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What Does Car Depreciation Mean For Buyers?

Written By: Jerry Reynolds | Sep 17, 2026, 8:33:50 PM

What Does Car Depreciation Mean For Buyers?
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Q:  What Does Car Depreciation Mean For Buyers?

Car depreciation, a loss in value, starts as soon as you drive a new vehicle off the lot. The biggest occurs three years. What it means for buyer is simple: How long you keep your vehicle matter. Best Advice? Settle in for the long haul making sure you have an extended warranty to cover your car, or trade before you reach 60,000 miles to maximize the value.

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