Why You Should Buy a Used Truck

Are you considering buying a used pickup truck as opposed to a new one? If not, you should because there are many great reasons to buy used! Especially with the current problems with the scarcity of new vehicles, purchasing used is becoming more popular. Here are some of the benefits of buying a used truck:

Durability

Pickup trucks are among the most reliable and durable vehicles on the market. Trucks are built tough and built to last. Trucks are built to endure 30 years of use with ease, so if you buy a truck that’s a few or even a decade old, it’s still able to look and handle at the same high level! As long as you keep your vehicle healthy and service it when you’re supposed to, trucks are able to handle high mileage as well! 

Depreciation

A new truck loses a significant amount of its value as soon as it’s driven off the lot. Trucks are said to lose around 50% of their value in the first 4-5 years after purchase. However, in the following 5 years, it only depreciates 10-20%. This means when you buy a used truck, you’re paying the actual value of the vehicle, and if you decide to sell it you’ll usually get back most of what you paid which does not happen if you purchase a new truck. 

Features and Equipment

The most common misconception regarding the purchase of a used truck is that you cannot get good equipment packages and features. While it’s true that you may not get the most recent and brand new features, you can still get better equipment on a used truck than a new one. When buying a new truck, most of the optional extra equipment costs extra which can add up quickly sometimes can even add 50% to the cost of the vehicle. When the truck with additional equipment is used, those features will now cost a small fraction of what they were originally paid. In some cases, a used truck with many luxurious features will still cost less than a new truck with just the standard features. 

Better Selection

With the inventory problems for new trucks right now, used trucks are becoming more and more popular and are far more available. This means the truck you’re looking for or your perfect truck is far more likely to be found as a used truck. Aside from this, buying a new truck limits you to just a few design choices, looks, and options. When buying used, there is no limit to the number of looks, equipment, colors, packages, trims, and more! 

Better Prices

This is the best reason to buy a used truck: it’s going to be a lot cheaper than buying a new truck because you’re going to be paying what the truck is truly worth at that stage in its life. You’re going to find that used trucks consistently have much lower prices than new trucks. So if you’re looking for a great truck that won’t break the bank, consider purchasing a used truck in Baton Rouge today! 

Check out our excellent used truck selection and stop by the dealership today! 

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