AutoGuide.com Used Car Survey 2021

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* 1. Name:

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* 2. Email Address:

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* 3. Where are you located?

Canada

United States

Other (please specify)

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* 4. Do you plan to purchase a new, used, or lease a vehicle in the next six months?

New

Used

Lease

Neither

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* 5. If you plan to buy a used vehicle in the next six months, how much do you plan to spend?

Under $5,000

$5,001-$10,000

$10,001-$15,000

$15,001-$20,000

$20,000+

I do not plan to buy a used vehicle

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* 6. If you plan to buy a new vehicle in the next six months, how much do you plan to spend?

Under $25,000

$25,001-$30,000

$30,001-$45,000

$45,001-$50,000

$50,000+

I do not plan on purchasing a new vehicle

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* 7. In general, has the pandemic affected your decision to purchase a used or new vehicle in 2021?

Yes

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* 8. Is the global semiconductor chip shortage currently affecting the availability of the vehicle you wish to purchase?

Yes

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* 9. Which of the following has influenced your decision to purchase a used vehicle? (Please select all that apply)

There’s low inventory and limited selection for new vehicles due to the pandemic-related chip shortage.

It’s cheaper than buying a new vehicle.

It’s a safer option and I’ll no longer have to rely on public transit.

I do not plan on purchasing a used vehicle

Other (please specify)

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* 10. Which of the following has influenced your decision to purchase a new vehicle? (Please select all that apply)

Used vehicle prices are too expensive so it makes more sense to buy new.

There’s low inventory and limited selection for used vehicles.

It’s a safer option and I’ll no longer have to rely on public transit.

I do not plan on purchasing a new vehicle

Other (please specify)

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* 11. Why did you choose not to purchase a new or used vehicle in the next six months?

I’m working from home and no longer need a vehicle to commute to work.

Prices for new and used vehicles are too expensive and I can’t afford it.

I don’t plan on travelling much because of the pandemic.

There’s limited selection and inventory for new vehicles due to the chip shortage.

There’s limited selection and inventory for used vehicles due to high demand.

Other (please specify)

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* 12. In general, are you willing to pay more for a new or used vehicle than you were in the past?

Yes, willing to pay more

No, not willing to pay more

Not applicable

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* 13. If you plan to purchase a vehicle in the near future, what type of vehicle would you purchase?

Compact car

Sedan

SUV

Truck

Van

Electric vehicle

Luxury vehicle

Other (please specify)

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* 14. How do online community forums influence your decision when purchasing a vehicle?

I would never purchase a vehicle without researching reviews from auto enthusiasts and/or engaging with the online community.

I like to see what auto enthusiasts have to say about certain vehicles online, but it’s not essential to review before making a purchase.

I don’t pay attention to reviews from auto enthusiasts when making a purchase.

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* 15. If you plan on purchasing a used vehicle, how and where will you purchase it?

I plan to purchase a used vehicle on an online marketplace or app.

I plan to do online research and then negotiate the price in person at an OEM dealership.

I plan to do online research and then negotiate the price in person at an independent dealership.

I plan to visit an OEM dealership and make my decision there.

I plan to visit a private dealership and make my decision there.

I plan to purchase a used vehicle through a private party.

I plan to purchase a used vehicle on Craigslist, Kijiji, or Facebook Marketplace.

I do not plan on purchasing a used vehicle.

Other (please specify)

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* 16. Will you use online tools to negotiate the price for a used vehicle at a dealership? (I.E TrueCar, Edmunds, etc)

Yes

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* 17. If you plan on purchasing a used vehicle, how will you pay?

I will pay cash.

I will pay credit.

I will pay via a Dealership Loan.

I will pay via a Bank Loan.

I will pay via a Private Loan Service.

Other (please specify)