Whether you should buy a new or used car is one of the biggest questions facing someone looking to change their vehicle. Both options have plus points and negatives, of course, but deciding which avenue to go down in the first place is half the battle when it comes to buying a car.
Here at Auto Sportiva, we specialise in the highest-quality used cars, delivering the very best pre-owned prestige, sports and luxury models. If you’d like to find out more then get in touch today but if you’re wondering whether you should buy a used car, here are some aspects to consider.
Price
Price is a big factor when it comes to choosing a used car. Against a brand-new vehicle, a used car will represent a considerable saving and will have already lost some of the depreciation that hits a model as soon as it leaves a forecourt.
It means you’re able to get a better deal on a vehicle and could find yourself behind the wheel of something a little nicer than you might find in the brand-new market.
Variety
There’s a whole lot of variety to enjoy in the pre-owned car market. Here at Auto Sportiva, we’ve got a wide spread of cars in all manner of colours and specifications, which makes it easier to find one which suits you right. This Porsche Cayenne, for example, gets a striking Moonlight Blue exterior contrasted by a cream interior to give it a refined, classy appearance. But if you’re after something a little more outlandish, we’ve got options that could work in that way too.
The same goes for powertrains, as within the second-hand market you’ll find a good spread of petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric setups - and they’re all available here at Auto Sportiva, too.
Mechanical
Many new cars have mechanical issues within the first few months of ownership. While many drivers often opt for a brand-new vehicle as a way to avoid mechanical hiccups, box-fresh cars can be troubled by many gremlins during those initial miles. Recalls can be issued, too.
However, with a used car many of these mechanical problems have already arisen and been fixed. The same goes for recalls, which will have to be sorted on a brand-new car and will therefore have already been rectified on a used car that you might be considering. Any car we sell here at Auto Sportiva always has a full MOT and has been fully inspected before sale.
Higher specification
When shopping for a brand-new car, you’ll need to specify certain options and extras which can quickly ramp up a particular model’s price. However, when looking at a second-hand model, you’ll be able to get all of these additions for a lot less as the total cost of the vehicle is lower.
This Land Rover Defender, for instance, has an incredibly high level of included equipment such as 20-inch alloy wheels, air suspension and three-zone climate control which would all add a hefty amount of money to the price of a new version.
At Auto Sportiva, we’ve got some of the very best pre-owned cars available on the market today. Get in touch to find out more or head to our website to see our current stock.
