What you should know about a used car before buying it?


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What you should know about a used car before buying it?

Buying a used car near you might be a great way to save money, but it's still a major investment. At our car dealer in Elkhart, IN, we take pride in helping our customers make the best choices. Before you start seriously shopping for your next used car for sale near you, it's important to know what to ask. Let's review the most important things to know about a used car in Elkhart before you buy it!

 

What questions should I ask when buying a used car from a dealer?

When you visit our used car dealership near you, it's easy to get overwhelmed! With so many cheap cars for sale to choose from, you'll be spoiled for choice. Remember to ask the following questions about any used car near you before making a commitment.

  • "Is this the original paintwork?" - Knowing if the paint job is original or not will be telling. If the paint isn't original, that's a sign that the vehicle has experienced damage. 
  • "Where was this vehicle purchased?" - If the vehicle was acquired by trade-in, our car dealer in Elkhart, IN can provide a vehicle history report. You can get familiar with the car's maintenance records to understand its service history.
  • "What reconditioning has been performed on this car?" - R&B Car Company only sells quality used cars. We're happy to detail the reconditioning we've done on any of our used cars for sale.

 

Does age or mileage matter more?

It's impossible to say whether the age or mileage of a used car near you is more important. Age and mileage are so closely intertwined that you can't evaluate one without considering the other. To determine if a used car for sale near you has reasonable mileage for its age, simply divide the mileage by the age. The average American driver logs about 12,000-15,000 miles annually. If the mileage per year is notably higher or lower than that amount, it's a sign to get more information from our car dealer in Elkhart, IN. The most important factor is how the car was maintained, and R&B Car Company can share the maintenance history with you.

 

What should you not do when buying a car?

Equally important as knowing what to do, it's essential to know what to avoid at our used car dealership near you. When you're browsing for your next used car in Elkhart, take care to avoid doing the following things.

  • Focusing too much on monthly payments

  • Not including fuel/maintenance/insurance in your auto budget

  • Browsing for cars before you set your budget

  • Setting your heart on a specific model

  • Not reviewing the maintenance history

  • Not exploring trade-in options for your current car

 

Find affordable used cars at R&B Car Company!

Our car dealer in Elkhart, IN can't wait to show off our exciting inventory. With cheap cars for sale for every price point, there's no better place to shop for Elkhart used cars. When it's time to get serious about your next used car near you, R&B Car Company is here to guide you. Visit our used car dealership in Elkhart to start your search today!

 

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27,183
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6306
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94,072
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White
Interior: 
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Interior: 
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White
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
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Engine:
4cyl, , 203 HP
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White
Interior: 
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Mileage:
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Engine:
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