Guide to Used Car Buying in Lafayette LA

Need a vehicle upgrade, but not ready to buy new? You can’t go wrong when you buy a used car here at Giles Nissan Lafayette. While we’re incredibly proud of the new Nissan models we have in stock, we’re just as proud of the high-quality used models we sell. That’s because every used vehicle on our lot is held to a high standard of quality and safety, and we’re confident that no matter which one you choose, you’ll drive home in an affordable, reliable ride you love. You can feel confident in your purchase, as we thoroughly inspect each model here at our service center and we price vehicles fairly — no haggling or bargaining required! If you’re ready to start the car-buying process, take a look at our Used Car Buying Guide below to learn more about upgrading your ride without breaking the bank.

Calculate the Value

First, we recommend doing some research to determine what models fit your needs best. Once you have a list of vehicles in mind, it’s important to get a feel for today’s market. Since average used car prices change by the month, use reliable third-party sources such as Kelley Blue Book® and Edmunds to learn the average value of the car(s) you’re considering. These sources are updated regularly, so you’ll get the most up-to-date information when you use them for your research. If you’re ready to sell your current vehicle, you can easily find its value on our website with our trade-in estimator.

Determine the Vehicle’s History

No matter where you buy a used car, it’s a good idea to read through the CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ for any vehicle you’re seriously considering. This report will give you insight into the model’s maintenance history, accidents (if any), mileage discrepancies (if any) and number of owners and/or title changes. When you shop with us, getting the CARFAX® is simple! Each used vehicle’s report is available right on its online listing. Just click on the model you’re interested in, then scroll down until you see the CARFAX® logo. Click on the logo and you’ll be taken to a tab where you can view the report.

Look Under the Hood

We encourage our customers to thoroughly check out our used cars, since we’re confident that our models will pass the test. Once you’ve read the CARFAX® report for each vehicle you’re interested in, visit us to see them in person. You’re more than welcome to open the hood and inspect the inner workings — and you can even ask one of our techs to come over and explain how they inspected the car. In general, our technicians check for odd noises or vibrations, unpleasant smells and signs of leaking, breaking or overheating. You won’t find any lemons here — we take pride in providing our customers with cars that last.

Take a Long Test Drive

Finally: the most fun part of car shopping! Taking a test drive is the best way to know if a car, truck or SUV is the right match for you and your family. Get behind the wheel and enjoy a long test drive, paying attention to all the details along the way. Do you like how the car handles? Are the seats comfortable? Is there room for car seats (if you have little kids) and all the cargo you need to carry? Consider how the car will fit into your everyday life — does it seem like a good addition to your routine? Feel free to ask our team any questions that come to mind once you’ve taken your test drive — we’re here to help, and we want you to drive home in the perfect used vehicle for you!

Did you find our Used Car Buying Guide helpful? If you have any questions about the used car-buying process or would like to test-drive our used vehicles, stop by Giles Nissan Lafayette at 6137 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA 70503 or give us a call to set up your appointment. We look forward to serving customers from New Iberia, Abbeville, Youngsville and Broussard.