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By Stephany Frizzegen


Because the economy isn't doing so well, a lot of people who need a vehicle are not buying one because they can't afford to purchase something new. The rebates and extra incentives that are currently being offered by new car dealers are not enough to persuade American consumers to purchase a vehicle. If you want a new vehicle, there are numerous good reasons why you might want to buy a used hybrid car rather than buying one of the latest models on the market.

Cheap

You can actually purchase a used hybrid car for a lot less than you may expect. Used hybrid car costs are usually low because this kind of vehicle depreciates in value quickly, particularly during the first year. Therefore if you purchase a used hybrid car which is between one and four years old, then the previous owner lost the money when the value is depreciated in the first twelve months but the condition of the vehicle should still be good.

Fuel Efficient and Reliable

If you buy a used hybrid car, you'll save money on the price of fuel. Hybrid cars are powered by both a fuel efficient engine and an electric motor that runs on rechargeable batteries. This makes hybrids twice as fuel efficient as common vehicles. Therefore it definitely is practical to buy a used hybrid car if you drive a lot of miles on a regular basis. After all, nobody can be certain that we will not see horrendously high gas prices at some point in the future. Gas costs more than four dollars per gallon in some states during the summer of 2008 and this could simply happen again.

A lot of people buy a used hybrid car since the components can be costly to replace, particularly the batteries. Don't let the cost of the components deter you because according to consumer reports, hybrids are more reliable than common vehicles. Therefore, if you buy a hybrid that has only been gently used, there is every reason to expect that you will get a great deal of use from it before any of the parts malfunction.

Eco-friendly

If you purchase a used hybrid car, you will not just save money. You will also be doing your part to protect the environment. Because hybrid cars are more fuel efficient, they do not release the same volume of poisonous exhaust fumes to the air. Consequently, people who purchase a used hybrid car reduce their carbon footprint. This is certainly worth considering if you care about global warming and conserving the environment for generations to come.




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