Buy Used Cars in Pretoria at the Professionals

As recently as March 2017, the cheapest locally available passenger car still cost less than R100 000. At the end of 2019, there are only six vehicles on the South African car market still retailing for less than R150 000. Two of those are light commercial vehicles, leaving just four passenger cars. The steep prices of new cars have meant that an increasing number of South Africans are opting to buy used cars instead. It has also caused the average age of cars to increase, as people are keeping their cars longer and longer before selling them.

Second-Hand is not Second-Rate

Some people still unfairly believe that to buy used cars is a second-rate choice that they are only forced into if they cannot afford a new car. In fact, this couldn’t be further from the truth. This is amply demonstrated by the scores of people with the wherewithal to afford a new vehicle – yet that buy pre-owned instead. You see, financially, it can be a very smart move to buy second-hand instead of new. You stand to enjoy a handsome discount compared to purchasing new, which means lower instalments that are easier on your cashflow. Because the vehicle is worth less, it is also cheaper to insure. If you opt for a 1- to 3-year-old vehicle, you also usually get one that still has some of its factory guarantee left.

Mitigating the Risks

There are several ways people can go about it when they buy used cars. Some prefer to keep it simple and go for basic transport in order to get the lowest possible mileage for their money. Others take advantage of the steep depreciation of certain classes of car to get a whole lot of car for that same money; this is especially true for niche and certain luxury vehicles, as well as mid-size saloons – a market that has become unpopular since the rise of the SUV. Unpopular means steep depreciation and excellent second-hand value. However, when people buy used cars, they tend to think it inevitably goes with reduced reliability and higher running costs. What they fail to realise is that they pay dearly for their new-car peace of mind and, even if their second-hand car requires more maintenance, it probably never comes close to that new-car price premium.

What is more, there are several ways to mitigate the risk of increased running cost when you purchase a used car, like opting for that basic transport with low mileage mentioned earlier. Another way is to simply buy warranty cover for your used car at a fraction of what a new vehicle would have cost you more. There are several insurance and warranty products out there to help people look after their pre-owned vehicles. These usually cover all the major mechanical failures, as long as the vehicle’s service record is up to date and it has been maintained responsibly.

Get all this and more when you buy used cars from Atterbury Motors in Pretoria. Have a look at our expansive range at our showroom in Wonderboom South and get your finance, insurance, and warranty cover sorted on site. Contact us today.

Buy A Car at Atterbury Motors for the Ultimate in Peace of Mind

To buy a car is not a process that you can approach carelessly. You are simply spending too much money to make light of it, especially in view of the exorbitant prices charged for new vehicles in South Africa. In fact, at the turn of the decade, good luck finding anything remotely decent to drive for less than R150 000, brand-new. And for that kind of money, you are looking at the most bare-bones basic models of the entry-level city hatchbacks. Forget about generous standard equipment or impressive safety credentials at that price as well.

Buy A Proper Used Car for the Same Money

Let’s get back to that R150 000 price point and consider your used options if you are not going to buy a new car. Suddenly, a whole host of far more upmarket cars join the fray, anything from a Peugeot 208 or Hyundai i20 to a Smart ForFour or Ford Fiesta – and all of them with between 20 000 and 100 000 km on the odometer. These cars offer a lot more in terms of specification and safety equipment for the same money. And it doesn’t mean you’re just buying someone else’s trouble. Quite the contrary, especially if you shop at Atterbury Motors in Pretoria.

The Atterbury Motors Difference

Before we put our cars on our showroom floor for you to buy, they all go through a stringent AA DEKRA roadworthy test and we repair all cosmetic blemishes like dings, chips, and scratches. You can also buy peace-of-mind cover from us when you purchase your vehicle and these include credit life, retrenchment cover, and warranties that take care of mechanical repairs, should something go wrong. Not only new vehicles are guaranteed; we can make sure that you enjoy all the cover you need when you buy a used car from us as well.

We are also a member of the BlueChip Dealers network and Independent Dealer Association (IDA), and our transactions are governed not only by the standards imposed by these esteemed establishments, but also by the Consumer Protection Act. If you don’t believe that you can get a purchasing experience that matches or exceeds that of buying a brand-new car, just take a look of what our clients have to say about us on Hello Peter and on the testimonials on our website.

If you live in Pretoria, head on over to Wonderboom South and visit our showroom at the corner of Fred Nicholson Street and Johan Heyns Drive and see for yourself.

Top-Quality Used Cars for Sale in Pretoria

If you were to walk into a dealership in Pretoria 30 years ago that offered used cars for sale, the type of wheels the stock was made up of would have been quite predictable. Back then, the sedan ruled and most people bought this body style. There would also have been a good few hatchbacks, bakkies, minibuses, and … well, that’s about it. None of the niche segments that have proliferated over the years existed back then and SUVs and crossovers simply weren’t a “thing” in the ’80s and ’90s. The dealers’ lots reflected the motoring landscape of the day. But that landscape has changed.

Atterbury Motors in Pretoria Leading the Way

And nowhere will you see a truer reflection of what modern-day South African motorists want than the cars for sale on the showroom floor of Atterbury Motors in Wonderboom South, Pretoria. SUVs, crossovers, lifestyle vehicles, and bakkies are what most buyers buy nowadays and we have a vast selection of them to choose from. Of course, some of these tend to be expensive and the top-selling passenger cars are still economical hatchbacks, so you’ll see lots of those too. However, few people realise that bakkies frequently vie for the top sales spot with these humble city cars because South Africa most certainly is bakkie country.

Buy Better – Buy Used

What makes buying at Atterbury Motors such a pleasant affair is no one specific thing. In fact, it is a combination of factors that work together to make your shopping experience unforgettable. From our, professional sales staff that are members of the Motor Industry Ombudsman – Transaction Protection Project (MIO TPP) to the fact that we belong to the BlueChip Dealers independent dealer organisation and the Independent Dealer Association, everything plays a part. It means that we are held to a certain standard of service and that we are accountable for the way we conduct our transactions and treat our customers. It all works together to give you the peace of mind that you are in good hands. It has also arguably made us the very best dealership in Pretoria if you are not just looking for quality cars for sale, but also professional service and a personal touch.

If you live in Pretoria and you are in the market for a vehicle, come to our showroom on the corner of Fred Nicholson Street and Johan Heyns drive to have a look at the big range of top-quality used cars we have for sale. You can get everything in one place, from the car to the financing, insurance, and warranty. Visit us today.