When to Repair or Replace Your Car
When your car is having trouble, you know that you can bring it to our Buick repair shop for prompt and courteous service. However, a more severe repair or mounting costs to fix your car may cause second thoughts. This, in turn, raises a question: should you repair the vehicle or replace it?
Determine Repair Costs
Before you panic or rush to judgment, get a repair estimate at our Buick dealership in Erie. It may be that the fix is quick and inexpensive. We can also inspect the vehicle to see if we can spot incipient issues that could cause problems later.
Weigh Repair Costs Against Value
Replacing your vehicle’s transmission costs around $6,400, and an engine rebuild will set you back between $2,500 and $4,000 on average. If you’re facing that kind of repair, it’s worthwhile to weigh the vehicle’s cost against its value using our online vehicle trade-in tool. You may realize that repair costs are more than the vehicle’s worth or amount to a year’s worth of car payments.
Consider the Big Picture
These are not the only reasons to buy a new Buick SUV. Consider the following:
- A change in circumstances, like a new addition to the family or a child flying the coop, would dictate a new vehicle soon
- A new car that’s enticing
- A Buick finance offer that is too good to pass up
Weigh the Pros and Cons
Ultimately, the only right or wrong decision is dictated by what’s best for you. To that end, consider the following.
The Pros of Repairing Your Car
If what’s wrong with your car is nothing some new Buick parts and some TLC won’t fix, it may make more sense to repair and wait it out. That’s especially true if you otherwise enjoy your current vehicle.
The Pros of Replacing Your Car
If you’re staring down an expensive repair or the costs are slowly but surely mounting, a new car can seem like a relief. Getting into a new Buick model means years of trouble-free service, which can mean savings long-term.
If you’re having difficulty deciding, talk to the professionals at our service center. The Rick Weaver Buick GMC team will help you make an informed decision backed by experience and caring.