You assume that the transport industry pays the same price. Also need to factor in the extreme inconvenience of buying a massive amount of used cars, which ever

You assume that the transport industry pays the same price. Also need to factor in the extreme inconvenience of buying a massive amount of used cars, which everyone will attempt to exploit. Through leasing, rental etc. is how a lot of cars are delivered to the market. It is beneficial for a manufacturer to have the opportunity to sell a new car and know that there will be lots of pretty-new in great condition cars on the second hand market after a while. Which will help drive brand perception.