San Diego is known for sunshine, surfboards, and smart shoppers — and one trend keeps growing year after year: buying pre-owned instead of new.
Here’s why more local drivers are choosing used vehicles in 2025:
✨ Prices That Make Sense
New car prices hit record highs, and interest rates aren’t helping. A gently used car delivers the same reliability without the sticker shock.
✨ Modern Features Without the “New” Premium
Today’s pre-owned options come loaded — backup cameras, Apple CarPlay, safety tech — all at a fraction of new-car pricing.
✨ Lower Insurance & Depreciation
A huge perk most buyers forget: pre-owned cars mean lower insurance costs and slower depreciation, which keeps more money in your pocket.
✨ Better Selection in the Used Market
Because people lease and trade more frequently, there’s a constant flow of clean, lightly driven vehicles hitting the used market.
The takeaway:
Buying pre-owned is no longer the “alternative” choice — it’s the smart one. And Miramar Car Center has one of San Diego’s most diverse selections to help you find the perfect fit.
