While buying a new car has its advantages and benefits, buying a used car does too. When buying a used car for sale from an accredited motor retailer like CMH Carshop, you can find a high-quality, pre-owned vehicle for a fraction of the price of a new one. And with such a wide selection of models to choose from, buying a used car for sale may be a cost-effective alternative if your budget doesn’t allow you to buy new.

At CMH Carshop, all of our used cars undergo strict and rigorous testing to ensure that they meet all of the requirements needed to pass as a quality, pre-owned car. We take pride in providing our customers with only the best hand-picked used cars. Buying a used car may be one of the best purchases you’ll make, provided you follow the guideline below and buy from a trusted motor retailer such as CMH Carshop. Browse our selection of used cars now to find the model that best suit your vehicle needs.

Steps to follow when buying a used car for sale

Buying a car doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. With our helpful guide to the car buying process, you’ll be able to drive away in your new pre-owned vehicle in no time.

1.    Choosing the model that’s right for you

When making the decision on the type of car you’re intending to purchase, make sure that you’ve researched the specific model and know its features and capabilities inside out. This way you’ll be able to make an informed decision and be one step away to finding your ideal car. Also, be sure to test drive the used car for sale to ensure that you’re happy with the vehicle and that you know exactly what you will be paying for. Test driving the used car for sale will also determine whether you would enjoy driving the car – you may like the exterior but you may not like the way the car feels to drive.

2.    Gather all important documents together

Buying a car, both new and used, requires representations of your Identity Document, Driver’s License and financial documents, such as payslips and bank statements, if you are applying for finance from the dealership. Getting all documents together will help to speed up the process and make the car buying process easier for both buyer and seller.

3.    Arrange your vehicle insurance

It’s always best to have your car insured before it leaves the dealership, if your general insurance plan doesn’t already cover your vehicle. This way, you’ll be prepared should an accident occur. Also, make sure that you can afford the insurance premiums on the used car for sale before you make the purchase.

4.    Taking ownership of the used car for sale

Once all of the paperwork has been taken care of and you’ve transferred the funds to the dealership’s account, you can now take ownership of your car. It’s imperative that you register the vehicle in your name immediately after ownership is taken so that all traffic and motor queries about the vehicle can be sent to your home address. But for now, enjoy the enlivening experience when the dealer hands you the keys to the car you’ve just bought.

Find quality used cars for sale at CMH Carshop

With over 60 dealerships in the country, CMH Carshop continues to be South Africa’s leading auto dealer in premium used cars for sale. Find a pre-owned car of your choice now by searching our comprehensive database of used cars for sale.