Despite ongoing inflation, a well-maintained used car can still be purchased for around 3 million forints in 2026, and most dealerships surveyed report that the 2-3 million forint price range is currently the most popular among buyers.
One customer, having previously owned a Daewoo Matiz and a Skoda Fabia, was looking to upgrade to a more reliable vehicle without incurring substantial repair costs. This led them to focus on the compact car segment. While they admired a five-cylinder Alfa Romeo Brera at Roland Car and another customer desired a slightly modified 1.8T Audi TT, a pragmatic approach to car buying is currently advised.
Several options were presented to the customer: purchasing an older, higher-mileage vehicle for approximately 2 million forints and reserving funds for maintenance, or opting for a newer, lower-mileage car within the 3 million forint budget. The latter option would likely include registration fees, pushing the total cost beyond the initial target.
After considering various models on the lot, three vehicles were selected as potential candidates. Following an inspection, the customer chose one and has been satisfied with their purchase since.
