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Here Are the Slowest Depreciating Cars

Last updated: Sep 27, 2019 at 3:51PM
Published on: Feb 27, 2017 by tgriffith

2017 Toyota Tacoma

One of the biggest arguments against buying a new car is the fact that it becomes a used car as soon as you sign on the dotted line at the dealership.

So, in essence, new car buyers pay for the right to be the first owner of a used car. That right comes at a cost, as a car generally depreciates at a rate of 15-20 percent per year for the first three years.

Buy a $35,000 car and, just a few seconds later, it’s worth significantly less than what you just paid. That’s not the case with every new model, but the vast majority experience a significant decrease in value.

What cars can you purchase to keep as much value as possible? Continue reading >>>

Filed Under: General Chat Tagged With: car depreciation, cars that keep value, cars that lose value slowest, slowest depreciating cars

Resale Royalty: The Top 10 Value-Retaining Vehicles

Last updated: Oct 9, 2019 at 11:53AM
Published on: Dec 4, 2015 by CarGurus Staff

2015 Mazda Mazda3 hatchback

Updated 9/10/19

Whether it’s a sedan or a truck, finding a used vehicle with strong resale value is key. We looked at 2015-18 models and found 10 vehicles to consider.

[Read more…] about Resale Royalty: The Top 10 Value-Retaining Vehicles

Filed Under: Car Lists, Car Shopping, Editor's Picks Tagged With: 2015 Mazda3, car appreciation, car depreciation, Jeep Wrangler, resale value, Toyota Tacoma, used chevy traverse, used ford expedition, Used honda cr-v, used nissan titan, used subaru outback, used toyota corolla, used vw golf sportwagen, Value Retention

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