Good Mileage For A Used Car

What is Used Car Mileage?

First up. Let's take a brief moment to define used car mileage. Broadly speaking, vehicle mileage is the total distance a vehicle has traveled, usually over a specific period of time, measured in miles. Since 1847 vehicle mileage has been tracked by a roadometer. Today new cars use digital odometers that store the mileage iin the vehicle's engine control unit to make it difficult to tamper with the mileage. Manipulating a vehicle's mileage to make a car appear to have been driven less to increase it's market value is fraud.

Why Is Used Car Mileage Important?

Here's five reasons why you want to find a used with good mileage:

1. Affects Vehicle Value: The resale value of a vehicle is often strongly influenced by the total distance shown on the odometer.
2. Indicates Wear and Tear: A vehicle's mileage can indicate how much wear and tear the car has experienced over its lifetime.
3. Predicts Maintenance Costs: Mileage can help determine when a car needs maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and more.
4. Determines Warranty Eligibility: Mileage can be used to determine if a vehicle is backed by a warranty.
5. Affects Depreciation Rate: Vehicles with higher mileage tend to depreciate faster, meaning they lose value more quickly compared to lower mileage cars.

Average Vehicle Mileage in 2023   

What is The Average Miles Driven Per Year?      

• 10,000 to 12,000 miles is the average mileage driven per year. 
• Good mileage for a 5-year old used vehicle would be around 60,000 miles. 
• A 10-year old used car with 100,000 miles and up is in good state.
• Higher used car mileage is not always a bad thing
• Remember to consider the vehicle's age, maintenance, history, and the manufacturer as your consider the vehicle's mileage. 

What is considered high mileage for used cars in West Palm Beach, FL

• 150,000 miles plus is considered high mileage for any car. Of course, keep in mind, that some vehicles have a reputation for their long lasting reliability. 
• But for the most part 100,000 to 150,000 miles is considered to be high mileage. 
• Nevertheless, keep in mind that although a vehicle has 100,000 miles it doesn't mean that it's a bad car. Some brands are known for making vehicles that regularly exceed 200, 000 miles with only minimal maintenance.

Used Cars in Good Condition with Low Miles

If a car has accrued 50,000 miles or less in five years or more it is considered to be a low mileage vehicle. Used cars with low mileage are extremely popular in West Palm Beach for several reasons:

• Reduced wear and tear
• Lower maintenance cost
• Higher resale value
• Better reliability
• Potential Warranty Coverage with select models
• Improved Fuel Efficiency
• Fewer Previous Owners
• Lower Risk of Major Issues

How Does Accrued Mileage Affect The Price of A Used Car

• Perceived Reliability:Typically cars with lower miles are often viewed as more reliable and less likely to experience mechanical issues in the near future. As a result, vehicle with less mileage are viewed as more valuable
• Maintenance And Repair Cost : Pre-Owned vehicles with higher mileage typically require more maintenance and repairs. Buyers aware of this may not be willing to pay as much as they would for a vehicle with lower mileage.
• Market Demand : Pre-Owned vehicles with lower mileage typically have a higher demand than pre-owned vehicles with a high mileage due to their perceived benefits. This increased demand can drive up the price of low mileage used cars.
• Resale Value :Most buyers consider the resale value of pre-owned vehicles while purchasing. Being said, used cars with lower mileage typically have a higher value in the present and a higher resale value
• Depreciation :Most vehicles with higher mileage cost less because of higher depreciation. While all cars depreciate in value, higher mileage cars typically lose value faster than lower mileage cars because they are perceived to have more wear and tear and a shorter remaining lifespan

All in all, the sticker price on used cars with higher mileage is typically lower than used cars with less mileage. However, used cars with lower mileage typically cost less whenever you account for maintenance and repairs.

Where's The Best Place To Buy A Used Car With Good Mileage

Next time you're in the market for an affordable used car with low mileage visit Napleton Northlake Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, conveniently located at 3701 Northlake BlvdLake Park, FL 33403-1629. We're open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. Our used car lot is also open on Saturday from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm and on Sunday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. We offer plenty of used cars starting at 10,000 miles, 12,000 miles, 20,000 miles, 50,000 miles, 80,000 miles and we even have a long list of used cars in mint condition starting at 100,000 miles plus. The choice is yours. However, you'll never have to limit yourself whenever you shop at our local used car dealer near you. Apply online, call, or visit us today find your next used car for sale.