5 Things You Need To Know When Buying Used Cars For Sale In Killarney Gardens.
This week we spoke to Theo De Koker, Dealer Principal from Toyota Tableview in Killarney Gardens to get his 5 top tips for anyone looking to buy a used car.
1. When is the best time to buy a used car?
“When a new model or shape comes out, it becomes more financially viable to look at the previous model.” Said Theo.
2. How many miles is too high for a used car?
“In my experience, I cut off at 150,000km because it becomes expensive for me to keep it in competition, as well as an increase of risk for the customer driving it. ”
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3. Is mileage more important than age, or is age more important than mileage when purchasing a used car?
“I enjoy older vehicles with lower mileage. My happy medium is a bit of an older car with less mileage because I feel like I get a good value.”
4. Is it true that it’s cheaper to buy a car with cash?
“No, because finance does have structures in place for dealers, I don't believe you would get a better deal with cash, maybe just a quicker one”
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5.What are your final tips for anyone looking to buy a used car in Killarney Gardens?
“I would speak to franchises and well-known brands. They have a wealth of knowledge in terms of the vehicles and have more access to detail on vehicles as well as just general good rules and practices.”
You can learn more about Theo’s dealership as well as check out his stock by visiting used cars for sale.
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