How many kilometers should it cost to buy a used car?

Experts tell you when it's a good buy based on the used car's mileage.

If you are looking to buy a used car, there are many aspects that you need to take into account in order for it to really be a good investment, and one of the main aspects that you need to take into account is the mileage of the car you decide to purchase.

According to experts, mileage is important when buying a used car, so you should pay close attention to it as it will also depend on the condition of other parts of the car such as the engine. 

Used cars are an investment

What you should consider is where you want to buy a used car, either from an agency, from a private individual, or from websites that specialize in used car sales.

Now that you've decided where to look for a car, we're now going to tell you what the experts have to say about used car mileage. 

Ideal mileage for a used car

Experts indicate that a car should travel on average 10,000 to 25,000 kilometers per year, so a three-year-old car should have a mileage of between 35,000 and XNUMX kilometers.

So if the car you have chosen has such mileage, then, according to the site, this is definitely a good purchase option.

But if it has more than 35,000 kilometers in three years, it's a sign that the car was used for business or had a hard drive, so you should analyze whether you really want to buy it. 

Beware of changed mileage

Another tip from the experts is to keep a close eye on the odometer (mileage meter), because if the numbers do not match, this indicates that the mileage has been changed.  

That's why you have to pay attention to the mileage it gives as it has to match the conditions the car is in.

That is, if it has a mileage of about 35,000, then the condition of the car should be good, but if it has such a number and the car has a lot of damage or mechanical breakdowns, it is possible that the odometer was altered and they want to deceive you.

Check the condition of the brake pedal and shift lever.

Another detail worth noting is the scuff marks on the brake pedal and marks on the gear lever, as if they were very noticeable, the car could have covered over 60,000 kilometers.

Similarly, if the driver's seat is badly worn or sagging, that's another sign of high mileage.

Low mileage can be a problem

But there is also a downside, because if a car with low mileage and three years without supervision, this indicates that it has been standing for a long time or was not used for long, which is a problem for the engine.

So the best option is to buy a car that has been regularly used, and, as experts point out, with a mileage of no more than 35 kilometers in three years.

If you have already decided to buy a car, take into account these mileage tips, of course, without neglecting other details that you should check before buying.

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