Used Car Dealer In Lexington
Dan Cummins Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is your used car dealer in Lexington. Buying a used car is a great way to save money because you get an excellent value car at a much lower cost. When you come to Dan Cummins CDJR, our knowledgeable sales staff will focus on making your experience the easiest you will find anywhere. We have an amazing inventory of vehicles with choices in every make, model, and year available. Even if you don’t see the car of your dreams in our lineup, we will search for it when you fill out our vehicle finder so you can get the exact vehicle you want.
Our team provides excellent customer service, which is always aimed at giving buyers what they request. You will find a different experience at Dan Cummins CDJR without pressure to buy. Once you find that perfect vehicle, our finance team will help you find the perfect loan and payment plan. If you decide you don't want the vehicle you chose, after all, you can exchange it up to 72 hours after you purchase. It’s important for you to be happy with your vehicle, especially if you drive it every day. Here, we offer some ideas about how to choose what type of vehicle you may need in case you can’t decide what type will suit you best.
How Do I Know I Need an SUV?
According to a recent article in the NY Times, SUV sales more than doubled those of sedans in the US, making up 47.4 percent of total automotive sales in the overall market. In other words, Americans are buying SUVs in record numbers, and many buyers are convinced they need one. But is an SUV really what you need? What the SUV is made to do in our modern market can be varied, from serious off-road capability to more of a family vehicle with three rows of seats. Usually, an SUV will come with available all-wheel drive, which comes in handy if you live in a snowy climate.
Most SUVs are made for road travel rather than trail riding, though a few brands offer SUVs with fairly rugged capability to handle deep mud and rough terrain. Some SUVs can also tow trailers, which is perfect for small campers or boats. If you plan to take regular weekend excursions in the country or live on a back road, an SUV may be a good vehicle for you. City dwellers are more likely to find that even a compact SUV could prove harder to park or maneuver than a sedan. Keep in mind that an SUV will cost more to fuel than a sedan. Ride quality may also be stiffer and less comfortable if you are not used to driving a bigger vehicle, depending on the brand and capability, so a test drive is a good way to be sure you will like the driving experience. Overall, an SUV is a great vehicle for hauling large items, lots of gear, all your family members, and is great for people who like to get outdoors.
How Do I Know I Need a Truck?
Trucks are another American dream vehicle and have been somewhat romanticized since the 1950s. When trucks were first built, they were used as cargo carriers and on farms. They eventually evolved into vehicles used by the working class because of their useful hauling and towing capability. In our modern lives, we still often see trucks utilized by the working class for construction, plowing, and hauling, but we also see luxury trucks upholstered in leather and trimmed in wood grain accents that are showpieces as much as workhorses. A truck has many uses, from light towing to serious hauling, and a few trucks are well known for being excellent off-road vehicles.
It’s worth noting that a truck can be the answer when you know you need to tow a heavy trailer because a truck engine and trailering tech are often better suited to towing than an SUV. Having a large bed for hauling equipment, yard waste, construction supplies, or potentially hazardous material is a truck’s forte, especially since the bed is separate from where passengers ride. If you know you need to use the bed for regular work duties or are towing on long trips regularly, then a truck may be the answer for you. Keep in mind that trucks tend to be hard to park if you drive in cities a lot and have a wide turning radius. For those who only need to tow small trailers or move large items on occasion, an SUV is usually a better fit.
How Do I Know I Need a Sedan?
Many buyers in today’s market are convinced an SUV will give them more space for passengers and cargo than a sedan, but that isn’t always true. An SUV is a trendy vehicle that can offer certain capabilities some buyers actually need or want, like off-roading or towing capacity. However, an SUV is a bulkier vehicle that’s more difficult to park, it can be more work to climb into or load items into the trunk area, and they almost always cost more to fuel than a sedan that can seat the same number of passengers.
A sedan is a perfect vehicle for people who regularly travel, particularly if you have a long commute daily to work. Compact cars are great if you are the only one in the car most of the time, so you can maximize your fuel savings, especially if you purchase a hybrid or electric vehicle. Some sedans even come with all-wheel drive, which is great if you live in snowy climates. If you tend to drive in cities, spend a lot of time on long trips, or need to park in tight spaces, a sedan is the best type of vehicle to make your daily life easier. Another consideration for the sedan is that you often get more features for the price you would pay for an SUV.
How Do I Know I Need a Minivan?
Minivans have become incredibly luxurious, spacious vehicles with surprising versatility to accommodate both cargo and passengers. If you need to ferry around large groups of passengers, bring a lot of equipment or luggage, and even put on a bike rack or kayaks for a trip, a minivan is an excellent choice. Three-row SUVs are great for carrying up to eight or nine passengers, but few of them have the same amount of space as compared with a minivan. Seats in minivans tend to be more comfortable for adults, especially in the second row, where captain’s chairs usually reside. Ease of entry with kids, particularly those still in child seats, is far simpler for daily life in a minivan with sliding side doors and a lower load floor.
Parents traveling with little ones typically have a lot of cargo to carry, and putting a stroller into the rear of a minivan will be much easier than with most SUVs because a minivan rides lower to the ground. Driving a minivan tends to feel more like a car, and the ride quality is usually more like a luxury vehicle or sedan with a suspension that absorbs bumps in the road. Because of the size of a minivan, it usually comes with an engine powerful enough to handle a large load of passengers, which means you may also be able to tow a small trailer for weekend excursions.
Find Your Perfect Vehicle at Dan Cummins Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Take a look at our incredible inventory of used cars to see which one is right for you, and then visit our dealership for a test drive to decide how it feels. We will be glad to help you find the right vehicle that you can expect to be reliable and suited to your lifestyle. Whether you want a small and efficient sedan or a large and in charge truck, our team can help you find the perfect match.
Once you drive your vehicle home, our service team will help you maintain it for life. We can take care of any vehicle you buy, from the required maintenance to intense repairs. Find the car of your dreams and keep it running for years to come at Dan Cummins Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram today!