Cheapest Used Chevrolet Vehicles - Aveo, Cobalt, Colorado

Buying a vehicle is never an easy job and when you are looking at buying a used vehicle there are more concerns to be aware of. It doesn’t matter what type of vehicle you are looking at, what the model is or who the manufacturer of the car was – the research still needs to be done and the buying needs to be done in a logical and clear headed manner.

There are plenty of deals out there in the used car industry right now. That doesn’t make all of them ‘good’ deals. Figure out what you need in a vehicle, work out how much you can afford then see what balance you can create between the two.

Chevrolet has several good vehicles that were reasonably priced when new. It makes sense that when these vehicles come to the used car market they are still a good deal provided they’ve been treated right.

Always research the model to see what problems might exist in the year of the vehicle you are looking at and make sure you ask the dealer questions, questions and more questions. Find out everything you can before making a purchase.

Realize that ‘cheap’ means more than just the initial purchase price. What are the repairs likely to cost – is the vehicle an import or an American made model. Some of the vehicles will have high insurance costs and others will be low. All of these costs fall under operating costs need to be considered when looking at what is the best vehicle for the money. Another big issue given our current times is the fuel economy of the vehicle. Can you afford to buy the vehicle AND drive it?

When looking at used Chevrolet vehicles, there are three that are always at a reasonable price to own and operate. The used car market means that prices will vary but as a whole, these three vehicles, the Chevrolet Aveo, the Chevrolet Cobalt, and the Chevrolet Colorado will be your lowest mileage and the least expensive options.

The Chevrolet Aveo is a compact car. The Chevrolet Cobalt is a subcompact car and the Colorado is an extended cab pickup – blowing away the assumption that all trucks cost more to own and even more to run.

2005 - 2009 Chevrolet Aveo

The Chevrolet Aveo is a strong selling compact sedan and has been around raising eyebrows since 2004. As a used car, this is going to be reliable, functional transportation at a very reasonable cost. It already sells well in the used car industry.

This car was the original replacement for the Chevrolet Metro. It not only replaced the Metro, it drove sales of Chevy’s subcompact cars right to the top of the competition. This vehicle is a winner, new or used.

When looking at the Aveo don’t be confused by the generation. The earlier models were called the T200 and this second generation is called the T250 model. It can be found as a four door sedan and a five door hatchback wagon. With the release of the second generation, a third body style was added along with five engine configurations. Although some minor changes were made on the Aveo over the four years, the main one was completed in 2007 when the vehicle was totally redesigned. Several new features were added in, new color choices were offered, the interior was revamped changing location of various instruments and new trim added. Chevrolet increased the driving comfort with a manual lumbar adjuster on the seat and added in an armrest for the driver as well.

Being a subcompact car means that the cargo area is generous for its size but it can’t compete against larger vehicles. What it lacks in size it makes up for in fuel economy. The Aveo has a 1.6L DOHC inline four cylinder engine with a five speed manual transmission. This smaller engine still has loads of get-up-and-go for the small car and even better – it saves on fuel economy. The EPA rating for this vehicle is 26 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway.

2005 – 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt

The Chevrolet Cobalt has been an extremely popular car since it first came to market in 2005 as a replacement for the Chevrolet Cavalier. It has been it the top 10 best selling cars every year since. That says a lot. Not only are people impressed with this vehicle but its reputation continues to grow. That’s good as these vehicles have been around long enough that they are available as used vehicles industry.

You’ll find two body styles available, that could have any of three engines and two transmissions combined with four of the different trims that have been available. It’s available in front wheel drive only. The smallest engine is a 2.2L four cylinder that can produce 145 horsepower. This is just enough to do the job on the road but not enough to affect the great fuel economy. The Cobalt SS Supercharged has a 2.0L four cylinder engine that can produce 205 hp and is paired to a five speed manual transmission. These engines really make the owners smile when they drive up the pumps. The Cobalt has an EPA rating of 22 miles per gallon in the city and 32 miles per gallon on the highway.

One of the strongest selling points of the Chevrolet Cobalt is the sheer variety of configurations offered. When you see these vehicle in a used car lot, you’ll notice how similar and yet how unique each is because of the Chevy system of design. They have really produced a vehicle that allows there to be something for everyone. Something for everyone means more sales and happier  customers.

This car offers performance, reliability, safety and functionality as well as excellent fuel economy at a very low price and the result  is the car has a lot of heart.

2004-2008 Chevrolet Colorado

The Chevrolet Colorado is a compact truck that is closer in size to a mid size truck. This is a good thing in that the larger size translates to being able to do more but for a cheaper price. The greater versatility means it reaches a larger market making for new customers. The Colorado sizes up nicely against the competition.

Like most trucks on the market, the Colorado can be found in a variety of configurations. There are three cab styles, the regular, extended and the crew cab, two truck bed sizes and many trims available. The two larger cabs offer four doors whereas the regular cab has only two doors. For the regular and extended cab there is a regular six foot long bed and the larger extended cab has only a five foot bed.

For some consumers, the passenger space is just as important as the cargo space. The Colorado has a bench seat that holds three people in the front of the cab of all models. For the extended cab, two jump seats offer space for two adults on a short trip or for two children for a longer ride due to space constraints. If you step up to a crew cab, there is seating for six although the rear seat is still not what anyone would call spacious.

The trims offered have enough choice for most people. There are the Work, LS, and LT trims. All of the Chevrolet Colorado trucks come fully featured, have several stand alone options, and have a high safety rating. Most consumers looking at buying a truck will be concerned with power. The Chevrolet Colorado doesn’t disappoint. There are two engines – a four cylinder and a six cylinder available as an option. With these, the Colorado is rated for towing 4,000 pounds.

Regardless of why you need a compact truck, the Chevrolet Colorado delivers.