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What Is Good Mileage for a Used Car?

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Are you considering buying a used vehicle in the Paducah area but concerned about repair costs on an older model? It’s important to know what is considered high mileage on a used car during the purchasing process. Find out how to identify the best low-mileage used cars for sale with Country Chevrolet GMC below, and of course, don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions!

What Is Considered High Mileage for a Used Car?

As the lifespan of a car increases the cost of vehicle repairs increases exponentially as well. Many Murray shoppers opt for older cars that are below 100,000 miles. However, taking into consideration that the average driver puts about 10,000 – 13,000 miles per year on their vehicle, there are some critical factors to take into account:

  • Regularly Scheduled Maintenance: A vehicle with 15,000 miles on it that did not receive regular maintenance may have more issues than a vehicle with 30,000 miles on it that did receive regular maintenance. When purchasing, be sure to ask for proof of maintenance.
  • Manufacturing Year: Within the last decade, car manufacturing has improved significantly, which means there are now more recent used models that will last well over 100,000 miles, and even past 200,000 miles.
  • How Many Miles vs. Age of the Vehicle: A vehicle that is a year old with 40,000 miles on it may be in worse shape than a 5-year-old vehicle with 60,000 miles on it because it has been extensively driven in a shorter span of time.

Why Buy a Low Mileage Used Car?

With so many new Chevrolet, GMC vehicles available at Country Chevrolet GMC, it’s only natural to wonder what the benefits of buying a low mileage used car for sale are. There’s a variety of advantages that come with buying a pre-owned model with a few miles on it. Many low-mileage used cars offer many of the same features and interior comforts that modern models do. There are also the following reasons to take into consideration:

  • Choosing a low mileage used car allows you to own a like-new vehicle at an affordable price point
  • Get similar warranty coverage on pre-owned models as you would with a newer vehicle
  • Low mileage used cars for sale don’t depreciate in value as fast as new cars
  • Low mileage used cars are much lower in starting price vs. the latest models

Things to Keep in Mind When Shopping For Low-Mileage Used Cars for Sale

  • Vehicle History Report: A vehicle history report will show the repair, accident, and DMV records that may tell you more about what wear and tear the car has sustained over the years.
  • Location: The vehicle history report will also tell you where this car has “lived”–dryer climates like southern California are gentler on vehicles than places with lots of humidity or harsh winters.
  • Model Generation: Sometimes when a model with a great reputation is redesigned after a few years for the new generation of “iteration”, it can go badly. Inversely, a vehicle that perhaps was less-than-stellar in the past may have been improved with a redesign. This can usually be sussed out on review websites like Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds.com.
  • Foreign Luxury Car Brands: Due to the cost of shipping high-end replacement OEM parts overseas, luxury vehicles can become expensive to repair. On the other hand, these brands often have excellent warranties if you are purchasing certified pre-owned, and luxury dealerships may provide perks while your car is being serviced.

Explore Our Used Vehicle Inventory at Country Chevrolet GMC

Have a better idea of what is considered high mileage on a used car? Then your next best step is to browse the high-quality low-mileage used cars for sale at Country Chevrolet GMC. Explore your financing options, and take a look at our used vehicle specials to make sure you get the best deal possible!

 

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