If you are scouring the market for the best-used cars you should seriously consider demo cars that are for sale. These give you great quality and greater deals from used car dealers and you can choose between a Kia, a Mitsubishi, Renault, Tata for sale and the list goes on.

When it comes to the best demo cars for sale there are plenty of options available for under R250,000. Price is the king, of course, then there is mileage to consider, the physical condition and the vehicle's age. You feel certain you are going to have to compromise heavily on one of those decision pillars. Well, the good news is you don't have to compromise if you look at the demo car category.

Here are some benefits for choosing a demo car and some preferred choices from our best-used cars for sale in the demo car category, for under R250,000.

What is a Demo Car?
For starters, let's explain the terminology. A demo car is a vehicle that has been used sparingly by a car dealership. When the car dealership salesperson has a request from a prospective client to do a test-drive, the salesperson takes them out in a demonstration (demo) car of the client's preferred model. The client, therefore, gets a very good look and feel of the car and gets a true understanding of their future experience and the performance of the vehicle. In some instances, the dealership senior executives may be permitted to drive the demo models to and from work.

The job of the demo car is therefore for the car dealer to display and show off the capability of the vehicle the customer is interested in, to close the deal. And as we mentioned, it could be a Kia, a Mitsubishi, Renault or even a sturdy Tata for sale.

Why choose a Demo Car?
The primary reason for most people when choosing a demo car for sale from a dealership is that it is truly the best value for your money.

The price, for example, of demo Tata vehicle is immediately lower than a brand new Tata. Additionally, the mileage and wear and tear will be significantly lower than the best-used car for sale from the same car dealer.

Another important bonus is that the car is mostly fitted out with high specifications and lots of extra kits to impress the clients. You often find options with far superior specifications that you can afford versus the specifications of a more standard, cost-effective new model.

On the point of specifications, you may find that the demo model is the only car at the car dealership that has the full features and specifications that you were desiring.

Another important factor to remember is that because Demo cars are the 'show face' of the car dealers stock, the demo car will typically be extremely well maintained. It's got to be in peak condition to promote sales.

An excellent example of a well-priced deal is this Renault Kwid Dynamique for R173,000. This includes a 1 Year Insurance, 2 Year Service Plan and a valuable 5 Year Warranty. Its impressive kit includes front airbags, Pro-sense safety belts, parking sensors and cameras. It also has high tech additions which are impressive for its segment like the 7" Touchscreen MediaNav, with Apple and Android smartphone replication and Bluetooth hands-free. Delightful convenience is spotted all around like the USB charger, a USB port and 12v sockets front and back.

Its 14" Silver/metallic Dark Metal wheel covers and an integrated roof spoiler give this power-packed 1.0-litre engine a sporty look to match its unexpected 99nm torque. Drivers have been impressed with its responsiveness and wide torque band whilst delivering very, very impressive fuel efficiency results with 4.4 to 4.7 litres per 100km.

What to be cognizant of?
You must remember that even though these cars look and feel like brand, spanking new cars straight out the box, they are demo models and they have a shortened warranty. At Motus Select, we state each car's warranty time on our new super user-friendly website.

Another 2 factors to remember is that they have mileage on their odometer already, albeit tiny quantities, and they have had multiple drivers with soft or tough driving styles. When you are doing your exciting test drive don’t chit chat, listen to the car and make sure you observe its road-handling and responsiveness.

How to choose your Demo Car?
On the exciting new Motus Select website, you can find a variety of demo cars for sale from various manufacturers, in different models and types.

Step 1 is to review the history of the car. Luckily, as it has only been with the dealership they can answer all your questions. With the car history on hand, you can determine how appropriately priced the car is.

Ask to see the warranty and check the in-service date. Inspect the vehicle exterior and interior for any scratches or signs of wear and tear. Ask for confirmation, in writing, if any panel beating or engine repair work has been done to it.

When running through the options of demo vehicles for sale our website, you can consecutively filter multiple makes and models so you can easily compare. Kia, for example, offers a lot in its 2020 Rio 1.2 MT LS with its polished ride and perceptive handling, endearing interior design and snapper exterior styling, priced at approximately R250,000 with 2300km on the clock.

The Kia is available in a sedan and a hatchback version. We wave goodbye to its old 130-hp 1.6-litre four-cylinder as an all-new 120-hp 1.6-litre far more fuel-efficient engine arrives. The goodbye soiree was for the old 6-speed automatic as CVT (continuously variable automatic transmission) swoops to the forefront. The new powertrain is estimated to obtain 7.1l/100km city and 5.4l/100km highway.

With your new knowledge, you should now be armed with more confidence in searching for your perfect demo car. Start your exciting "demo hunt" for your Kia, Mitsubishi, Renault, Tata or boulder hopping Nissan right here in our extensive online showroom. Our demo car for sale stock changes every day so pop in for a daily visit and soon you'll find "the one".

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