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Buying a used Ford Car: Shall We Avoid the First Year Models?

We have been hearing tons of myths around first-year models and their performance efficiency in recent days. Some believe if you are in the market for the new Ford price in the Philippines, buy the most-updated cars with latest features as all the niggles from the previous versions are resolved.

Is this true?

Let us debunk the myths surrounding the first year or base year cars upon looking for the used cars for sale in the Philippines. Also, Philkotse.com is going to provide buyers with a complete guide to search for your Ford 2nd hand car.

1. Is it a risk to buy a Ford base year model?

Answer is both yes and no. Sometimes manufacturers release the newer cars with massive updates from the previous-gen cars but there’s also a case when the first releases are matched with superior hi-quality that the younger ones may lose out. 

In order to get a successful second hand car purchase, you’d better read comprehensive experts and owners’ reviews about the base model then compare them with the most upgraded ones. There’s a chance that owning a base year car may be a better choice as it fits your budget and auto needs better.

2. Are Ford base year models just as good as the new and updated release?

It’s an unsecurable answer but surely upgrades entails additional expenses if you want the latest audio features and tech gadgets to your Ford.

Based on your auto need, you’d better stick with the first-year model. Once again, it all comes down to what car you need most.

3. Are Ford base year models delivering the same performance superiority to new releases?

There are many chances that you can find first-year cars offering the performance that is almost on par with your needs.
You can do your own research on its overall performance or consult your trusted car expert about the information you need to know regarding a model and its features.

Many assume the idea that base-year models are less impressive in terms of quality, reliability, and performance, but this is not the case for all brands. Some models are impressive just at the first release and later upgraded for its visual aesthetic, technological updates and infotainment systems.