Why buy a second-hand car?
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It seems that it is quite a sensible move to buy a second hand car. There is no reason why they should not be reliable if you buy them from a trusted source or do your homework on the car before you commit to buying. It also makes excellent financial sense in that as soon as the new car is driven off the forecourt it starts to lose money, whereas a second-hand car has already made this loss.
When you take the plunge and buy used you can usually afford to go for a more upmarket model than if you were buying new.
Maybe a disadvantage to buying used would be that financing is often more expensive although this could be offset by cheaper insurance rates. If however you prefer to lease a car then a used car is not a viable option. You could also be missing out on the latest gadgets and safety devices and I guess there is nothing better than the feeling that you are the first owner of a brand spanking new car!
Let’s face it a lot of first time buyers of cars are youngsters who really cannot afford the expense of a new car.
One of the most popular cars for teens is the Honda Civic. The Civic is one of the best small sporty cars around and is quite reasonably priced. This car is fuel efficient and is extremely safety orientated with antilock brakes, front seat side airbags and side curtain airbags which are standard on all models. It has a body shell which is designed to withstand an impact with a much heavier car. There is the choice of a jazzy coupe or a more sober sedan.
The Mazda 3 has earned a reputation for being economical and also fun to drive. It has plenty of power, great looks and superior handling.
Another firm favourite is the Ford Focus because they are relatively cheap plus they have a system which allows the use of ipods and cell phones with voice commands which mean the driver can keep their eyes fixed firmly on the road.The sporty 2 door Focus coupe is popular as it offers the same amount of back seat and trunk space as the four door version.
The car that the teen driver will probably be best suited to must surely be the safest and also the most economical to drive.
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