What is the difference between buying a car from a 4S store and an auto trade store?

[MaryDella]

The main differences between buying a car from a 4S store and an auto trade store are: 1. Price-wise, 4S stores tend to be more expensive. Auto trade stores are not subject to manufacturer price controls and adjust prices based entirely on the market. Moreover, due to lower operating costs, auto trade stores can adopt a small-profit quick-turnover strategy. 2. Vehicle sources: Auto trade stores source their cars from 4S stores, while 4S stores receive vehicles directly from manufacturers. 4S stores can only sell cars of a single brand, whereas auto trade stores can sell multiple brands. 3. Quality assurance: 4S stores generally provide better quality guarantees. The likelihood of purchasing inventory cars or problematic vehicles from auto trade stores is significantly higher than from 4S stores. 4. After-sales service: 4S stores are more reliable in this aspect.