One of the biggest decisions for when it comes time to put a new car in your driveway is whether to buy a new or pre-owned Mazda. For most drivers, cost is one of the biggest factors that goes into a vehicle purchase, and there is often no clear-cut answer on whether buying new or used cars provides a better value.
Some people think of cars as investments, but in reality, when car shopping, it’s best to think about long-term value and monthly payments.
Cars as Investments
First, our dealers would like to dispel the myth that cars are an investment. The fact of the matter is that, outside of rare collector vehicles, the vast majority of cars decline in value over time, making the question more about which cars will depreciate the least over time.
The Advantages of Buying Used
Even though virtually no cars are a good investment, there is still a debate to be had regarding whether pre-owned cars provide good bang for your buck. The short answer to this question is yes. To understand why, it’s important to understand how depreciation works. The vast majority of depreciation for a vehicle occurs during the first few years of ownership. This means that you can purchase a pre-owned Mazda6, Mazda3, or another model that is only a few years old for a fraction of the price of a new model.
Alternatively, buying from the Certified Pre-Owned Mazda inventory is a great way to get behind the wheel of a newer, low-mileage model for a comparatively low price.
Visit Our Dealership Soon
To shop our large inventory of used cars, head over to Heritage Mazda Towson today.