Driving a luxury vehicle is more than just a status symbol-- in many cases, luxury vehicles are designed to have a very smooth ride and are also equipped with a number of features that are not found in economy cars. Unfortunately, a brand new luxury vehicle is not in everyone's budget. When you can't afford to buy a brand new luxury vehicle, you can opt for a new economy car or a used luxury automobile. There are a number of reasons to choose the used luxury car, such as:

More for Your Money

Before you decide to buy a brand new economy car, take the time to look at some luxury vehicles for sale that are only a few years old. In many cases, a low-mileage luxury vehicle that was manufactured a few years ago will be similar in price to a brand new economy car. While the luxury vehicle may be a little bit older than a brand new car, you will own a vehicle with a number of features inside and under the hood that you're not going to find in an economy car.

Less Depreciation

As many people know, automobiles are a depreciating asset. Buying a used luxury vehicle can help you dodge the worst of depreciation in two ways. First, a luxury vehicle that is a few years old will have already experienced the depreciation that happens when a new car is driven off the lot. Secondly, luxury automobiles tend to hold their value better than other makes and models, so a couple of years from now your used luxury vehicle may actually be worth more than a new economy car that you can buy today.

Extended Warranty

One of the big perks of owning a new car is the manufacturer's warranty. It is nice to not have to worry about paying for repairs if they happen during the warranty period. What many people don't realize, is that you can get an extended warranty through a used luxury vehicle dealership or through a third-party company. Thus, you used luxury car will be covered by a warranty just like a brand new economy car is.

Pre-Certified Luxury Vehicles

Many used luxury automobile dealerships offer pre-certified vehicles for sale. These vehicles are carefully inspected by mechanics and must pass a checklist before they are put on the lot and listed for sale. When you buy a pre-certified used luxury vehicle, you will have the peace of mind of knowing that you're buying a used vehicle that is as good as new. 

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