4 Reasons It Is Time For a New Car
Car maintenance is part of owning a car, but sometimes the maintenance, repairs, and service become too much. But, maintenance demands aren’t the only reason to sell your car. If the car you are currently driving is showing the following signs, it’s time to sell it and get behind the wheel of a new vehicle.
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“From frequent breakdowns and high repair costs to poor performance and unreliability, scooting around in a subpar ride can be downright terrifying,” warns GOBankingRates.com writer Andrew Lisa.
Dwindling value
You were strategic with the vehicle you purchased, weighing reliability scores and resale value. But, as time has gone by, that resale value has started to decline. If you want any return on your investment, selling sooner than later might be in your best interests financially.
Mileage milestone
If your car is nearing 100,000 miles, it has served you well. But, chances are, the performance you’ve trusted for years may start to diminish, repair costs might increase, and your car’s resale value may be less than ever before.
Visible damage
Signs of rust indicate your car is well past its prime. There are measures you can take to help the issue, but once rust appears, you will be in a constant fight.
“Oxidation can attack everything from the doors and the exhaust to the suspension and the vulnerable undercarriage. It’s one of the first things savvy used car buyers try to spot. So when you see rust begin to emerge, it’s time to consider whether you should offload your car while you still can,” advises Lisa.
Lacking safety technologies
Automakers are constantly improving safety systems and tech, and although it’s hard to keep up with the latest tech, you shouldn’t have to settle for a car that has outdated safety tech, according to Lisa. Advanced driver assist technologies are widely available on new cars today, no matter the price point and automaker.
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DeAnn Owens is a Dayton transplant by way of the Windy City, yet considers herself to be a California girl at heart even though she’s only visited there once. To get through the dreaded allergy season unique to the Miami Valley, she reads, writes, complains about the weather, and enjoys spending time with her husband, two sons, and their newest addition, a Boston terrier puppy that is now in charge of all their lives. In the future, she hopes to write a novel and travel through time. See more articles by DeAnn.