It is common knowledge that new vehicles decrease in value the minute they are purchased and driven off the lot. Although this is true for just about every make and model, some new vehicles maintain their value better than others.

Each year the automotive authority, Kelly Blue Book, releases their Best Resale Value Awards. Their experts conduct extensive research examining current vehicle data, sales data and market conditions for each vehicle as well as examine the expectations of the future economy. Over the years ,Kelly Blue Book projections for resale value have proven to be extremely accurate. This year the Kelly Blue Book Top 10 list of Best Resale Value Awards includes models from Honda, Toyota, Chevrolet, GMC and Subaru all of which maintained over 54% of their resale value 60 months after purchase.

There are many factors to consider when buying a pre-owned automobile. Beyond the cost of the vehicle, it’s longevity and future maintenance requirements should also be considered. Although a cheap used car might seem like a good deal, frequent repairs could cost it’s owner more in the long run. By conducting some simple research and learning which brands hold their resale value best, used car shoppers can make intelligent decisions about which used car, van or truck to buy.

The Honda of Atlanta Used Car Inventory frequently includes the brands recognized by Kelly Blue Book for best resale value as well as many other reliable used cars for sale. Our pre-owned vehicle experts are familiar with every vehicle in our inventory and can help you find a reliable and affordable used car that you will be happy with for years to come. We hope that you will stop by and tour our selection of used cars for sale near Atlanta, Georgia.