What is Second-Hand Car?
A used car, a pre-owned vehicle, or a secondhand car, is a vehicle that has previously had one or more retail owners.
Best Time To Buy A Second-Hand Car In South Africa
The best months to buy a car are usually October, November, and December, as dealerships usually have sales during this period to help them meet their annual target.
We asked a sales consultant about this, and he agrees: Definitely, the best time is at the end of the year, the last 3 months of the year.
What to consider when buying a second-hand car in South Africa?
Do Your Homework.
Roadworthy Certificate.
VIN and Engine Number.
Payment.
Registration.
Sales Agreement.
Which second-hand car is the best to buy in South Africa?
Autotrader’s Annual Car Industry Report for 2022 has revealed the most popular second-hand cars in South Africa, with the top spot belonging to the Toyota Hilux.
The bakkie is listed for an average price of R465,178 and is closely followed by the Volkswagen Polo and Ford Ranger.
Which second-hand car is the most fuel-efficient in South Africa?
The Fiat 500 is one of the smallest cars on sale in South Africa but it’s also one of the most fuel-efficient used cars you can buy for under R200k.
The Fiat 500 was updated in 2021 and there are several low-mileage Fiat 500s on offer in the used car market for under R200k.