5 Features Worth Seeking When You Shop Used

Here at Snell Cadillac, we’re proud to offer both new and used cars for sale, because we want to make sure our vehicles are accessible to all, regardless of their driving needs or budget. While we work hard to keep a great variety of quality options in our used inventory, we know that shopping used can be difficult, since you’re not just looking at different models and trim levels, but also different production years. 

To help you with your search, we’ve put together this list of five features worth keeping an eye out for when shopping for a pre-owned car, truck, van, or SUV.

#1 – All-Wheel Drivetrain

Minnesota winters can be harsh, with inclement weather making it difficult to navigate the streets. Many drivers also like being able to explore rural areas that have unpaved roads. In both of these situations, the extra traction provided by all-wheel drive can come in handy. Models with all-wheel drivetrains tend to be more expensive, but the money you can save by opting for a pre-owned model can cancel that out, bringing this feature into your budget and helping you drive with confidence.

#2 – Phone Connectivity

You might think that you need to sacrifice modern conveniences in order to take advantage of the savings you get from shopping used, but that’s not necessarily true! Infotainment systems have been around for many years now, and you can easily find older models that have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto onboard, so you can connect your device to the vehicle’s interface and safely make calls, listen to music, and get turn-by-turn navigation directions.

#3 – Creature Comforts

When you shop for a new car, you might be forced by budget constraints to give up luxuries like seats with heating, ventilation, and power adjustment in favor of lower trim levels. But these features have been around for a while, and you can snag those higher trims without going over budget by finding a used model. Since we have a great variety of used luxury models, we can easily help you get the creature comforts you need to make every drive a comfortable and relaxing experience.

#4 – Driver Assistance

Advanced safety features can help you stay aware of your surroundings and avoid danger on the road, so you shouldn’t feel like you have to give them up just because you’re getting an older car. Which exact features you want or need depend on the kind of driving you do. If you’re usually cruising along residential streets, then automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection might be your top priority. If you often go on long road trips, then adaptive cruise control could be a must-have. Whatever you’re looking for, we’re here to help you find it.

#5 – Spacious Interior

When it comes to pricing a vehicle, size matters. From cars to trucks to SUVs, larger vehicles tend to be more expensive than smaller ones since they require more materials to make and more powerful engines to run. Shopping for a used model allows you to upgrade more easily, so you can get a truck with a crew cab, an SUV with a third row, or a sedan with a little more elbow room for you and your passengers.

Find Just What You Want With Us

If these features or any others are on your must-have list, don’t worry; we make it easy to find a used model that checks all your boxes. You can browse our current inventory right here on our website, seeing high-quality pictures, detailed descriptions, and transparent prices that make comparing your options easy. 

Narrowing your options down is easy, too, as you can filter by price, mileage, body style, and more, finding only those vehicles that meet your needs. That’s just one way we make shopping easy here at Snell Cadillac!

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