Used Toyota Camry Car For Sale in Edmonton, AB
Buying a Used Camry Will Save You Money.
When it comes to that time in your life when you have to buy a new vehicle, a tough decision has to be made: to buy used or not to buy used?
Buying new means you are getting a car that is reliable and has the latest technology but can cost a lot. Buying used means you are not spending as much money but there is more mileage on the car. Sometimes it feels like there is no true choice. A game of rock-paper-scissors may be the deciding factor.
There is one consideration that needs attention: vehicle depreciation. With buying a new car comes rapid depreciation. Once you drive it off the lot, your new car can lose a third of its value in its first two to three years. An unsettling occurrence that can happen is if you finance your new car with a low down payment, you will eventually find yourself on the down side of the loan. This is when you owe more money than the car is worth.
This major concern can be avoided if you buy a vehicle that is only a few years old and doesn’t have a lot of wear-and-tear on it. So basically you are getting an new-like car but for a used price.
One car that has been on the market for many generations that is a great used choice is the Toyota Camry. 1982 was when the first Camry was put into production so Toyota has had six generations to tweak this vehicle to make it the true master piece it currently is. Its predecessors were the Toyota Celica Camry and the Toyota Corona.
This mid-size car is well known for its fine build quality, peppy performance, decent comfort and solid reliability. This vehicle has caught the eye of budget-conscious families for its reliability, low running costs, spaciousness and in most versions good fuel economy.
No matter what generation of Camry you buy, you will always get a comfortable, spacious sedan that performs reasonably well, but isn’t downright sporty.
The Toyota Camry was first classed as a narrow-body compact from 1980-1998 and in 1991 it became classed as a wide-body mid size and has stayed in this classification. The four-door Camry can be found in either a hatchback, 2-door, wagon or sedan body style. It has a trend of being redesigned every 5 years.
The exterior of this wonderful machine has a refined, shape and stance. Over the years it has grown 6 inches in length with the width increasing by 2 inches and both height and wheelbase are 1 inch greater than before. So, older models will be smaller, but newer ones will have luxurious space. The Camry is known for its slim roof pillars which creates a lot of glass area that provides great outward visibility.
The Toyota Camry is also known for its performance. It has a smooth handling suspension, newer models have all wheel drive (all-Trac) and the transmission is offered as either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic. Over the years various engine options have been provided: 2.0L engine 2.5L V6 was offered and was a big hit, 2.2L, 3.0 L V6, 2.4L and 3.3L V6.
A lot of trim models were introduced to ensure that consumers have had greater choices to fit their lifestyle. In 2007 the introduction of the Toyota Camry Hybrid gives consumers another option when it comes to buying a Camry that meets their wants and needs.
The Toyota Camry was named best-selling car in America for the last ten years. Another fact: 90% of all Camrys sold since 1996 are still on the road. In 2007 the Camry was named Best New Family Car ($22,000 - $30,000), in 1987 Camry was named the Best New Import Sedan. The Camry has been awarded the Vehicle Durability Survey Award conducted by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) for many years: 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1993, 1992, and 1988.
The Toyota Camry is a great choice to buy used. You will find a great cabin, good fuel economy and the reliability to keep you on the road for many years. Make sure to do your research about each year and model you are looking at. Different features will be standard from generation to generation. Also check out CarFacts, Consumer Reports and JD Power and Associates. Another thing to keep in mind is getting a pre-purchase inspection. You never know how each owner treats their car, all you can do it make sure you get a good one.
Disclaimer: Pricing is subject to change without notice, actual price may vary; installed options may also vary by dealer. Price does not include applicable license fees, insurance, registration, tax, freight / delivery, PDI or administration fees. Warranty may subject to change without notice, actual warranty may vary. Specification may change without notice. See dealership for final pricing, warranty, and availability.
