Buying a Used Car ? Here’s Why You Should Consider its Mileage

by Jessica Kappor Project Manager

If you already have the experience of buying cars and are now interested to buy a used car, chances are that you know well about what to consider while buying a pre-loved car. Some people think the difference between buying a used car or a new car to be just that of a dealership. But there is much more to consider while buying a used car. Even if you know that the price of a second hand car like Maruti Omni or an Alto is within your budget, it is important to consider its mileage (kilometers on the odo) it has already traveled before buying it, along with other features like price, features and ownership details.

Here is why you should buy used cars wisely in terms of distance already traveled:

1. You Did Not Own It From Day One

Buying used cars simply means that you are investing in a car which is already through a fraction of its lifecycle. You did not own it from the very moment it was brought as a new car from the car dealership. So, getting to know the right details of mileage it has already traveled will give you an idea about its actual condition. This is possible when you buy it from a renowned used car dealership.

2. Mileage Determines Used Car Price to Some Extent

Comparing two second hand cars in the same price range, with the same make and model, say Maruti Omni, you’ll find that two different models are priced differently. The one with higher price may not have been used considerably than the lower priced one which has significant mileage. To know the actual value of a used car, it is highly advised buying a second hand car from renowned used car dealerships.

3. You Will Get to Know The Remaining Life of a Used Car

Consider that an average Indian drives his car for around 10,000 km per year. This does not mean you need not to buy a car that has already traveled 1, 00,000 km. Overall car condition depends on a number of other factors including regular maintenance as well as aesthetic value. So, if you find such a car best suited for you in all possible terms, you should go ahead with buying it.

By factoring in the mileage of a used car along with other factors, you will get to know if you are paying the right price for it or not.