While recent reports suggest a softening of prices in the used-car market in the coming months, values of pre-owned models continue to be at record highs, due largely to inventory shortages caused by depressed new-car sales and leasing following the economic collapse in late 2008.
Just recently, Kia Motors announced that it will begin to offer Sirius in certified pre-owned vehicles, an important first step into the used car market.
While there is an undeniable amount of egotistical cachet in driving a brand new car home from a dealership, choosing a pre-owned model is usually the better deal.