{"id":17502,"date":"2021-05-04T20:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-04T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.comparehero.my\/blog\/uncategorized\/repair-or-replace-car.html"},"modified":"2026-03-26T16:01:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T08:01:51","slug":"repair-or-replace-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.comparehero.my\/blog\/transport\/repair-or-replace-car.html","title":{"rendered":"#BreakingItDown – Here Are The 5 Things You Should Know Before Changing Cars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you have an old car that often breaks down, you might end up in a situation where you need to choose between fixing it or purchasing a new car. In this article, we listed five important things that you should know when buying a car in order to help you make the right decision. Read below to find out.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Thinking about changing your car? Perhaps you\u2019ve been wanting to swap that rust bucket with a swanky new sedan or maybe you\u2019re looking for a bigger vehicle to accommodate your growing family, or perhaps your current car is no longer able to operate at its optimum level.<\/p>\n

Whatever the reason may be, it is entirely normal to be eyeing for a new or newer car after an extended period of time. <\/p>\n

Since buying a car<\/a> will be one of the most important – and expensive – purchases that you will make, it is crucial that you take your time to do ample research to help you make the right decision. <\/p>\n

How often should you change your car?<\/h2>\n

Our cars – like laptops and clothes – don\u2019t last long, hence why their value depreciates over time. We don\u2019t dispute that some cars, however, do last longer and can operate smoothly on the road even after a certain period of time, but some others may be forced off the road much earlier. <\/p>\n

Though there isn’t similar local research, a study conducted in the United States by IHS Markit<\/a> reported that the average age of vehicles on the road is 11.9 years, which is relatively long. Does that mean most cars average out the same duration? Not exactly, but it does offer a benchmark to work off.<\/p>\n

The longer lifespan can also be attributed to modern cars being more technologically-advanced, built with the goal to last. These cars also come with more reliable mechanical parts that are more durable, longer-lasting and efficient, in turn requiring less maintenance over the years.<\/p>\n

Another source, automotive research firm and car search engine iSeeCars.com<\/a>, shared that a new car is typically kept for an average of 8.4 years – SUVs were owned at an average of 8.3 years, while passenger cars (including sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons) were kept for an average of 8.4 years. <\/p>\n

Also read: <\/strong>#BreakingItDown \u2013 Don\u2019t Make These 9 Mistakes When Buying A Car<\/a><\/p>\n

Based on our research, we also found that people often bought a car and kept it for at least three years before moving on to the next one because warranty for the original car would last about that duration. But do note that the warranty timeframe may also be based on a certain amount of mileage.<\/p>\n

Our take: We recommend keeping and maintaining your car well for at least six years before trading it in. <\/strong><\/p>\n

But before you head over to your nearest dealer, figure out if you\u2019ve done enough due diligence on your part: is your car still in good shape? Do you have the means to pay for a new car?<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re not entirely sure between replacing or repairing your car, here\u2019s a checklist of things to be on the lookout for before changing cars.<\/p>\n

Step 1: Determine the condition of the car <\/h3>\n

Since a new car should be more of a need than a want, it pays to really think about whether it makes more sense to repair versus replacing it. <\/p>\n

One of the most reliable and easy ways to save money on a car is to drive it until it is no longer safe on the road. But there are a few other great tricks and tips:<\/p>\n