Tips for Finding a Used Vehicle in San Jose, CA

If you’re looking to save some money on your next vehicle, buying used is one of the best ways to do so. Sure, there are budget-friendly models like the Mitsubishi Mirage. But what if you need something that can go off-road or can haul around the whole family? At San Jose Mitsubishi, we’re sharing our top tips for finding the best used vehicle for you right here in San Jose.

When buying used, there are a few things you should look out for. 

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Set a Budget & Secure Financing

Before you even begin your search for a pre-owned vehicle, you should determine how much you can spend on one. That can either narrow down what can fit in your budget or open you up to vehicles you might not have considered before. Once you know how much you can spend, you should consider getting pre-approved for financing. Even if your credit isn’t the best, you can often get dealer financing on a pre-owned vehicle of your choice. 

Be Practical

That luxury vehicle might be awfully tempting, especially when you see the used price. But is it actually practical for your day-to-day life? Let’s say you drop the kids off at school before making your commute across the Bay Area. You might look good in a luxury vehicle, but the kids might not have enough room for themselves, books, lunch boxes, and sports equipment. Then there’s the gas mileage. Before you sign for an impractical vehicle, it can help to make a realistic checklist of must-haves.

Go for a Test Drive

You should test drive any vehicle before you buy, whether new or used. Looking online can give you an idea of what the car looks like, but there’s no way to know how it performs without driving it yourself. Aside from the obvious, like checking that the windows and turn signals work, you should drive it on a route that’s most like how you’ll be driving it every day. 

Find Your Next Used Vehicle at San Jose Mitsubishi

Whether you’re looking for a Mitsubishi or another model, you can find just what you’re looking for here at San Jose Mitsubishi. Our used inventory gets updated often, so you can feel free to browse online or contact us if you don’t see the right vehicle for you. We’ll do our best to hunt one down and make sure you drive home in your perfect pre-owned car, truck, SUV, or van.

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