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Tips for Buying Used Cars in the Bay Area

January 09, 2022 · 2 min read

Bay Area Used Car Buying Options

Buying a used car used to be simpler. With the growth of online scammers and the reduction in automotive availability, especially in the Bay Area, things are getting difficult. If you are exploring your Bay Area used car buying options and you need tips for buying used cars in the Bay Area, then we are here to help.

Why should you avoid buying a car privately?

What does buying privately even mean? Basically, it’s when you buy a car (or anything) directly from someone else. This means no business is involved. You are buying privately from someone who is selling their vehicle privately. This type of purchase actually opens you up to a ton of liability. Many people are looking to scam you out of your time, out of your money, and out of a car. There are legal protections in place for you, but they will not always make you whole again, and they take more time away from you that you could be using enjoying the car you wanted or even needed.

Why is it hard to find cars from used car dealerships?

Used car dealerships never had the market cornered on used cars by any stretch of the imagination. Often, they operated by buying from auctions or even from new car dealerships that simply didn’t have the room for the used vehicles they were getting in trade or off lease return. However, since the pandemic, new cars have become scarce. Not only does this mean that used car demand is on the rise, but new car dealerships like Redwood City INFINITI are suddenly able to leverage the used car inventory that they would have been trying to unload quickly to used car dealerships in the past. In short, when cars are scarce, buying used from a new car dealership becomes a better option. Read More: What brands of used cars does Redwood City INFINITI sell?

Are new car dealerships a good option for buying used in the Bay Area?

The cool thing about new car dealerships having a wider used car selection is that they are often in a position to offer better prices especially. With Redwood City INFINITI, not only can you cross-shop our used inventory alongside new options like the QX60, but you also get the added benefit of our simplified pricing. We believe in providing one price for each car. That means we put our best price forward, and we list it right on our website so you can start making your financial decisions right from your home.

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Nov 14, 2023 in Used Cars

Where can I find used electric vehicles in Redwood City, CA?

Rising gas prices, long commutes, cleaner air - those are just some of the reasons drivers in the Bay Area are swapping their old vehicles for electric models. Buying used is a great way to test out an electric vehicle, and you can find just what you’re looking for at Redwood City INFINITI. more Types of Electric Vehicles for Sale in Redwood City Hybrid Electric Vehicles Not ready for a fully electric model? No problem. There are plenty of hybrid electric vehicles, or HEVs, available at Redwood City INFINITI. Hybrids use one or two electric motors, a battery, and a standard internal combustion engine that work together to conserve fuel. The battery is charged through regenerative braking, which harnesses the kinetic energy that comes from using your brakes. That energy goes to the battery in small doses, which then powers the electric motor. Some examples of hybrids include the now-available Toyota Prius Prime and Toyota Camry. Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles Another option is a plug-in hybrid. Like HEVs, a plug-in hybrid combines an internal combustion engine with electric motors and a battery. The difference is that plug-in hybrids use a battery that needs to be charged. Take the Wrangler 4xe, for example. The 2023 model in our current inventory can run on all-electric power, hybrid mode, or rely on the gas-powered engine to get you where you need to go. Plug-in hybrids give lots of options and allow you to conserve fuel in several different ways, depending on what type of driving you’re doing. Battery Electric Vehicles If you want zero-emissions driving without the need for fuel, then an EV might be right for you. Electric vehicles use only a battery and electric motors, which means that the battery needs to be charged. Different EVs can have different ranges, but models like the Kia Niro EV can take you nearly 240 miles on a single charge. Instead of stopping at a gas station, you’ll need to plan your trips around charging stations. The good news, though, is that you can also install a charging station right at home, and there are lots of public charging stations in the Bay Area and across the country. Find Your Used Electric Vehicle Today Are you curious about owning a hybrid or electric vehicle? Visit us today at Redwood City INFINITI to check out our selection of pre-owned EVs to find one that’s right for you! You can contact us now to book your test drive and see how an EV can fit into your life.

Feb 03, 2023 in Used Cars

What are the benefits of buying a certified pre-owned INFINITI?

If you've been considering your next vehicle but are unsure about buying used, there's good news: INFINITI's certified pre-owned vehicles combine the value of buying used with the added assurance of a manufacturer's warranty. There are even more perks to purchasing a certified pre-owned vehicle from Redwood City INFINITI, and you can learn about all the benefits below. more What is INFINITI's certified pre-owned program? INFINITI believes every customer should be able to drive in luxury. The CPO program delivers just that, by offering the quality of an INFINITI vehicle with the value of one that's pre-owned. As with every aspect of their vehicles, only the best quality as certified and must meet a certain set of criteria. Every vehicle that qualifies must have a clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report and 3-year buy-back guarantee, which is available at the time of purchase. In addition, they'll undergo a rigorous 167-point inspection by one of our factory-trained technicians. Age is a factor, as well, since all INFINITI CPO vehicles are within 60 months of original sale and under 60,000 miles. Along with meeting INFINITI's high standards, every certified pre-owned vehicle purchased at Redwood City INFINITI will receive: 24-Hour Emergency Roadside Assistance Complimentary service courtesy vehicle 6 year/75,000 mile or 6 year/unlimited mile warranty 1-year pre-paid maintenance with complimentary service courtesy vehicle Free 3-month SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscription [gallery link="none" columns="2" size="full" ids="3757,3755"] Additional warranties and service may be available depending on the vehicle's age and mileage, like the INFINITI EliteTM Extended Protection Program. Your satisfaction is always a guarantee, and the team at Redwood City INFINITI is ready to go above and beyond to make your certified pre-owned buying experience a great one. When your INFINITI CPO vehicle needs service, simply bring it in to our service department. We'll provide a loan vehicle for every warranty service, so you don't need to worry about interrupting your day. All repairs and maintenance are completed with genuine INFINITI parts, providing the peace of mind of quality service at all times. INFINITI Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles at Redwood City INFINITI Are you interested in a certified pre-owned INFINITI? Be on the lookout in our inventory at Redwood City INFINITI. Our CPO vehicles don't last long, so if you see one you like, be sure to contact us for more information. If you have a specific vehicle in mind or don't see any in our current inventory, you can still contact us with details about what you're searching for.

Sep 01, 2022 in Used Cars

Where can I find used crossovers & SUVs in Redwood City, CA?

On today’s market, crossovers and even traditional SUVs seem to be the most popular models out there. Sedans are getting discontinued left and right due in large part to the popularity of utility vehicles. So, there’s never been a better time to get behind the wheel of one for yourself. If you’re in the Redwood City, California, area and are shopping for a new-to-you crossover or SUV, we’ve got a nice selection of used models for you to consider right here at Redwood City INFINITI. more What types of crossovers and SUVs are available? Unlike our new car inventory, we can’t tell you the exact makes and models that we’ll have in stock. Our used vehicle inventory is constantly in flux based on the vehicles that are traded in or sold to us, so we can’t say definitively that we’ll have this model or that one. But you can always check our available inventory to see what we have in stock. To give you an idea though, we thought we’d at least highlight some of the models that we have in stock right now at the time of this blog’s creation. Our used utility vehicle inventory currently includes 30 models, which is exactly 50% of our overall inventory. It includes vehicles from 11 different brands including BMW, Hyundai, Lexus, our own INFINITI brand and a few others. Some of the most prominent models in stock include the Hyundai Santa Fe, INFINITI QX60, Lexus NX and BMW X1. This is just a glimpse at what’s available, we might have completely different models in stock at the time you’re reading this. Just check out our online inventory to see what’s available! If you do look through and can’t find something you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to give us a call anyways. You can let us know what you’re looking for and we’ll do our best to track it down for you or keep you in mind if something does become available. We look forward to helping you find your next new-to-you vehicle!