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Fact Checks When Buying a Pre-Owned Vehicle

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Buying a pre-owned vehicle can be a daunting process because the market is broad, and the existence of non-credible dealerships can complicate the process even further.

However, if you are in the market and your budget leans more towards the prices of pre-owned vehicles, then you should look no further than CMH Mazda Menlyn.

Buying a Pre-Owned Vehicle
Pre-owned Mazda CX-5

Set a realistic budget

If you are buying vehicle cash, narrow your search to pre-owned vehicles, and make provisions for dealership costs and insurance when summing up your budget.

If you are looking at getting vehicle finance, you can use our free online instalment calculators to get an estimate of what you can qualify for.

CMH Mazda Menlyn provides finance with all primary banks.

Dealership vs Private Seller

Purchasing your vehicle from a credible dealer brings reassurance compared to a private seller.

Mazda vehicle odometer

CMH Mazda Menlyn vehicles go through a proper inspection before hitting the showrooms.

All our vehicles undergo a thorough 101 mechanical inspection process by certified technicians.

Is the vehicle priced right?

Before buying the vehicle, you must investigate its market value or the ‘book value’. Ensure that the car is priced right. You may also need to look at the trade-in value.

Mazda Menlyn technician at work

Here are the final tick boxes before signing the contract:

  • What is the mileage of the vehicle? The higher the mileage, the more expensive the maintenance cost.
  • Does the vehicle have an up-to-date service book with all the records of all the services?
  • Does the vehicle have an accident history with all the repair work details?
  • What are the typical maintenance costs in that vehicle’s model? Furthermore, have you considered buying an extended service and Warranty plan to cover future repairs?
  • Did the dealer provide you with a DEKRA Certificate?
CMH Mazda Menlyn technicians

The process of buying a pre-owned car does not have to be complicated. At CMH Mazda Menlyn, we have professional Sales Executives who will assist you in getting your dream vehicle.

For all your Mazda queries, call us at 087 724 8464 / 012 3699 800 or visit us at CMH Mazda Menlyn, 533 Celeste St, Menlyn, Pretoria, 0010.