When used car shopping, there are two numbers you’ll see prominently displayed on most cars: the model year and the mileage on the odometer. When buying a
used Chevy car, you’ll probably ask yourself which is more important: mileage or age. The answer isn’t always straightforward. That’s why our team at
James Martin Chevrolet has created this guide.
What Mileage Can Tell You
The average vehicle in the U.S. is driven about 14,000 miles per year. That is a good baseline for how many miles you can expect on a used car. If the car is three years old and has more than 42,000 miles, it was driven more than average.
Mileage can help you determine how much life is left in a used car. However, don’t be too hasty in rejecting a high-mileage car; many Chevy models can last well over 200,000 miles.
What Age Can Tell You
The model year doesn’t always illustrate how a car was driven or its remaining lifespan. It can tell you, however, what features you can expect. If you are looking for specific amenities like a rear camera or a wireless charging station, you may want to opt for a more recent model year.
Service History
The truth is that mileage and age are not the only indicators of whether you are looking at a good used car. A very important predictor of a car’s remaining lifespan and performance is how well it has been taken care of.
CarFax® Report
The best option to find out if a car was driven too hard or has had many repairs in the past is a vehicle history report. We offer CarFax® reports on our pre-owned vehicles, and these reports will outline service history, number of owners, and any previous accidents. We also offer a selection of one-owner
CarFax® used cars.
Find Your Next Used Chevy Car Today
We’re here to help you find your next used car at our
Chevy dealership in Detroit, MI. We will give you all the information about age, mileage, and most importantly, vehicle history, so you can make the most well-informed decision possible. While here, visit our
Chevrolet finance center for used car specials and warranty information. We look forward to finding your next vehicle!
