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When it comes to purchasing a used car, you may be trying to decide if it’s better to buy from an individual seller or from a used car dealership. While private sellers may offer attractive deals, opting for a dealership brings along numerous benefits.
A significant advantage of purchasing a used car from a dealership is the broad variety of used cars. Dealers typically have an extensive inventory with vehicles of different makes, models, model years, and price ranges. This variety of vehicles allows buyers to explore numerous options and find the vehicle that best suits their specific needs, preferences, and price ranges. In addition, used car dealerships frequently update their inventory, ensuring that there’s always a fresh selection of vehicles for potential buyers.
When shopping for a used car, you’d like to know that the vehicle you select is in good working order. Most private sellers will offer their vehicles as is and may do little more to prepare the car for sale than to give it a wash. Used car dealerships, on the other hand, will have the vehicles checked over from top to bottom to meet certain standards of quality that they’ve established for the vehicles they’re going to offer for sale. Typically, the car is carefully detailed inside and out, and any significant mechanical problems will be addressed before the vehicle goes out on the dealership’s lot. In contrast, a private seller may not be aware of problems that exist with the car or may even intentionally withhold information about the history of the vehicle or any known issues with the workings of the car.
Used car dealerships often have established relationships with multiple lenders, including banks and credit unions. They can offer a range of financing options to suit different credit profiles and budgets and may offer special financing deals from time to time. They also typically handle all the financing paperwork in-house, making it more convenient for buyers. They can help to complete the financing application and will process all the paperwork for you, including the necessary registration of the vehicle and the collection of taxes that may be due. When you purchase from a private seller, you’ll have to arrange your own financing. This means that you’ll have to make application and try to negotiate favorable terms on your own. In addition, the responsibility for all of the documentation falls to you.
Customer service and support can vary significantly when purchasing a used car from a dealer compared to a private seller. Dealerships typically have dedicated sales teams and customer service departments, trained to guide customers through the entire buying process, answer questions, and provide support before, during, and after the sale. Dealers will often provide warranties or service contracts on used cars, providing additional peace of mind for the buyer. In addition, dealers will have access to information regarding recalls or safety concerns related to the vehicle being purchased and can facilitate necessary repairs or modifications. Remember, a used car dealership relies heavily on building and maintaining a reputation for honest dealing and quality service, so they want you to be a happy customer.
A private seller will not typically offer anything approaching the level of support from the dealerships. Their primary goal is to sell the vehicle and they may not be able to provide any more assistance than to answer question about the vehicle’s history or current condition. Any paperwork involving the transfer of title will be your responsibility.
Purchasing a used car from a dealership offers may advantages over purchasing from a private seller. Buying from a dealer provides a more structured and supported experience, with a higher likelihood of receiving reliable information about the vehicle’s history and condition. Dealers offer a wide variety of vehicles, and their sales staffs can assist you in finding the right one for you. A dealership can provide a level of assurance through their established reputation and accountability. They typically inspect their vehicles carefully so that you can be certain that the vehicle you purchase meets a certain standard of quality and safety. Dealers can provide warranties or service contracts that will take care of all or part of any repairs that are needed during the warranty period. Dealers obtain financing for their customers, comparing terms from multiple lenders to obtain the best financing package available. They handle all the necessary paperwork to complete the transaction and may even offer to notify your insurance company of your purchase. Given all of these advantages, it’s clear that purchasing your next used vehicle from a dealership is the best way forward.
If you’re in the market for quality used vehicle, you should be able to find a low mileage, reliable, and affordable vehicle at Used Car Sales Direct. We have been one of the most trusted used car dealers in this area for years, and we have a vast wealth of experience offering quality vehicles. We constantly update our inventory, so you’ll have a wide selection to choose from. Each of our low mileage used vehicles has gone through a multi-point analysis performed by one of our highly trained technicians. They meticulously check the vehicle inside and out, under the bonnet, and on the road to make sure that the vehicle you purchase here is in tip top shape. Whether you’re in the market for one of our vehicles, need service or repairs to your vehicle, or need to get an MOT inspection, we are the place to go.
If you’d like to learn more about our used car inventory, visit our website or give us a call at either of our locations. In Exeter, call 01392 717888, and in Wellington call 01823 0795 437. Better yet, stop by and see us! We look forward to serving you!