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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Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Gray 
Mileage:
57,431
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 147.0hp
Model #: 
484A2F4P
VIN:
5NPD84LF6LH528666
Stock #:
36058
Original:
$22,000
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$18,500
$294.36 / month*
This Used 2020 Hyundai Elantra, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, ANDROID AUTO, BACKUP CAMERA, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, BLUETOOTH, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT, SIRIUS XM.This used 2020 Hyundai Elantra SEL SEL located at our R&B Car...   Read More
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
33,922
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 146.0hp
Model #: 
K2442
VIN:
KNDERCAA8M7225705
Stock #:
36057
Original:
$29,095
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$25,595
$407.25 / month*
This Used 2021 Kia Seltos has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: LEATHER, AWD, PWR SUNROOF, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, APPLE CARPLAY, REMOTE START, HTD SEATS, ANDROID AUTO, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, RADAR SENSING, VOICE CONTROLS, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, BLUETOOTH, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT, SIRIUS XM.This...   Read More
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Ebony Black Leather
Mileage:
59,195
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 365.0hp
Model #: 
K8H
VIN:
1FM5K8HT0KGA77972
Stock #:
36056
Sale Price:  
$34,880
$554.99 / month*
This used 2019 Ford Explorer, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, 4X4, DUAL-MOONROOF, NAV, PANO ROOF, AWD, HTD ST. WHEEL, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED TAIL LTS, BACKUP CAMERA, AUTO PARK ASSIST, SYNC3, HTD SEATS, APPLE CARPLAY, ANDROID AUTO, A/C SEATS, PWR SUNROOF, SYNC, HTD REAR SEATS, 3RD ROW...   Read More
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Jet Black with Cinnamon accent Leather
Mileage:
50,645
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 237.0hp
Model #: 
6ZE26
VIN:
1GYFZFR44LF086286
Stock #:
36055
Sale Price:  
$32,880
$523.17 / month*
This used 2020 Cadillac XT4, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: DUAL-MOONROOF, LEATHER, PANO ROOF, AWD, HTD SEATS, WIFI HOTSPOT, PWR SUNROOF, HTD REAR SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, HTD ST. WHEEL, LED HEADLTS, REMOTE START, APPLE CARPLAY, BACKUP CAMERA, ANDROID AUTO, LED TAIL LTS, VOICE CONTROLS, RADAR...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Eucalyptus Leather
Mileage:
144,367
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 290.0hp
Model #: 
YD4H8EKNW
VIN:
5FRYD4H87EB502312
Stock #:
36054
Original:
$18,488
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$14,988
This Used 2014 Acura MDX has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, PANO ROOF, DUAL-MOONROOF, NAV, PWR SUNROOF, LED HEADLTS, A/C SEATS, ANDROID AUTO, BACKUP CAMERA, DVD, LED TAIL LTS, HTD ST. WHEEL, ALLOY-WHEELS, APPLE CARPLAY, AWD, HTD REAR SEATS, 3RD ROW SEAT, HTD SEATS, REMOTE START, VOICE...   Read More
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
114,594
Engine:
6cyl, 2.7L, 325.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
W1E
VIN:
1FTEW1EP9KFA88174
Stock #:
36053
Original:
$30,488
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$26,988
This Used 2019 Ford F-150, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, SYNC, REMOTE START, HTD SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, SYNC3, WIFI HOTSPOT, APPLE CARPLAY, TOW PKG, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, AUX PORT, RUNNING BOARDS, REMOTE ENTRY, SIRIUS XM.This used 2019 Ford F-150 XLT XLT...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
106,833
Engine:
8cyl, 5.3L, 355.0hp
Cab Type: 
Extended Cab Pickup
Model #: 
CK10753
VIN:
1GCRYCEF9KZ377617
Stock #:
36052
Original:
$33,488
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$29,988
This Used 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, ANDROID AUTO, REMOTE START, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, TOW PKG, AUX PORT, REMOTE ENTRY, SIRIUS XM, RUNNING BOARDS.This used 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom Trail Boss...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
85,169
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 295.0hp
Model #: 
9424
VIN:
2T2BZMCA1JC137722
Stock #:
36051
Original:
$30,488
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$26,988
$429.42 / month*
This Used 2018 Lexus RX 350 has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: LEATHER, PANO ROOF, HTD REAR SEATS, APPLE CARPLAY, LED HEADLTS, PWR SUNROOF, BACKUP CAMERA, AWD, ALLOY-WHEELS, ANDROID AUTO, HTD SEATS, VOICE CONTROLS, HID HEADLIGHTS, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, BLUETOOTH, PWR LIFTGATE, DUAL-ZONE...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black Leather
Mileage:
112,222
Engine:
8cyl, 6.2L, 420.0hp
Model #: 
TK15906
VIN:
1GKS2JKJXFR273163
Stock #:
36050
Original:
$31,488
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$27,988
This Used 2015 GMC Yukon XL has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 4X4, NAV, LEATHER, 3RD ROW SEAT, A/C SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, ANDROID AUTO, REMOTE START, HTD SEATS, WIFI HOTSPOT, ALLOY-WHEELS, HTD ST. WHEEL, APPLE CARPLAY, HTD REAR SEATS, PWR SUNROOF, LED HEADLTS, HID HEADLIGHTS, HEADS UP DISPLAY,...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
97,345
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 147.0hp
Model #: 
48412F45
VIN:
5NPD74LFXKH406250
Stock #:
36049
Original:
$16,380
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$12,880
$204.94 / month*
This Used 2019 Hyundai Elantra has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT, SIRIUS XM.This preowned 2019 Hyundai Elantra SE located at our R&B Car Company Warsaw used car dealership near Warsaw, IN features a Quartz White Pearl exterior with a Black...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Gray
Mileage:
104,769
Engine:
4cyl, 1.8L, 134.0hp
VIN:
JTDKN3DU3F1948193
Stock #:
36048
Original:
$17,488
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$13,988
Exterior: 
Silver
Interior: 
Graphite 
Mileage:
61,451
Engine:
4cyl, 1.6L, 122.0hp
Model #: 
10211
VIN:
3N1CN8EV1ML891168
Stock #:
36047
Sale Price:  
$17,355
$276.14 / month*
This used 2021 Nissan Versa, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: APPLE CARPLAY, BACKUP CAMERA, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLUETOOTH, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, AUX PORT, REMOTE ENTRY, SIRIUS XM.This preowned 2021 Nissan Versa SV located at our R&B Car Company Fort Wayne used car...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Ebony Black Leather
Mileage:
82,098
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 290.0hp
Model #: 
K8F
VIN:
1FM5K8F88GGA16441
Stock #:
36046
Original:
$23,380
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$19,880
$316.32 / month*
This Used 2016 Ford Explorer Limited, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: DUAL-MOONROOF, 4X4, PANO ROOF, NAV, LEATHER, BACKUP CAMERA, REMOTE START, A/C SEATS, SYNC3, SYNC, APPLE CARPLAY, PWR SUNROOF, LED HEADLTS, HTD REAR SEATS, 3RD ROW SEAT, HTD SEATS, HTD ST. WHEEL, AWD, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Light Neutral w/Medium Cashmer Leather
Mileage:
85,546
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, hp
Model #: 
6AC69
VIN:
1G6AH5R34F0141429
Stock #:
36045
Original:
$19,495
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$15,995
$254.50 / month*
This Used 2015 Cadillac ATS Sedan [#vt includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, LED HEADLTS, ALLOY-WHEELS, PWR SUNROOF, REMOTE START, AWD, APPLE CARPLAY, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, ANDROID AUTO, HTD SEATS, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, RADAR SENSING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Brown
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
101,721
Engine:
8cyl, 5.3L, 355.0hp
Cab Type: 
Extended Cab Pickup
Model #: 
TK15753
VIN:
1GTV2MEC5HZ250237
Stock #:
36044
Original:
$30,280
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$26,780
This Used 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 [#vt includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI HOTSPOT, BACKUP CAMERA, HID HEADLIGHTS, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, SIRIUS XM, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT.This preowned 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE located at our R&B Car Company South Bend used car...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Steel Leather
Mileage:
109,415
Engine:
8cyl, 6.7L, 440.0hp
Cab Type: 
Crew Cab Pickup
Model #: 
W2B
VIN:
1FT7W2BTXFEA49055
Stock #:
36043
Original:
$41,495
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$37,995
This Used 2015 Ford Super Duty F-250 Pickup has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 4X4, DIESEL, FX4 OFF-ROAD PKG, NAV, PWR SUNROOF, A/C SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, SYNC, BACKUP CAMERA, 5TH WHEEL TOW PKG, APPLE CARPLAY, REMOTE START, ANDROID AUTO, HTD SEATS, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, TOW PKG, DUAL-ZONE...   Read More
Exterior: 
Purple
Interior: 
Cocoa/ Light Ash Gray 
Mileage:
98,498
Engine:
6cyl, 3.6L, 310.0hp
Model #: 
TNL26
VIN:
1GKKNULS5HZ218431
Stock #:
36042
Original:
$23,495
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$19,995
$318.15 / month*
This Used 2017 GMC Acadia SLT, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: NAV, LEATHER, DUAL-MOONROOF, WIFI HOTSPOT, ALLOY-WHEELS, ANDROID AUTO, BACKUP CAMERA, LED TAIL LTS, HTD SEATS, LED HEADLTS, REMOTE START, 3RD ROW SEAT, PWR SUNROOF, APPLE CARPLAY, AWD, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, BLIND SPOT MONITOR,...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
90,489
Engine:
8cyl, 6.7L, 400.0hp
Cab Type: 
Extended Cab Pickup
Model #: 
X3B
VIN:
1FT8X3BT8EEB23420
Stock #:
36041
Original:
$37,495
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$33,995
$540.91 / month*
This Used 2014 Ford Super Duty F-350 SRW Pickup has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: DIESEL, LEATHER, 4X4, BACKUP CAMERA, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI HOTSPOT, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, TOW PKG, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT, SIRIUS XM.This preowned 2014 Ford Super Duty F-350 SRW Pickup Lariat...   Read More
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Light Platinum/Taupe Leather
Mileage:
70,044
Engine:
4cyl, 2.0L, 252.0hp
Model #: 
TXD26
VIN:
3GKALXEX7KL112914
Stock #:
36040
Sale Price:  
$26,995
$429.53 / month*
This used 2019 GMC Terrain, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: NAV, LEATHER, AWD, HTD SEATS, WIFI HOTSPOT, APPLE CARPLAY, BACKUP CAMERA, ANDROID AUTO, REMOTE START, HTD ST. WHEEL, ALLOY-WHEELS, RADAR SENSING, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, PWR LIFTGATE, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS...   Read More
CarFax
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Jet Black Leather
Mileage:
80,361
Engine:
4cyl, 1.4L, 153.0hp
Model #: 
1BS69
VIN:
1G1BF5SM6H7133295
Stock #:
36039
Original:
$18,880
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$15,380
$244.72 / month*
This Used 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, REMOTE START, ANDROID AUTO, HTD SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, HTD ST. WHEEL, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, APPLE CARPLAY, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, REMOTE ENTRY, SIRIUS XM, AUX PORT.This used 2017 Chevrolet Cruze Premier Premier...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
47,149
Engine:
6cyl, 3.5L, 306.0hp
Model #: 
9216
VIN:
JTHSE5BC2F5000512
Stock #:
36038
Sale Price:  
$31,255
$497.31 / month*
This used 2015 Lexus RC 350, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: BACKUP CAMERA, LED HEADLTS, HTD SEATS, ALLOY-WHEELS, AWD, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REMOTE ENTRY, AUX PORT, SIRIUS XM.This preowned 2015 Lexus RC 350 2dr Cpe AWD located at our R&B Car Company Fort Wayne used car...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black Leather
Mileage:
141,591
Engine:
8cyl, 5.3L, hp
Model #: 
CK15706
VIN:
1GNSKBKC1KR300061
Stock #:
36037
Original:
$33,380
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$29,880
This Used 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: LEATHER, 4X4, REMOTE START, 3RD ROW SEAT, HTD SEATS, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI HOTSPOT, APPLE CARPLAY, BACKUP CAMERA, VOICE CONTROLS, TOW PKG, RADAR SENSING, BLUETOOTH, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, PWR LIFTGATE, DUAL-ZONE...   Read More
Exterior: 
Green
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
80,527
Engine:
6cyl, 3.2L, 271.0hp
Model #: 
KLJH74
VIN:
1C4PJMBX1KD442990
Stock #:
36036
Sale Price:  
$24,880
$395.88 / month*
This used 2019 Jeep Cherokee, has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, APPLE CARPLAY, LED HEADLTS, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLUETOOTH, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, RADAR SENSING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, PREMIUM SOUND, AUX PORT, REMOTE ENTRY, SIRIUS XM.This preowned 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Elite located...   Read More
Exterior: 
Silver
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
114,883
Engine:
4cyl, 2.4L, 185.0hp
Model #: 
RM4H5CJW
VIN:
2HKRM4H56CH119035
Stock #:
36035
Original:
$17,488
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$13,988
This Used 2012 Honda CR-V has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 4X4, PWR SUNROOF, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, AUX PORT, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2012 Honda CR-V EX located at our R&B Car Company Warsaw used car dealership near Warsaw, IN features a Alabaster Silver Metallic exterior...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Black Pearl 
Mileage:
118,928
Engine:
3cyl, 1.5L, 134.0hp
Model #: 
17MK
VIN:
WMZYV5C37H3C02077
Stock #:
36034
Original:
$20,380
$3500 Minimum Trade Allowance
-$3,500
Internet Price:  
$16,880
This Used 2017 MINI Countryman has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: DUAL-MOONROOF, APPLE CARPLAY, HTD SEATS, AWD, ANDROID AUTO, ALLOY-WHEELS, PWR SUNROOF, BLUETOOTH, RADAR SENSING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, AUX PORT, REMOTE ENTRY.This preowned 2017 MINI Countryman Cooper located at our R&B Car Company...   Read More
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