes the following features to make your drive more enjoyable: Smart Device Integration, Bluetooth Connection,... Read More
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This Used 2021 Kia Forte has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLUETOOTH, REMOTE ENTRY.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2021 Kia Forte sedan Includes the following features to make your drive more enjoyable: Bluetooth Connection, Smart Device Integration,... Read More
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This Used 2021 Hyundai Venue has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: ANDROID AUTO, APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLUETOOTH, REMOTE ENTRY.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2021 Hyundai Venue sedan Includes the following features to make your drive more enjoyable: Bluetooth Connection, Smart Device... Read More
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Exterior:
Gray
Interior:
BlackLeather
Mileage:
104,104
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 295.0hp
Model #:
UFCS41
VIN:
1C3CCCCG6FN740439
Stock #:
36819
Sale Price:
$11,580
This used 2015 Chrysler 200, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, HEATED SEATS, REMOTE START, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2015 Chrysler 200 C located at our R&B Car Company Fort Wayne used car dealership near Fort Wayne, IN features a... Read More
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This Used 2016 Cadillac CTS Sedan has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: NAVIGATION, PANORAMIC ROOF, SUN/MOONROOF, LEATHER, 360 CAMERA, ALLOY-WHEELS, HEATED REAR SEATS, LED TAILIGHTS, AWD, A/C SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, POWER SUNROOF, ANDROID AUTO, LED HEADLIGHTS, APPLE CARPLAY, WIFI HOTSPOT, HEATED... Read More
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This Used 2021 Nissan Sentra SV includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: ALLOY-WHEELS, ANDROID AUTO, APPLE CARPLAY, REMOTE START, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2021 Nissan Sentra SV located at our R&B... Read More
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This Used 2021 BMW 330i xDrive 330i xDrive includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: NAVIGATION, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED HEADLIGHTS, AWD, APPLE CARPLAY, POWER SUNROOF, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2021 BMW 330i... Read More
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This Used 2020 Chevrolet Malibu has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: SUN/MOONROOF, PANORAMIC ROOF, LEATHER, REMOTE START, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, WIFI HOTSPOT, BACKUP CAMERA, HEATED SEATS, LED HEADLIGHTS, LED TAILIGHTS, POWER SUNROOF, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR... Read More
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This Used 2018 Toyota Camry has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: LEATHER, APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED HEADLIGHTS, HEATED SEATS, ANDROID AUTO, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, BLUETOOTH, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, RADAR SENSING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2018 Toyota Camry XSE located at... Read More
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This Used 2019 Toyota Camry has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: LEATHER, SUN/MOONROOF, DUAL-MOONROOF, PANORAMIC ROOF, APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED HEADLIGHTS, POWER SUNROOF, ANDROID AUTO, WIFI HOTSPOT, REMOTE START, HEATED SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, LED TAILIGHTS, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, BLIND... Read More
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This Used 2020 Ford Fusion has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: AWD, ANDROID AUTO, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, ALLOY-WHEELS, REMOTE START, APPLE CARPLAY, HEATED SEATS, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE... Read More
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This preowned 2021 Ram ProMaster Cargo Van 2500 High Roof 159" WB located at our R&B Car Company Warsaw used car dealership near Warsaw, IN features a Bright White Clearcoat exterior with a Black interior and has only 84,882 miles.TECHNOLOGY FEATURES: This used 2021 Ram ProMaster Cargo Van... Read More
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This Used 2018 Genesis G80 3.3T Sport includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: PANORAMIC ROOF, 360 CAMERA, LEATHER, NAVIGATION, HEATED REAR SEATS, AWD, LED HEADLIGHTS, BACKUP CAMERA, HEATED SEATS, POWER SUNROOF, A/C SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, APPLE CARPLAY, REMOTE START, ANDROID AUTO, RADAR SENSING,... Read More
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This Used 2019 Dodge Challenger has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: ANDROID AUTO, APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, AWD, REMOTE START, BLUETOOTH, RADAR SENSING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2019 Dodge Challenger GT located at our R&B Car Company Warsaw used car dealership near... Read More
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This Used 2022 Chrysler 300 has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: NAVIGATION, LEATHER, HEATED SEATS, POWER SUNROOF, ALLOY-WHEELS, ANDROID AUTO, APPLE CARPLAY, WIFI HOTSPOT, REMOTE START, RADAR SENSING, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REMOTE ENTRY, PREMIUM SOUND,... Read More
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This used 2021 Chrysler 300, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, REMOTE START, WIFI HOTSPOT, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, HEATED SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR SENSING, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, PREMIUM SOUND, REMOTE ENTRY, SIRIUS XM.TECHNOLOGY... Read More
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CARFAX 1 owner, Free CARFAX report! This Used 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, APPLE CARPLAY, HEATED SEATS, LED HEADLIGHTS, ANDROID AUTO, REMOTE START, WIFI HOTSPOT, LED TAILIGHTS, VOICE CONTROLS, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING,... Read More
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This Used 2020 Chevrolet Camaro has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: SUN/MOONROOF, LEATHER, NAVIGATION, ANDROID AUTO, A/C SEATS, REMOTE START, APPLE CARPLAY, LED TAILIGHTS, BACKUP CAMERA, LED HEADLIGHTS, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI HOTSPOT, POWER SUNROOF, HEATED SEATS, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, LANE... Read More
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This Used 2014 Lincoln MKZ, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: SUN/MOONROOF, LEATHER, NAVIGATION, REMOTE START, LED TAILIGHTS, A/C SEATS, WIFI HOTSPOT, HEATED SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, HEATED REAR SEATS, POWER SUNROOF, AWD, LED HEADLIGHTS, SYNC, BLUETOOTH, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, RADAR... Read More
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This Used 2018 MINI Countryman, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: DUAL-MOONROOF, LEATHER, SUN/MOONROOF, BACKUP CAMERA, LED HEADLIGHTS, AWD, HEATED SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED TAILIGHTS, POWER SUNROOF, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, POWER LIFTGATE, REMOTE ENTRY.Service... Read More
The list of standard equipment and accessories contained on this document reflect equipment which was standard at the time vehicle was manufactured. This vehicle may or may not contain some or most of the equipment and accessories listed as a result of the vehicle identification number equipment compilation provided by a third party source. This VIN equipment compilation is provided as a service by the dealer and a third party source and is in no way intended to serve as a warranty or list of actual equipment contained on the vehicle.
*Payments for all vehicles are calculated based on an average payment formula, and do not necessarily reflect the APR and / or term that may be available for an applicant.
