Chevrolet sells around two million new cars in America every year, so cheap used Chevrolet models are readily available on the second-hand market. Having sold its first production car, the Series C Classic Six, in 1912, Chevrolet has a long and storied history. Today, it is the high-value brand of General Motors. If we’re talking about new cars, the most desirable Chevrolet for sale in the USA is arguably the Corvette, an iconic sports car whose first generation saw the light of day in 1953. In terms of old Chevrolet vehicles, there will be thousands of these used cars to buy at any given moment in your region, so to find and buy a Chevrolet near you will be easy as pie - you just have to decide which model you want and how much you are willing to pay.
Search And Buy Chevrolet Vehicles Online Today
The first thing you need to do before shopping for a cheap Chevrolet second-hand is to read CarBuzz’s many Chevrolet reviews to see how they stack up against their rivals and what BuzzScore ratings we give each model. Using CarBuzz’s used-car search function, it’s very easy to buy Chevrolet cars online but, unless it’s a very new model that is still under the manufacturer’s warranty, don’t just buy it without trying it first. That’s why you should ideally search for a Chevrolet near you, so the cars on your shortlist are near enough to easily go and test drive. To restrict your search area, you can set our search function to only look for cars within a certain radius. If you’re on a budget, the last thing you want to do is to pay too much for a car, so our Fair Deal rating scale will show you if the Chevy you’re interested in is advertised at a fair, market-related price or not.
When Browsing Used Chevrolet Models for Sale, Remember This
Most Chevrolet models are reasonably reliable, but there have been a few lemons over the years, so it’s always wise to review your model on J.D. Power’s website to see what your preferred model’s reliability rating is. On the NHTSA’s website, you can also look up your vehicle to find customer complaints on it, which will paint a fair picture of the issues that affect your car. Always insist on a service and vehicle history and make sure the vehicle doesn’t have a salvage title. Remember, don’t just shop for the cheapest one you can find, because a bargain-basement price might be due to something being wrong with the vehicle. Rather take a car expert along when you go for your test drive to look if there are any deal-breakers - or whether there is a good reason the price is too good to be true.
FAQs about used Chevrolets for sale
How do I know if the used Chevrolet I’m interested in has been subject to a recall?
Visit the NHTSA’s website to see whether it’s been subject to a recall. Recall repair work is usually free unless it’s a very old Chevrolet. Even if a used car you’re interested in has been recalled but not fixed yet, you should be able to have it done at a Chevrolet dealership at no charge. Enquire at your local Chevrolet dealer to make sure.
Which are the best Chevrolet cars to buy?
It depends very much on what you want, but it bears mentioning that it’s hardly surprising that the best-selling new Chevrolet in truck-loving America is the Silverado. Chevy’s top-selling passenger car is the Equinox compact crossover SUV. These top sellers reflect general US buying preferences and both are excellent choices in their respective market segments. Since Chevrolet has been active in literally every single niche of the car market for well over 100 years, there is not a fuel or body type unaccounted for amongst used Chevys:
- Used Chevrolet sedans
- Used Chevrolet hatchbacks
- Used Chevrolet coupes
- Used Chevrolet sports cars
- Used Chevrolet convertibles
- Used Chevrolet crossovers
- Used Chevrolet SUVs
- Used Chevrolet trucks
- Used Chevrolet wagons
- Used Chevrolet passenger vans
- Used Chevrolet cargo vans
The brand caters to the follow fuel types:
- Used Chevrolet gas vehicles
- Used Chevrolet diesel vehicles
- Used Chevrolet hybrids
- Used Chevrolet plug-in hybrids
- Used Chevrolet EVs
Is a Chevrolet Bolt EV of a few years old a good second-hand buy?
The Chevy Bolt EV is one of the best EVs in its class. It’s been around since 2017 and Chevrolet has continued to improve it. The 2017-2019 models had an EPA-estimated range of 238 miles, which was improved to 259 miles in 2020. A four-year-old Bolt EV should be a relatively risk-free buy because the drivetrain is guaranteed for five years or 60,000 miles and the battery for eight years or 100,000 miles.
What problems are common on used Chevrolets?
Recent-model used Chevrolets are known for certain trouble spots, so it’s best to research your model in detail on car-complaint websites. However, a few examples we can mention are failures of the continuously variable automatic transmission on the Cruze and leaking air-conditioning hoses on some truck and SUV models. Any automatic transmission can fail in time if the oil is never replaced, so check that it’s been done on high-mileage Chevrolets. Oil consumption has also been a problem on some models, so check for a low oil level when you go for a test drive, as well as blue smoke from the exhaust.
How much do used Chevrolets cost in the US?
A used Chevrolet’s price is difficult to predict without detailed information on the vehicle, so have a look at our pricing guide for a better indication of prices on used Chevys: