Contents 1. At a dealer or brand agent 2. At an automobile representative 3. Buying a gasoline car from a private individual 4. Buying a used gasoline car at CapCar
Several networks exist for the purchase of a used car. When buying a gasoline car, it is important to make this choice according to your needs and to turn to the most suitable network. CapCar develops for you the advantages and disadvantages of each option in the context of a gasoline car.
1. At a dealership or brand agent
Quality:
A solution that may seem prudent when buying a used car is still to contact a dealership directly or an agent for the brand you are interested in (Renault, Dacia, Kia, Peugeot dealership, etc.). Used cars in dealerships have been checked by mechanics for at least 30 minutes. This control is a guarantee of quality and is reassuring for the buyer. In addition, these cars are guaranteed, from 3 to 24 months. They were generally taken over in the workshop at the body level, so they are "reconditioned" cars.
Service:
This is a point that should not be overlooked, because it can make all the difference. Sellers are available to buyers to answer all their questions. A fairly large number of cars are available in dealerships and you can see them all at once without having to travel throughout France. However, it is also common that the precise model you are looking for is not in stock in the dealership near you, so it is necessary to confine this to the physical stock of the point of sale.
It is also possible to try the cars directly, which is useful for removing doubts before buying a car. Finally, these professionals also offer you additional services such as longer and longer guarantees, insurance but also the trade-in of your old vehicle.
The price:
Unfortunately, this is where the problem lies: concessions are generally 10% above the retail market price. Why ? There are two reasons for this:
The quality of cars has a price: private cars are not expensive, but they are sold as is: with dents on the body, an interior not always very clean, an overhaul that dates from last year and a little tired tires… At the dealership, everything that needs to be done is done, because they have quality standards that they cannot deviate from. This is reflected in the price, which takes into account the repair. The dealership is expensive: the cost structure of a car dealership is heavy: large showroom, cars in stock, insurance for theft and damage, costs marketing to attract customers, and personnel cost: all of these fees are high and therefore the prices are high to offset that.
So at the dealership or brand agent you will pay more, but with the guarantee of 'a service and a certain peace of mind. It's up to you to be the judge when buying your used vehicle!
Don't be fooled Remember that the seller's goal is to sell this car. He has sales goals and is therefore not always the most objective person. Listen to him and ask him any questions you may have, but also take a step back by keeping your budget and your purchase plan in your mind.
2. At an automobile representative
Quality:
Cars sold by automobile representatives are often very recent, with low mileage and still under manufacturer's warranty. Sometimes it is also new cars. Thus, the cars offered are often of very good quality. However, the choice is limited and the wait can be very long. It is therefore advisable to use automobile representatives in the case of rare models that are difficult to find in France.
Customer service:
The automobile representative acts as an intermediary between an individual who wishes to buy a car and a seller (manufacturer, concessionaire, etc.). The main service of the agent is to find you the car you want in good condition and at an attractive negotiated price. He often searches for the rare pearl abroad and in unsold car inventories. This service is therefore practical in the particular case of petrol cars since some petrol models are more available abroad than in France. This also allows you to buy a new car with a nice discount, especially when a model from a neighboring country is destocked (this is a maneuver that manufacturers make when a model sells poorly in a country).
Importing a car Diesel cars consume less than gasoline cars. Thus in recent years, diesel engines were preferred over large vehicles for economic reasons. However, large cars are already very polluting and it may therefore be interesting to limit the ecological impact by opting for a large gasoline car. Only these cars are little sold in France and therefore little present on occasion. Large 4 × 4s like the Audi Q7 or sedans like the BMW 5 series are hardly available in gasoline. To overcome this, you can use a car agent (or not) to import these cars from abroad.
The price:
Regarding the price, a car agent can get you a very good price. This service is therefore economically attractive only if the price of the car is much lower than the market price. The discounts vary depending on the type of vehicle and the offers available, but it averages between 10% and 18%. Certain vehicles can sometimes fall to more than 30% below their catalog value (Renault, Citroën, Peugeot, Volkswagen,…)! Be sure to choose the proxy to work with if you want to use this method.
3. Buying a gasoline car from a private individual
Quality:
The quality of cars varies a lot among private individuals. Between the enthusiast who drives little and the individual who resells his cars every 3 months, there is everything. You have to be very careful and have an eye everywhere because many faults are not easily visible, while being present all the same (hidden faults are never far away). Cars may or may not be very well maintained. It's up to you to find the salesperson who gives you confidence and reassures you about the condition of his car.
Service:
Buying from a private individual implies the absence of any service. No professional checking of the car or papers, you have to blindly trust the owner and your instincts. Your car is not guaranteed and you must take care of all the post-sale procedures on your own. A point not to be overlooked when buying, especially since even if negotiation is required, sellers are not always inclined to make your life easier (a few tips on repairs that could be done before the sale)!
During the visit, remember to ask and check everything, especially on maintenance. Consult the registration document, the car's engraving (which must be identical to the registration document), the invoices and the maintenance book.
The price:
The positive point of buying a car for an individual remains of course its price which can be very advantageous. Indeed, since no middleman acts, the only cost is that of the car itself. You can find a used car at the best price, but beware of scams! It is important to review different listings to compare prices and make sure the car is at market price. Indeed, some individuals sell their cars much too much and it is therefore possible to get a bad deal if you are not informed enough.
4. Buy a used gasoline car at CapCar
Quality:
Cars sold at CapCar belong to individuals, but we make sure of the quality of these. The cars are sorted following a mechanical examination carried out by a CapCar mechanic. They check all cars at home for 2 hours and at 200 checkpoints. At CapCar, we focus on transparency, you will find on our site CapCar.fr (ex-CapCar.com) notes relating to 4 criteria: the exterior of the car, the interior of the car, the mechanical condition , the history and maintenance (logbook and invoices) of the car. Any scratches or defects will be mentioned in the advertisement.
Service:
Service is everything that makes CapCar. We act as an intermediary in the sale of the car. For the buyer, the car has been inspected so you can be sure what you are buying. With the purchase of the car a 6 month mechanical warranty is included. Warranty extensions also make it possible to extend it or make it more covering. In addition, we take care of all the verification of documents such as the old registration card, the maintenance booklet and invoices, or even the technical control report. We can also assist you in many administrative procedures (for example take out car insurance).
The price:
As a buyer, the price of the cars on the CapCar.fr site (ex- Kyump.com) is aligned with the best prices on the market. This is therefore a price on average 5 to 10% lower than that offered in the concession. You are therefore 100% a winner: an advantageous price with a service worthy of a dealer.
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