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With the average purchase price of a brand new car reaching upwards of $33,000, a brand new set of wheels may not be in the budget for a lot of people. But that doesn’t mean car buyers have to settle for a sad rust bucket of a vehicle depleted of amenities. Buying quality, pre-owned cars in Anchorage leaves room in the budget to purchase aftermarket auto amenities sure to make your ride the envy of the neighborhood. Here are a few ways to pimp your ride. Technology One thing that separates many newer model cars from their older counterparts are stereo systems, also called head units, equipped to plug in your phone or mp3 player. However, upgrading these systems in a used car costs far less than a brand new ride. For less than $150, plus the cost of some labor, car owners can install a basic stereo that adds Bluetooth functionality and Ipod connectivity. For less than $1,000, car owners can install even fancier, top-of-the-line systems that include navigation, Smartphone integration, and touchscreen interface. Back-Up Camera If safety is a top car-buying priority, aftermarket back-up cameras cost considerably less than a brand new car with the technology already installed. These can be added as part of a new stereo/head unit upgrade or as a separate unit. These can be had for as little as $35. Remote Start There’s no need to freeze while waiting for your car to heat up in the winter or slowly bake as you wait for your car’s air conditioning to cool your little oven on wheels to a comfortable temperature. Remote start allows the user to push a button inside, starting the car without having a key or human inside the vehicle. While many manufacturers are offering remote start via key fob as a standard amenity on new cars, remote starts were once solely the purview of the aftermarket. Today’s aftermarket remote start systems utilize Smartphone applications. Some remote start systems cost as little as $50, plus the cost of installation. Heated Seats The most luxurious new cars include heated seats, but even this can be purchased and installed aftermarket. This is a fairly costly upgrade, but it’s still less expensive than buying a new car. Additionally, heated seats aren’t standard in most new models, which means having the seats installed as part of the purchase package can add a hefty upcharge. Car buyers don’t have to settle for fewer amenities just because they decide to purchase pre-owned cars in Anchorage. Many used cars are already kicked up by the original owner, and those that aren’t can be upgraded using the money saved by choosing to buy used instead of new.
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