5 Unexpected Benefits of Buying a Used Volkswagen

The Main Perks of Shopping Volkswagen Used Cars

If you are weighing your options between a new car and a used car, it can sometimes feel like you’re negotiating with yourself. Key attributes such as cost of ownership, features, fuel economy, and insurance rates have probably crossed your mind multiple times.

Although the idea of a brand-new vehicle seems like a dream come true, there are plenty of merits to used vehicles that even the savviest of car shoppers can sometimes overlook. The following breaks down the top five unexpected benefits of buying a used Volkswagen.

Once we’ve covered that, we will provide some info on where to find the best Volkswagen used cars, how to test drive them, and how to get financing through your local VW dealership in Houston.

Perk #1 – Big Time Savings
Perhaps the biggest reason savvy car buyers go with used vehicles are the savings on sticker price. Going with a used Volkswagen can literally save you thousands of dollars. For instance, the 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan has a starting MSRP of $30,580. By comparison, a used Volkswagen Tiguan from 2020 goes for approximately $23,991.

To cite another example, the 2023 Volkswagen Jetta SEL has a starting MSRP of $28,385. By going with a used Volkswagen Jetta SEL from 2020, drivers can secure this sedan for around $21,991. It’s amazing how much money can be saved simply by going with a used Volkswagen that’s a few years old.

Perk #2 – Established Track Record
What’s the one thing everybody does when they car shop? If you said “research,” you’d be correct. Now that we live in the age of information, reading industry articles and customer reviews about a vehicle is part of the decision-making process. When a vehicle has two or three years of history under its belt, it’s easier to get a clear and realistic picture of its track record.

Perk #3 – Lower Insurance Costs
To add another log to the low cost of ownership pile, a used Volkswagen is typically going to be less expensive to insure than a new one. According to data shared by The Zebra, vehicle insurance rates decrease approximately 3.4% for every year the vehicle ages. For example, a used Volkswagen Jetta from 2015 would be approximately 25% less to insure compared to the 2023 model.

Perk #4 – Certified Pre-Owned Options
Buying a used vehicle from an independent seller can feel a bit like skydiving without a parachute. Even if the car runs great on the day you test it out, there’s no guarantee something won’t go wrong in the next month or two.

As a VW dealership that specializes in quality used cars, we know the importance of building in a safety net for our customers, which is exactly where certified pre-owned warranty coverage comes into play. Certified pre-owned vehicles are not your run-of-the-mill used cars found on Craigslist.

Volkswagen technicians rigorously inspect and test these vehicles to confirm they’re in good condition. Further, the warranty includes limited coverages on things like engine and suspension components, electrical systems, and more. At minimum, the limited warranty provides a year of coverage on a used Volkswagen. Plus at VW Cypress CPO vehicles have 1.9% available APR on them for well qualified buyers!

Perk #5 – Dodge the Bulk of Depreciation
We all know vehicles are a depreciating asset. The longer you own them and the more wear and tear they accrue, the more they go down in value. According to Progressive Insurance, the bulk of depreciation occurs within the first year, and can be as much as 20%. By going with a used Volkswagen, drivers dodge the bulk of vehicle depreciation.

How to Check Out Used Volkswagen Vehicles in Houston

As one of the leading dealerships in Houston, VW Cypress carries a wide variety of used cars and certified pre-owned vehicles that have undergone a 100+ plus point inspection. We also have an entire section of our website that’s dedicated to certified pre-owned specials.

If you’re shopping for a used Volkswagen Jetta or other Volkswagen used cars, VW Cypress has the most comprehensive selection in the Houston area. Additionally, our dealership runs great deals on used vehicle financing. With approved credit, drivers can secure rates as low as 1.99%. Reach out to our financing department for more info.

Once you’ve had a chance to peruse our used Volkswagen vehicles online, the next step we recommend is test driving. Getting behind the wheel is the only surefire way to know if the car is right for you. This also gives us the chance to walk you through some of the finer points of the vehicle you’re interested in and answer your questions.

VW Cypress is located at 11411 FM 1960 West in Houston, TX. To set an appointment or ask a question about any of our used Volkswagen vehicles, use the contact form on our website or call us at (281) 532-8824.

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