Buying A Second Hand Car In Melbourne
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Buying A Second Hand Car In Melbourne: What You Should Know
Buying a second hand car is a smart choice for many Australian shoppers, and with thousands of used cars available in Melbourne, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are also plenty of considerations to be noted when shopping second-hand. Whilst used cars are generally more affordable and less likely to depreciate as dramatically as their new-car equivalents, you should still do your homework to ensure you’re picking up a used-car gem – rather than a lemon. At Brighton Nissan we stock a great range of quality pre-owned cars of all shapes, sizes and prices on our site. Though we’re based in Melbourne’s south-east, customers travel from across the city to take advantage of our expertise, quality stock and deals. We like to think of ourselves as experts in the field of second hand cars, so if you’re shopping for a pre-owned model, use this guide to help you find ‘the one’:
Private Vs Dealership There’s generally far less risk purchasing a second-hand car from a dealership compared to a private seller. Many shoppers believe that they will get a cheaper price from private sellers, but this is often not the case. What’s more, private sellers are not generally aware of all the potential issues with used cars, and they may not disclose problems that they are aware of in fear they’ll miss a sale opportunity. When purchasing from a private seller, you must do far more due diligence to ensure you’re not buying an unsafe or unreliable car. This includes obtaining a roadworthy or safety certificate and logbook, calling the PPSR to see if money is owed on the car or if it has been written off and requesting a written receipt from the seller. All these aspects of purchasing a second hand car will be taken care of by good quality dealerships, meaning less hassle and more reassurance for you.
Warranties, Roadworthiness and Guarantees At Brighton Nissan, we offer a complimentary 3 Year/150,000km warranty as well as a 3 Year Roadside Assistance program with every used car sold (you can find out the details of these here). Then there are generous trade-in deals on your existing car (in most cases) available too. The value of all this shouldn’t be overlooked. Purchasing a second hand car with the knowledge that you’ll have protection against warrantable mechanical faults is an excellent assurance which you won’t find from a private seller.
Redbook Redbook.com.au is a fantastic resource for used car hunters. The website provides a guide for users to get an idea about the market value of their car. It’s important to keep in mind that aside from make/model and year, used car prices are also determined by condition, kilometres travelled and other variables such as added accessories.
Consider Running Costs Another handy used car buying tip (and a tip for purchasing new cars) is to consider the future running costs of the car you’re considering. These can include the price of insurance, servicing and fuel. Some forward planning and research into these areas can go a long way to ensure that your expectations of the car you purchase match up with the reality of owning it!
Inspect, Inspect, Inspect! At Brighton Nissan, most of our used cars are available to view online for your convenience. Whilst the photographs we take provide a good indication about how our cars look, ultimately you should visit our dealership to see them in the metal. Test driving is also really important, so if you’re serious about a second hand car be sure to call ahead and ask if you can take it for a spin. For more information about buying second hand, feel free to get in touch with our used car experts or browse our quality stock online. Brighton Nissan
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Brighton Nissan 931 Nepean Highway, Bentleigh VIC
Buying A Second Hand Car In Melbourne: What You Should Know
Buying a second hand car is a smart choice for many Australian shoppers, and with thousands of used cars available in Melbourne, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are also plenty of considerations to be noted when shopping second-hand. Whilst used cars are generally more affordable and less likely to depreciate as dramatically as their new-car equivalents, you should still do your homework to ensure you’re picking up a used-car gem – rather than a lemon. At Brighton Nissan we stock a great range of quality pre-owned cars of all shapes, sizes and prices on our site. Though we’re based in Melbourne’s south-east, customers travel from across the city to take advantage of our expertise, quality stock and deals. We like to think of ourselves as experts in the field of second hand cars, so if you’re shopping for a pre-owned model, use this guide to help you find ‘the one’:
Private Vs Dealership There’s generally far less risk purchasing a second-hand car from a dealership compared to a private seller. Many shoppers believe that they will get a cheaper price from private sellers, but this is often not the case. What’s more, private sellers are not generally aware of all the potential issues with used cars, and they may not disclose problems that they are aware of in fear they’ll miss a sale opportunity. When purchasing from a private seller, you must do far more due diligence to ensure you’re not buying an unsafe or unreliable car. This includes obtaining a roadworthy or safety certificate and logbook, calling the PPSR to see if money is owed on the car or if it has been written off and requesting a written receipt from the seller. All these aspects of purchasing a second hand car will be taken care of by good quality dealerships, meaning less hassle and more reassurance for you.
Warranties, Roadworthiness and Guarantees At Brighton Nissan, we offer a complimentary 3 Year/150,000km warranty as well as a 3 Year Roadside Assistance program with every used car sold (you can find out the details of these here). Then there are generous trade-in deals on your existing car (in most cases) available too. The value of all this shouldn’t be overlooked. Purchasing a second hand car with the knowledge that you’ll have protection against warrantable mechanical faults is an excellent assurance which you won’t find from a private seller.
Redbook Redbook.com.au is a fantastic resource for used car hunters. The website provides a guide for users to get an idea about the market value of their car. It’s important to keep in mind that aside from make/model and year, used car prices are also determined by condition, kilometres travelled and other variables such as added accessories.
Consider Running Costs Another handy used car buying tip (and a tip for purchasing new cars) is to consider the future running costs of the car you’re considering. These can include the price of insurance, servicing and fuel. Some forward planning and research into these areas can go a long way to ensure that your expectations of the car you purchase match up with the reality of owning it!
Inspect, Inspect, Inspect! At Brighton Nissan, most of our used cars are available to view online for your convenience. Whilst the photographs we take provide a good indication about how our cars look, ultimately you should visit our dealership to see them in the metal. Test driving is also really important, so if you’re serious about a second hand car be sure to call ahead and ask if you can take it for a spin. For more information about buying second hand, feel free to get in touch with our used car experts or browse our quality stock online. Brighton Nissan
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Brighton Nissan 931 Nepean Highway, Bentleigh VIC
