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Buying a Used Car in Perth, ON

We understand – buying a car is stressful! It’s a big purchase, which you’re committing to for many years to come. There are a lot of options available to choose from. People are leery about getting taken advantage of, or being forced to negotiate a price with a dealership. Does it really need to be such a headache? We don’t think it does! Here at Hinton Dodge Chrysler, we want to make buying your next vehicle as easy as possible for you. As it happens, though, there’s a few things you can do to relieve some of that stress before you even set foot in the dealership.

Research What’s Available

Before you come down, check out our used vehicle listings. This will give you an idea of what’s available right away, and will give you a head-start on possibly narrowing down what kind of vehicle you’re looking for. Maybe you need a reliable SUV? Maybe you need the capability of a truck? What kind of features are you sure you’re going to need? These are all great starting points for when you’re ready to shop. If nothing immediately jumps out at you, don’t fret! Our used inventory turns over regularly, so you can check back in a few days and maybe something will have arrived which is just what you’re looking for!

Stay on Budget

Don’t overspend on your next vehicle! We can help you pre-apply for financing so you arrive knowing exactly what you can afford. We can also give you a valuation on your current vehicle so you know what it’s worth on a trade. You can also use online tools such as the CARFAX Canada Value Range to determine if the used vehicle you’re considering is fairly priced.

Drive It

Hey, something that has a great report, nice photos, and a good price might still not drive the way you want it to. So, make sure to take that used car out for a test drive before you agree to anything else. Get it up to highway speed. Hit the brakes. Take a sharp turn. Try backing it into a parking spot. This could be the next vehicle you drive for years to come, so you want to make sure it handles just the way you want it to.

Buy Your Next Used Car in Perth, On

Once you’re sure you’ve found the right vehicle, we can provide a VIN check, accent history, warranty information and inspection report, so you can be sure it’s in good condition before you commit. Then, we’ll be happy to walk you through the purchase to make the rest of the process easy, too! We want you to drive out of our lot happy and confident that you just made one of the best decisions of your life. We want to keep that car on the road, too, so don’t be a stranger at our service department when the time comes to give it a tune-up!