Best place to buy used car

Submitted by HeardingCatz t3_10io32a in RhodeIsland

Looking for most reliable dealer to buy a used car, preferably SUV-ish. Would love to find something with under around 50,000-60,000 miles on it for around 25k. I’m googling now, but anyone have suggestions for good pre-owned places, trustworthy, etc?

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koidrieyez t1_j5galcr wrote

Everyone pointed me toward Sandy Motors in Coventry. Bought an F-150 about 3 years ago. So far I've spent less than $25 in repairs.

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Distinct-Ad5751 t1_j5hz190 wrote

My husband bought a work van from Sandy Motors and it was a great vehicle.

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DontDriveKid t1_j5g8rs1 wrote

I had a no BS situation with Patriot Subaru. No pressure, no unexpected fees, no trying to sell me things I don’t need.

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BitterStatus9 t1_j5hfgdw wrote

Do not trust the guys at Tarbox Nucar. Very slippery, not totally honest.

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SignificantSort t1_j5jfmw0 wrote

I was there last week to buy a pre owned hybrid. Since they didn’t have any on the lot they went full on trying to sell me a gas car. So happy I stood my ground and left.

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GossamerGlenn t1_j5g9jsc wrote

If you end up in ashaway by a Chinese restaurant keep driving

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Distinct-Ad5751 t1_j5i0asy wrote

But stop in at Lucky House, it’s the best Chinese around.

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GossamerGlenn t1_j60zy0d wrote

Yea only reason you should stop on that street and maybe the other buisness that I think in between but I know nothing about that is one

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FastToday t1_j5je73p wrote

Carmax. No haggling so you pay sticker price. Buy a warranty if you are concerned about repairs. Bought my last car there and would totally do again

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Puzzleheaded_Try1359 t1_j5gzcml wrote

I bought a used Tacoma from the Car Store in Attleboro. They have no haggle prices and all of their cars are backed by Tasca dealer warranties. They make money off of financing though so if you already have a loan secured you can do pretty well there without the typical car salesman bullshit

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geffe71 t1_j5fhe1y wrote

Bristol Toyota

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HeardingCatz OP t1_j5fmzux wrote

Thx!

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4k5 t1_j5grdd5 wrote

Search the Toyota certified pre owned website. Get a rav if you can they are very reliable.

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HeardingCatz OP t1_j5hwua9 wrote

Good to know. I’ve been looking at Ravs! They seem solid. I don’t need anything flashy. Just dependable.

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4k5 t1_j5i1690 wrote

Seriously get a Toyota or Honda. I have had nothing but Toyotas my driving life and have never seen an issue. Look at the maintenance schedule on a prius or a new rav. Nothing but oil changes and tire rotations until close to 100k where they recommend plugs and wires. They are extremely dependable cars as long as you do regular maintenance. And not flashy :D

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RickyRoma22 t1_j5gk6zl wrote

D’Agastino Motors, Smithfield!

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VirtualSoup t1_j5jnin8 wrote

Could try the Hertz used car dealership. Cars mostly have around 50-60k miles on them.

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leavingthecold t1_j5lilwb wrote

Where ever you go from dealer to 2nd/3rd hand dealer bring a certified mechanic or someone who knows about cars.

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BenedoneCrumblepork t1_j649t32 wrote

Had good luck with Hyannis Honda on the Cape. Did everything via email, they drove the car to Little Compton for the VIN check, and met me at Middletown DMV. They drove my old car back, I took delivery of the new (used) car at the DMV. Got an ‘18 CR-V that has been a pleasure to drive. They have a couple good CR-V options on their site now that may be worth a look.

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Over_Art_921 t1_j5ipqdk wrote

Private sale. Craigslist still works. If you don't get murdered that is

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BradleyVan t1_j5k6tji wrote

>Hertz used car dealership

I used it for my last used car, and it they were super nice people. Car is still working with no issues.

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Over_Art_921 t1_j5lmtiq wrote

Trustworthy used car salespeople are rare.

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JannaSummer t1_j5pwnla wrote

Yes I'll say Sandy Motors, it's been 6 years since I bought a SUV there and aside from oil changes, one head light... Good people great deal 🤝

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