WHY BUY A USED VEHICLE

At Coulter Buick GMC Tempe, we offer a large selection of new and pre-owned cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans. The joys of buying a new vehicle are well-known: the best performance and fuel-efficiency, the latest high-tech and safety features, and the privilege of driving something that no one else has. So why would you ever consider a pre-owned vehicle? Check out these reasons why.

LOWER PRICES

A used car is far less expensive than a new one. Much of the price drop is due to depreciation. The second you drive your purchase off the lot, the price drops. According to CARFAX®, the value of a new vehicle goes down by over 20 percent after you own it for over 12 months. It then continues to drop by about 10 percent per year for the next four years. After five years, a new vehicle can be worth as little as 40 percent of its original price.

You'll get far more car for your money, if you buy one that is at least five years old. You'll also be able to afford more features that would have cost extra on a new car. More safety features, a better sound system, leather seats, or a convertible top can now be within reach.

Because a pre-owned vehicle costs less, you'll pay less in fees, sales tax, and yearly registration. You'll also pay less for insurance and be able to afford better coverage.

ENHANCED RELIABILITY

Vehicles today are more reliable than they used to be. This has contributed to increasing the average age of cars on US roads to around 11.6 years, according to Santander Consumer USA. In fact, the vehicle you buy may still be under the manufacturer's new car warranty. For example, on its new cars, GMC gives you three years or 36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage and up to five years or 60,000 miles of roadside assistance and courtesy transportation.

If you're interested in an older vehicle or want more confidence in a pre-owned purchase, consider one of our Certified Pre-Owned cars, which receive the following:

  • A Free Vehicle History Report from CARFAX®.
  • A 172-point inspection and thorough reconditioning, which includes completing all safety recalls.
  • An Extended New Car Bumper-to-Bumper limited warranty for 12 months or 12,000 miles.
  • An Extended Powertrain Limited Warranty for six years or 100,000 miles.
  • Three month trial of the OnStar Safety and Security Plan and the SiriusXM All Access package.
  • A Vehicle Exchange Policy that lasts for three days or 150 miles, which lets you exchange your Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle for something you prefer.

CLOSE SUPPORT

Whether you choose to buy a new or pre-owned vehicle from Coulter Buick GMC Tempe, you can count on the same level of support. We're interested in developing a long-term relationship with you and your family, and hope that you will turn to us for all aspects of car ownership.

  • Get pre-approved by our finance team before you begin shopping, so you know in advance how much car you can afford.
  • Our friendly sales consultants will listen to your wants and needs carefully before recommending new cars that fit your life and taking you on test drives.
  • For maximum safety, take advantage of our Shop Online service. Use our online tools to find the right vehicle for you from our inventory, estimate trade-in and choose financing, and select warranties. We can then prep your purchase and deliver it to you at your convenience to your location.
  • When you take your vehicle in for maintenance or repair, you'll receive expert attention from our GM Certified Service Technicians. We use only factory-vetted parts and equipment to keep your car running at its best.
  • Sign up for our Concierge Service and we'll save you time by coming to you. We'll pick up your vehicle anywhere in the valley, give you a loaner replacement while we work on your car, wash your vehicle and deliver it back to you.

While we do encourage you to call for any issues, you can also keep in touch with us via Facebook. You'll also find active social media groups on almost every vehicle that we sell, if you need third-party opinions on your vehicle.