If you are a student in the market for a used vehicle, AutoPark has you covered. Not only do we offer a wide range of high-quality dependable vehicles that will get you to class and back without ever causing you any problems, we also offer quality models that have been inspected and that are offered at a very accessible price point. If you are a student looking for an affordable used vehicle in Ontario, AutoPark should be your first destination.
Here we have put together a few tips that will help you buy a pre-owned vehicle as a student.
Make sure you account for other expenses that come with owning a vehicle
A car costs more than just a monthly payment. The cost of gas, insurance, repairs, winter and summer tires, and things like parking permits definitely add up. As a rule of thumb, make sure you have at least half of your vehicle’s monthly payment left in your budget to cover these expenses. When you are a student, money can sometimes be tight and you don't want to find yourself putting your entire budget into just your monthly payment and then struggling to cover the other costs of ownership.
Value reliability above anything else
You don't want to miss a final exam because your vehicle didn't start in the morning. You also don't want to spend thousands of dollars every year on repairs because you purchased a vehicle with a poor reliability rating. When buying a pre-owned vehicle as a student, reliability and quality should be at the top of your list. All the vehicles we offer for sale at AutoPark have been inspected and they are offered with a range of other benefits that ensure long-term durability. Still, some vehicles are more reliable than others and you can research these vehicles online and even speak to other owners through forums. That flashy German luxury pre-owned vehicle might be appealing on paper, but it will be more expensive to own, and the reliability can be tricky. You're much better off with a pre-owned Toyota or Honda, for example.
Think about what you want in your next vehicle
Will you be using your pre-owned vehicle to transport your snowboards to the mountains on weekend or your guitar to shows after class? Or do you just want a vehicle that is available from time to time should you need it? Determining what you need to carry with your vehicle and how you will use it is key to finding the right pre-owned vehicle as a student. Give us a call today to learn more.
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