Used Cars Waukesha

At Ewald's Chevy dealership near Waukesha, we carry both new and used high-quality SUVs and trucks for sale. These Chevys are guaranteed to provide you with unbelievable performance and excellent reliability.


Regarding trucks for sale near you, we boast a wide selection of different Chevy models and body styles to explore and try out. These high-powered models will take you to your destinations with ease, and you can trust them to help you both safely work and also explore while traveling for fun. Swing by Ewald's Milwaukee Chevy dealership near you today to see what we can offer you.


 Is it Ever a Good Idea to Buy a Used Car?


Yes, it is often more practical than buying a new car, based on a number of factors such as:


  • Price - It is possible to find good deals, but new cars will almost always be pricier than pre-owned cars. 

  • Depreciation - The value of cars depreciates the most during the first year of use. Most cars depreciate over 40% in just 5 years! The quickest depreciation years have already passed, which means it's better to invest later. 

  • Features - Brand new cars come with luxurious features, but the price is not worth it for some. With a pre-owned car, you can afford to buy a fancier car with more exciting features. 

  • Reliability - When you purchase a pre-owned car, the cat that is new to you has been on the road for a while. This means you have the option to scan thousands of actual owner reviews to confirm you don't buy a model that had unforeseen issues.

What is The Safest Place to Buy a Used Car?


The answer is, of course, Ewald Chevy! You've already made a great decision by purchasing from our Waukesha used car dealership instead of buying from a private seller. Dealerships provide quality guarantees that private buyers can't. Since we have customer service, we are also more committed to assisting you throughout the whole process. Here are some other reasons to buy from a dealership. 

  • Reputation - The Ewald Auto group already has a great reputation among its Wisconsin consumer base, so you can refer to other people for reviews. 

  • Warranties - Some dealerships extend long-term warranties you won't want to miss out on.

  • In-Depth Inspections - Dealerships inspect every car that they sell, unlike private owners whose sales are not as well-regulated

  • Financing Options - at Ewald Chevy, we help you finance your vehicle at a pace you can handle

 What are The Top 5 Tips for Buying a Used Car?


The best tips we have for buying a used car have to do with research. If you do some research before coming to our used car dealership near Waukesha, we will be able to get your dream car to you faster. Here are our 5 tips for buying a used car:


  1. Soul Search - Why do you want to buy a car? Think about your daily lifestyle and what type of vehicle suits your needs. Are you a parent? If so, try looking for used minivans for sale near you. Are you an adventurer who also is in need of a good daily car? You should search for SUVs near you!

  2. Check out our Ewald Auto website to get an idea of what you're interested in or curious about. If you've already found a model on our website that you like, we can bring you directly to it!

  3. Bring all the documentation necessary for purchasing a car. These documents will include your official ID/driver's license, proof of residency, and proof of employment if you plan to finance your car over a period of time. 

  4. Take multiple cars out for test drives. Test every single thing about the car to make sure it will work well for you. 

  5. Let our staff know when you've decided on your ideal model, and we will help you through every process. 

How Do I Choose the Best Used Car to Buy?


When buying pre-owned cars from our Ewald Chevy dealership, look over this short list of things to account for so you can buy with confidence:


  • Ask for the car's vehicle history report, and look at our Waukesha used car dealership's certified pre-owned cars. Each of these cars has undergone rigorous examinations, and they each come with an optional warranty.

  • Look at the mileage on the car. Decide for yourself what mileage you feel comfortable with buying. If you're unsure what mileage should be, look at the following question down to help you decide.

  • Check the car's exterior. Keep an eye out for any dents, scrapes, or rust if you are concerned about your car looking new. 

  • Check underneath the car as well. Check for things hanging down from the undercarriage. Check for any sneaky leaks under the car, which could mean damage to the engine. 

  • Every tiny thing is important when searching for your dream car! During your test drive, we recommend that you test the acceleration, brakes, climate control, mirrors, lights, and radio.

    

 How Should You Pay For a Used Car?


How you pay for a used car depends partially on how much liquid cash you have and partially on if you want the purchase to affect your credit score. Financing a vehicle requires borrowing money from a lender, which will leave you with interest. No one wants to pay interest, so paying full in cash would be preferable to loaning money long-term. Unfortunately, the majority of people are not able to pay for a vehicle in full upon finding one they like. Fortunately for those financing a car, paying back your loans will improve your credit score, which cannot be said for buyers paying everything upfront. 



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Financing

Pros

  • No monthly payment

  • No interest charges

  • Don’t need to find a lender

  • Determining your spending limit is easy


  • Chance to build credit history

  • May be able to finance a more expensive car

  • You can pay for the vehicle over time

  • May not have to deplete your savings


Cons

  • Spending cap may be low

  • Can’t build a credit history

  • Vehicle choice may be limited by your budget

  • Risk losing all of your savings


  • Paying for interest charges

  • Monthly payments

  • Need to find a lender that can approve you

  • Your credit score can determine your car buying power




Come to Ewald Chevy to Find Your Used Car


Now that we've taught you how to figure out exactly which car you want and how to pay for it, we expect you will come pay us a visit and have a blast viewing and driving our used SUVs and trucks!