Some car purchases can be like throwing the thousand shutters out the window

Benny Christensen is an expert in Brooms cars. In the "Ask Benny" section on broom.no, he answers everything about a car.

Here is one of the questions from the last web meeting:

Hello Benny. We are counting the buttons in relation to the car exchange, the purchase of the new BMW X3. Today, we have a four year old X3 of which we are very satisfied, but we tend to change car about before it gets too old and it starts to be a big danger of repairs. The X3 of today has a diesel engine and I think it is perfect for the car. Whatever your pick-up and your luggage, it gives you a good excess of power.

But what would the auto market look like today, would you advise not to buy a new car with a diesel engine? I'm worried a bit about the impairment, for example four years in advance. We have also looked at leases, but do not fully realize that they can be profitable. Leasing companies must also have their profits. Mvh Torstein

Benny answers:

Hello Torstein. This with the future loss of value and the calculation of that has probably never been more relevant – and more difficult – than it is now. The automotive market is changing. In recent years, we have seen a clear turn against electric and billable
On the political side, the ambition is that only electric cars will be sold here in 2025, and this is not very long.

As a result, cars with diesel engine perceived as more ukurant, also on the market of the occasion. This affects prices and there is sufficient reason to expect that this will only be reinforced in the years to come.

It is clearly smart to think before buying a new car now. I think there is reason to expect that at least some diesel cars will experience higher losses of value than in the past. In particular, it imports less
cars and traditional family cars. Here, the purchase of the car can be felt like throwing the thousand shutters out the window. Cars will lose weight very quickly.

Here, it also shows how much the owner's perspective is. Keep your car for a long time, it will not be as dramatic as changing as you do after about four years.

What is the most important for a car, an age or a mileage?

SUVs and large multi-purpose cars are diesel engines in many eyes still the best engine. This can help further reduce the loss of value in the coming years, but there is speculation on my part. There is unfortunately

With regard to the specific car you are considering, I would say that the BMW X3 in general is a very courier car purchase. This has been an attractive SUV for many years. The fact that many people also want a hybrid and electric car does not suddenly make the car
is less attractive. But if you buy the new diesel engine now, you should be aware that the loss of value is probably more unpredictable than the last time you bought a car.

Leasing is always more and more important. In some cases, you pay a little more by renting than owning, but certainly not always. In addition, there is an aspect of predictability here, which many appreciate. You know exactly what the car wants
will cost you month by month. And you do not have to worry about the loss of value. Once the rental period is over, you return your car and you finish it.

As you can see, it is a difficult and insightful market. So, do not forget that car purchases are also about what you like best and want.

Good luck with the choice!

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