Driving Excellence: Why a Used Mercedes-Benz Is a Smart Investment

Mercedes-Benz’s sophisticated engineering and digital innovations are not limited to the latest model year. You will find plenty of driving excellence in a more affordable used Mercedes-Benz that you can pick up today at United Auto Sales of Utica.

Driving Excellence: Why a Used Mercedes-Benz Is a Smart Investment

Avoid Depreciation

On average, a vehicle fresh out of the dealership loses 23.5% of its value after the first year and about 60% in the first five years. This makes brand-new cars a poor investment in terms of resale value.

Depreciation slows down after the first five years, with each subsequent year only shaving off a tiny percentage of the vehicle’s MSRP. This means your pre-owned Mercedes-Benz will retain most of its value even after years of driving. Additionally, used vehicles carry a lower price tag since they already have their depreciation costs paid for by the previous owners.

Enjoy Reliability

Mercedes-Benz represents the pinnacle of German engineering. The manufacturer warranty covers 50,000 miles or four years of use, but the vehicles themselves are built to last generations. All Mercedes-Benz models undergo rigorous testing in various terrains, including the Arctic tundra, and are driven over 3 million miles, which is the distance to the moon and back six times.

Other testing procedures include leaving individual components to bake in the Kalahari Desert for two years in order to test material durability.

Get More Features

Since you are paying only a fraction of a brand-new car’s cost, you can opt for a top-of-the-line model without breaking the bank. Most range-topping Mercedes-Benz models of the past five years offer competitive luxury features that are on par with brand-new vehicles. For instance, choosing a 2022 or 2023 C-Class Pinnacle brings you ventilated and power-adjustable front seats, wireless phone charging, an 11.9-inch vertically oriented display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a power-operated sunroof, and much more.

If you are looking for a vehicle with formidable performance, you can choose a pre-owned AMG model. A 2023 Mercedes-AMG C43 offers a turbocharged 2.0L inline-4 with hybrid assistance, generating a net 402 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. This translates to a 0 to 60 mph time of just 3.9 seconds.

Pay Less for Insurance

Used cars almost always cost less to insure, since insurance companies primarily determine your premium based on the replacement cost. Your monthly insurance payments will be even lower for models with excellent safety ratings, such as a Mercedes-Benz E-Class, since they reduce the risk of injury or theft.

Investing in a pre-owned Mercedes-Benz gives you more for less while also freeing you from the usual worries of depreciation. Explore our lot at United Auto Sales of Utica in Yorkville, NY to find a model that suits your lifestyle.

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