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Whether it’s weekend trips to McCall or a trek to Yellowstone, Treasure Valley residents love road trips. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, make sure to keep your love of road trips in mind. When looking at Boise used cars , there are certain features to consider. While they may be handy for driving around the Treasure Valley, particular features will be nice once you hit the open road. Here are some must-have features of any road trip vehicle.  Adaptive Cruise Control For many road trippers, adaptive cruise control is a must. It’s almost like a smarter version of traditional cruise control. Similar to regular cruise control, adaptive cruise control will maintain your desired speed, and you can take your foot off of the gas pedal. However, if the car senses another vehicle ahead of you, it will slow down to maintain the correct distance. When the path is clear, it speeds back up. You don’t have to hit the brake at all. This can help reduce leg fatigue over long distances ...

There are plenty of off-roading opportunities around the Boise area, and even more if you are willing to travel outside the Treasure Valley. If you are in the market for the best used cars Boise has to offer for off-roading, there are a few standout options to look for. Whether you want an off-roading truck or SUV, here are a few used vehicles well-renowned for their off-road capabilities. 2010-2014 Nissan Xterra The Nissan Xterra is built for durability, which means off-road fun for you. It’s not big, but you can store plenty of gear and still sleep in it. A V6 engine with an optional 6-speed manual transmission means it’s fairly inexpensive to keep in working shape. It’s fun, compact, and perfect for rugged outdoor adventures, even if it doesn’t have the best city mileage. Try to find a 2014 PRO-4X model, the top-of-the-line model from that year. 2017-2020 Jeep Wrangler Walk into just about any of the best used car dealerships Boise offers, and chances are you’ll find a Jeep Wra...

Test driving a car is an essential step in the buying process. Whether buying something brand new or browsing all of the used cars Boise offers, you want to take it for a spin before signing on the dotted line. But is there more to it than just driving it around the block? Of course there is. There are important steps to consider before, during, and after the test drive to ensure you learn the most about the vehicle. Before heading for a test drive, keep these four things in mind. Bring Your License and Any Other Daily Essentials You will obviously need your driver’s license and proof of insurance for the test drive, but you should also bring any belongings that can help in the decision-making process when you head to one of the best used car dealerships Boise offers. This might include child car seats or booster seats, strollers, golf clubs, your favorite drink cup or thermos, handbags, backpacks, briefcases, suitcases, and anything else you plan to load in the car regu...