Before you start shopping for a used car, determine your budget. Consider how much you can afford to spend on the vehicle, including any additional costs such as insurance, road fund licence, and maintenance. Quite often buyers need to use some sort of finance to buy a car as they are expensive purchases. It is important to determine your affordable monthly after all your other existing outgoings; your FCA regulated dealer can also help with guidance on funding methods and affordability.
Once you have a figure in mind, it’s time to decide on your perfect next vehicle.
It is important to plan the purchase of a used car based on what you will be using the vehicle for. As brilliant and sporty as we think the Ford Mustang is, we know it might not be the most practical as a family car, if that is what you're looking for.
What will you be using the vehicle for? Is it simply going to be used for your daily commute to work? Or do you have weekend adventuring in store for your next car? TC Harrison Ford has a large range of used cars in stock, that is constantly changing, so keep checking to find your dream car.
Number of seats is an important factor when selecting your next car, you need to think carefully about how many people you will have in the vehicle at once on a day to day basis. You also need to think about how much cargo space you will need in the boot. If you require a large amount, a hatchback might not be the best option for you. A more suitable option would be an SUV, like the spacious Ford Puma, or an estate vehicle.
You should also consider how much it will cost to insure the vehicle. This is important if you are purchasing it as a first car after passing your driving test, especially at a younger age. A hatchback with a smaller engine size, such as the ever reliable Ford Fiesta, will be the cheapest option in this case, but it is vital to put the registration into insurance price comparison websites to find out the best deal.
When buying a used vehicle from a car dealership, there are various tips to follow to ensure you get the best possible outcome when it comes to securing your new ride.
One of the benefits of buying a used car is that it is often significantly cheaper than a new car, and insurance costs for used cars are typically lower than for new cars since the value of a used car is typically lower than a new one, resulting in a lower insurance premium.
Another advantage of purchasing a used car is that it has already experienced the initial depreciation, meaning that the rate of depreciation is lower than that of a new car. This is because new cars can lose as much as 20% of their value as soon as they are driven away from the dealership. By buying a used car, you can avoid this initial depreciation and save money. This can save you a significant amount of money if you decide to sell the car after a year or two of ownership. With a used car, you also have a wider range of options available to you in terms of makes and models, years, and mileage. This means that you can find a car that meets your needs and budget more easily than if you were limited to buying a new car.
Furthermore, purchasing a used car can be a more relaxed and comfortable experience. When you buy a new car, there is often a lot of pressure to decide quickly. With a used car, you can take your time, do your research, and find the right car at the right price.