Used Car Buying Guide
Your Used Car Buying Guide with Doug Smith Subaru
There is a right way to shop for a used vehicle in American Ford, UT, and there is a wrong way. We'll give you an inside track on what it takes not only to find a great vehicle, but also a great dealership. Here is your official used car buying guide with your favorite Subaru retailer, Doug Smith Subaru.
Benefits of Buying a Pre-Owned Vehicle
Most of our shoppers will say that it's the upfront savings. With a pre-owned vehicle, you'll bypass a few years of depreciation, depending on the model. Those few years can quickly add up to a few thousand dollars off the original MSRP. Think about it, someone else drove so you could save. Here are a few more benefits of buying used.
- Slower Depreciation: If you want to sell it a year later, the value won't change much
- Warranty Coverage: Many of our models could have coverage remaining on the original factory warranty; however, we also have vehicles available with extended warranty options
- More Options: We know you love Subaru, but when you shop pre-owned, you can find vehicles from Subaru as well as dozens of other brands
Find a Top-Rated Dealer near You
Finding the right place to shop is half the battle. Luckily, in today's age, you're only a few thumb taps away from reading a dealership review from your smartphone. From there, you can garner the dealership's reputation from customers with firsthand experience. Check out our reviews from:
- Cars.Com
- DealerRater
- Carfax
Narrow Your Selection
After you find the right dealership (cough, Doug Smith Subaru), the next step is deciding what kind of vehicle you need and what kinds of features you want. Do you value the latest driver-assistance features and technologies? Maybe you prioritize fuel economy because you have a lot of commuting in Provo, UT. Either way, we have hundreds of options available. Filter your search by one or more of the following categories
- Year
- Make/Model
- Trim Level
- Body Style
- Mileage
- Price
- Interior/Exterior Features
The Pre-Purchase Checklist
After you find the vehicle you want, it's time to roll through the pre-purchase checklist. Since there is a bit of risk involved with buying pre-owned, there are certain things that should come with your car, as well as a few things you should look for. Check to see if your vehicle:
- Has a Warranty Included or Available: Certified Pre-Owned vehicles usually include a warranty, while general pre-owned vehicles have warranties available to purchase
- Has a Pre-Inspection by Trained Mechanics: If a dealer has on-site mechanics, your vehicle is more likely to receive an inspection before it's approved for sale
- Comes with a Vehicle History Report: A great way to ensure that you're not in line to buy someone else's problem
- Has Had More than One Owner: While a few owners isn't a bad thing, maintenance history is usually more accessible with only one previous owner
- Has Any Damage or Repairs: These can indicate if a seller has tried to cover up a previous accident
- Has Any Diagnostic Codes: If you have access to an ODB2 scanner, you can plug in and see if any codes have been erased without repair
Secure the Right Terms
You've found the right dealership, the right car, and it checks every box on your pre-purchase list. Now, it's time to find a lender that can match your creditworthiness. We work with multiple lenders locally in Orem, UT, and nationwide, so you'll always be in a great position to finance. You can get started online and enjoy a streamlined buying experience with Doug Smith Subaru.
Doug Smith Subaru
The right way to shop for a car is with Doug Smith Subaru near Lehi, UT. With our solid reputation, low prices, and huge inventory, you'll quickly see why our Subaru retailer in American Fork, UT, never disappoints. Find what you want and need at Doug Smith Subaru.
*Price excludes tax, title, license fee, and $399.00 dealer documentary service fee. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, we are not responsible for any errors or omissions contained on these pages. Vehicle subject to prior sale. Please see dealer for details.
All financing terms are on approved credit. Some vehicles offered for sale may be subject to unrepaired manufacturer safety recalls. To determine the recall status of a vehicle, visit
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls* Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title or non-infringement. All vehicles are subject to prior sale. Price does not include applicable tax, title, and license. Not responsible for typographical errors.
**The arrival timeline is an estimate. It may vary due to circumstances beyond Subaru's or the retailer's control.
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Doug Smith Subaru
501 W Main St
American Fork, UT 84003
- Sales: (801) 847-1049
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