Generally speaking, I buy used vehicles. The hit you take the moment you drive that brand new vehicle off the lot is just too much for me! *knock on wood* I've had great luck with buying used vehicles. That being said, however, my last purchase was a brand new vehicle. In 2012 I purchased a 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The reason I bought this one brand new, is they hold their value exceptionally well. Purchased the thing for $29.5k. According to NADA, right now (after 43k miles) it's worth $28.5k. That includes the $725 subtraction from the value for the fact that it's not automatic. I find that hilarious, considering I went out of my way to make sure it was a manual. Unless I'm in the market for another Jeep Wrangler, or a Toyota Tacoma, i'll continue to buy used.