There are many cars for sale by owners who are willing to sell their old cars as they might be owners of multiple cars or they might not be using the car that they have at all. Most owners prefer to put their cars on sale for a reasonable price instead of keeping them in the garage to gather dust. It is important to find out what you are really looking for and what you need in a car.

Even though you have multiple options to buy cars, it is always a best practice to take time to think about your requirements, priorities, and the budget before you start looking out for a car.

A used car is a money saver
The very reason most of us opt to buy a used car is that its price is almost half the price of a new car.

Depreciation
When you buy a new car, the value of the car may start depreciating once the car is driven home from the showroom. However, in the case of used cars, bulk depreciation has already occurred. Some used cars may also increase in value.

No hidden fees
A new car includes all the kinds of hidden charges like the shipping and advertising charges. However, there are no such fees included in the sale of used cars by owners.

Certified and inspected
Used cars are certified and inspected, which assures high quality. Pre-owned cars are inspected and certified by the certifying authority or the manufacturer himself. These cars preferably have extended warranty when compared to a new car.

Better for the environment
While a new car is manufactured and shipped, there is always a high production of carbon dioxide, which is let out in the environment. A used car produces lesser carbon dioxide.

Lesser annual registration fees
The annual registration fees are based on the value of the car. If you own a new car, you might have to pay a higher registration fee for the first three years. Instead, you could save close to a thousand dollars by avoiding a new car.