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Originally Posted by suaveflooder
lol, this car has taught me to only buy used  This is my first and last new car. You are a wise one, my friend.  |
I'm 31 and I've said this.....3 times now. There is good and bad with buying brand new.
Good- warranty, you know the history, shiny, less chance of severe mechanical issues(warranty again), bragging(if you're into that kinda thing), better loan APR.
Bad- price, quick loss of value, insurance typically higher, payment forever it seems.
I've bought brand new a '10 GTO, '12 Dodge Ram, and now the 13 FRS.
I loved the preveious two ridiculously. Really miss them and wish I didn't have to lose them. Lost the GTO cause I got laid off, lost the Ram due to new expenses.
I can honestly say I'm gonna do everything I can to keep the 86 as long as I can. It's my toy, my pleasure, my bragging, and MY fun.
No amount of depreciation can ruin that for me. I get that value back in pure pleasure.
But you're absolutely right, buying new is not very smart as far as value goes.