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Originally Posted by retiredguy123
In my opinion, with all the new safety features and electronics coming out every year, it really doesn't make sense to buy a used car, unless you can't afford a new one.
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I used to think that...but then I got smart.
There are already so many features and electronics on newer vehicles, that there are very few major advances... from one year to the next.
Six months ago I bought a 1 model year old vehicle, with 8,200 miles on it, just coming off of a lease...and paid 27% less than the MSRP sticker (that was stashed under the seat). I'm sure that was a mistake by the dealer leaving it in there, because I doubt they want you seeing the MSRP on a used vehicle.
I ended up with an almost brand new car, after letting someone besides myself as usual...take that huge first year depreciation hit.
https://www.edmunds.com/car-buying/d...most-free.html
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According to Edmunds data, the first year is the most devastating for most new cars. Take an average midsize sedan selling for $27,660 as an example. In the first year, the car loses $7,419 of its value.
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And yes, I can certainly "afford"...a brand new model.
As for the topic...this is a new concept to me.
I can just never imagine buying a vehicle, without test driving it...and looking it over with a fine-tooth comb first.
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