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: 
Red
Interior: 
BLACK SPECIAL 40/CONSOLE/40 
Mileage:
95,531
Engine:
6cyl, , 325 HP
Model #: 
W1E
VIN:
1FTEW1EP3JFA11380
Stock #:
39178
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Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
Gray 
Mileage:
20,002
Engine:
4cyl, , 147 HP
Model #: 
23422
VIN:
3KPFT4DE3SE097476
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Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
EBONY LTHR-TRIM/SUEDED PERF 
Mileage:
46,737
Engine:
6cyl, , 335 HP
Model #: 
K4A
VIN:
2FMPK4AP5MBA54812
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39176
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Green
Mileage:
39,561
Engine:
6cyl, , 284 HP
Model #: 
25412
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5N1DR3CE9NC202868
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39175
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White
Mileage:
110,309
Engine:
8cyl, , 390 HP
Model #: 
38018
VIN:
1N6AA1E58JN509802
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39174
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White
Interior: 
BLACK LEATHER 
Mileage:
59,479
Engine:
8cyl, , 475 HP
Model #: 
W2B
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1FT8W2BT5MED83222
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39173
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$60,880
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Exterior: 
Tan
Interior: 
JAVA INT W/KINGSVILLE LEATH 
Mileage:
79,308
Engine:
6cyl, , 400 HP
Model #: 
W1E
VIN:
1FTFW1ED2PFA85263
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39172
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White
Mileage:
53,484
Engine:
8cyl, , 445 HP
Model #: 
TK20753
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1GT59MEY8NF316221
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39171
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Black
Interior: 
Jet Black w/Kalahari Accents 
Mileage:
58,702
Engine:
8cyl, , 445 HP
Model #: 
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VIN:
1GT49VEY4NF246654
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39168
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This used 2022 GMC Sierra 3500HD truck for sale has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, REMOTE START, A/C SEATS, LED HEADLAMPS, WIFI HOTSPOT, LED TAIL LAMPS, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REAR CARGO DOOR, HEATED WHEEL, SIRIUS XM, Remote Entry.R&B Car...   Read More
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White
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
113,594
Engine:
4cyl, , 178 HP
Model #: 
VMDH51
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ZFBHRFBB1K6N24349
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39166
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Used 2019 Ram ProMaster City Tradesman SLT Cargo Van for Sale. R&B Car Company South Bend South Bend, INThis well-maintained used 2019 Ram ProMaster City Tradesman SLT Cargo Van is packed with premium DESIRABLE FEATURES: LED HEADLAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, LED TAIL LAMPS, VOICE CONTROLS,...   Read More
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Black
Interior: 
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Mileage:
102,695
Engine:
4cyl, , 260 HP
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This Used 2023 Subaru Ascent SUV has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 4X4, LED HEADLAMPS, LED TAIL LAMPS, BACKUP CAMERA, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI HOTSPOT, 3RD ROW SEAT, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REAR CARGO DOOR, HEATED WHEEL, SIRIUS XM, Remote Entry.R&B Car...   Read More
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Gray
Interior: 
Black 
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127,779
Engine:
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4T3RWRFVXNU055328
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This used 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SUV for sale has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: SUN/MOONROOF, 4X4, LED HEADLAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED TAIL LAMPS, WIFI HOTSPOT, BACKUP CAMERA, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, HEATED WHEEL, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REAR CARGO DOOR, SIRIUS XM, Remote...   Read More
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
VINYL GRAY/BLACK SEATS Leather
Mileage:
11,941
Engine:
4cyl, , 275 HP
Model #: 
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1FMDE1BH8RLA44587
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39163
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This Used 2024 Ford Bronco Black Diamond includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: SUN/MOONROOF, LEATHER, OFF-ROAD PACKAGE, NAVIGATION, 4X4, APPLE CARPLAY, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, LED HEADLAMPS, WIFI HOTSPOT, HEATED SEATS, REMOTE START, SYNC4, SYNC, ANDROID AUTO, SYNC3, BLIND SPOT MONITOR,...   Read More
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White
Mileage:
38,233
Engine:
8cyl, , 355 HP
Model #: 
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1GCPYFED0LZ131080
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39161
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This Used 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 truck has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 4X4, BACKUP CAMERA, REMOTE START, WIFI HOTSPOT, LED HEADLAMPS, LED TAIL LAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BLUETOOTH, REAR CARGO DOOR, SIRIUS XM, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in Warsaw offers you this used 2020 Chevrolet...   Read More
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Black
Mileage:
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Engine:
8cyl, , 355 HP
Model #: 
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1GCUYEED5KZ307374
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39159
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This Used 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST truck for sale includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, WIFI HOTSPOT, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED TAIL LAMPS, LED HEADLAMPS, REMOTE START, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, REAR CARGO DOOR, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in South Bend offers you this used 2019...   Read More
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Red
Mileage:
43,598
Engine:
8cyl, , 355 HP
Model #: 
CK10543
VIN:
1GCUDEEDXPZ122045
Stock #:
39158
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$694.61 / month*
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CarFax
This Used 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab Short Bed RST truck for sale includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, REMOTE START, LED HEADLAMPS, BACKUP CAMERA, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED TAIL LAMPS, WIFI HOTSPOT, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, REAR CARGO DOOR, HEATED WHEEL, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE,...   Read More
Exterior: 
Silver
Interior: 
Black 
Mileage:
30,076
Engine:
8cyl, , 395 HP
Model #: 
DT6H98
VIN:
1C6SRFFT5NN399654
Stock #:
39157
Sale Price:  
$37,988
$604.44 / month*
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This Used 2022 Ram 1500 truck has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: NAVIGATION, 4X4, ALLOY-WHEELS, REMOTE START, LED HEADLAMPS, WIFI HOTSPOT, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, REAR CARGO DOOR, HEATED WHEEL, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, SIRIUS XM, Remote Entry.Service and Maintenance Completed: Our...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Mileage:
108,758
Engine:
8cyl, , 355 HP
Model #: 
TK10543
VIN:
1GTU9DED7KZ149854
Stock #:
39156
Sale Price:  
$31,488
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This used 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 truck for sale has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, LED HEADLAMPS, BACKUP CAMERA, REMOTE START, LED TAIL LAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI HOTSPOT, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROLS, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, HEATED WHEEL, REAR CARGO DOOR, SIRIUS XM, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Mileage:
92,094
Engine:
6cyl, , 277 HP
Model #: 
CK10543
VIN:
1GCUYEET3MZ290407
Stock #:
39155
Sale Price:  
$32,355
$514.81 / month*
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CarFax
This Used 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD Crew Cab Short Bed RST truck for sale includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, ALLOY-WHEELS, LED HEADLAMPS, LED TAIL LAMPS, REMOTE START, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, BLUETOOTH, HEATED WHEEL, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REAR CARGO DOOR, SIRIUS XM, Remote...   Read More
Exterior: 
White
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
57,169
Engine:
8cyl, , 401 HP
Model #: 
CK20743
VIN:
1GC4YME70MF292498
Stock #:
39154
Sale Price:  
$38,455
$611.87 / month*
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CarFax
This Used 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4WD Crew Cab Standard Bed Custom truck for sale includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, LED HEADLAMPS, LED TAIL LAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, REAR CARGO DOOR, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in South Bend offers you this used 2021...   Read More
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
BLACK SPORT 40/CONSOLE/40 
Mileage:
46,193
Engine:
8cyl, , 395 HP
Model #: 
W1E
VIN:
1FTEW1E51LFA86550
Stock #:
39153
Sale Price:  
$36,800
$585.54 / month*
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This used 2020 Ford F-150 truck for sale has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, NAVIGATION, LED HEADLAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI HOTSPOT, REMOTE START, BACKUP CAMERA, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, REAR CARGO DOOR, SIRIUS XM, RUNNING BOARDS, Remote Entry.R&B Car Company in Fort Wayne offers you this...   Read More
Exterior: 
Red
Interior: 
Sahara Beige w/Jet Black Accen Leather
Mileage:
73,929
Engine:
6cyl, , 310 HP
Model #: 
6NF26
VIN:
1GYKNBRS1KZ239303
Stock #:
39152
Sale Price:  
$20,455
$325.47 / month*
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This Used 2019 Cadillac XT5 Standard includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, LEATHER, HEATED SEATS, APPLE CARPLAY, LED TAIL LAMPS, WIFI HOTSPOT, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, ANDROID AUTO, REMOTE START, LED HEADLAMPS, AWD, BLUETOOTH, RADAR SENSING, VOICE CONTROLS, REAR CARGO DOOR, DUAL-ZONE...   Read More
Exterior: 
Black
Interior: 
Jet Black 
Mileage:
78,645
Engine:
8cyl, , 355 HP
Model #: 
CK15706
VIN:
1GNSKBKC8LR178395
Stock #:
39151
Sale Price:  
$33,988
$540.80 / month*
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This Used 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 4X4, LED HEADLAMPS, 3RD ROW SEAT, REMOTE START, ALLOY-WHEELS, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, VOICE CONTROLS, BLUETOOTH, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE, REAR CARGO DOOR, SIRIUS XM, RUNNING BOARDS, Remote Entry.R&B Car...   Read More
Exterior: 
Gray
Interior: 
Black Leather
Mileage:
90,458
Engine:
8cyl, , 395 HP
Model #: 
DT6X98
VIN:
1C6SRFLT8LN255825
Stock #:
39150
Sale Price:  
$31,880
$507.25 / month*
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This Used 2020 Ram 1500 truck has the following DESIRABLE FEATURES:: 360 CAMERA, SUN/MOONROOF, NAVIGATION, 4X4, ALLOY-WHEELS, WIFI HOTSPOT, LED TAIL LAMPS, HEATED REAR SEATS, REMOTE START, LED HEADLAMPS, A/C SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, VOICE CONTROLS, LANE DEPARTURE WARNING, BLIND SPOT MONITOR,...   Read More
Exterior: 
Blue
Interior: 
New Saddle/Black 
Mileage:
50,679
Engine:
8cyl, , 395 HP
Model #: 
DT6R98
VIN:
1C6SRFKT8NN188499
Stock #:
39149
Sale Price:  
$42,788
$680.82 / month*
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This Used 2022 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn truck for sale includes the following DESIRABLE FEATURES: 4X4, NAVIGATION, 360 CAMERA, LED TAIL LAMPS, A/C SEATS, LED HEADLAMPS, ALLOY-WHEELS, REMOTE START, HEATED REAR SEATS, BACKUP CAMERA, WIFI HOTSPOT, HEADS UP DISPLAY, BLUETOOTH, BLIND SPOT MONITOR, LANE...   Read More
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