Buying Your First Used Car? Here are a Few Tips

Looking at purchasing a first car for you or a loved one? This process can be super daunting but we want to make sure you feel confident and take pride in your first used car purchase here at Hebert’s Town and Country Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Shreveport, Louisiana!

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One of the most important things to determine before going out to shop for your first used car is the budget and what you will be using the vehicle for. After determining these two factors, you will be ready to go shopping! The budget is going to differ for every shopper but if we had to suggest a range for most shoppers, you can find great vehicles between $10,000-$20,000. If you have more to spend on a vehicle, fantastic! If you’re looking for a little less than that range, don’t fret! We have great options for less than $10,000 as well.

Next, you will need to determine what you will use the vehicle for. If you are just commuting back and forth between work and school, a sedan or hatchback will be of great value to you and return the best fuel mileage! If you need to carry more cargo or even do some towing, a light-duty truck or crossover will do the trick. Trucks and crossovers will cost more than smaller cars and if you are looking in the same budget, you may have to be alright with higher mileage or sacrifice features to stay within budget.

Popular features to consider are a backup camera, Bluetooth hands-free for phone calls, and an excellent safety rating. If you can find additional features in your budget, like active safety technologies and Apple CarPlay, those will add to the experience of owning the vehicle.

Of course, the lower miles the better. If you looking for a Toyota or Honda, those tend to be the most reliable at the higher mileage range but there are several other extremely reliable options. If you want worry-free motoring, consider adding an extended warranty contract to your purchase.

If you have any specific questions regarding your first used car purchase, contact us here at Hebert’s Town and Country in Shreveport, LA today! You can have a seamless and hassle-free purchasing experience thanks to our online shopping program. We look forward to earning your business!