Certified Pre-Owned in Prentice, IL

Before you buy in Prentice

CarmaCars is a rental company, so we do not sell cars; renting one first is how we help buyers. A rental of the same model for a week shows how it fits your commute, your parking and your family. Tell us the car you are looking for and we will help where we can, and you can rent a similar car first.

Why rent first

If we have the model in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. A few days with the car answers whether the seats, the space and the fuel use suit you. Testing the car for a week shows how it handles your parking, your passengers and your bags.

A buyer's checklist

Find out whether the car has open recalls before you agree on a price. Ask your insurer for a quote on the exact model before you commit. Make sure every warning light goes out after the car starts. Compare the total cost, not only the monthly payment: interest, fees and insurance add up.

While you shop

Selling privately can take time; a rental means no rush. Rent the kind of car you plan to buy while you shop for it. Rent by the week while you compare, and stop the day your next car arrives.

Honest about distance

CarmaCars is based in Toronto and has no location in Prentice. About 992 km from our location in Toronto, Prentice is too far for our delivery area of about 250 km.

If you move to the Toronto area, renting the car you want to buy is easy. For buying in Prentice, local dealers and private sellers are where to look. Tell us what you need in Prentice, and a person will say straight away whether it is something we can do. Our prices are in Canadian dollars, before tax.

Still deciding?

Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.