| If you think buying a used car will be easy, | | | | - Test drive the car to check if the |
| better think again. | | | | transmission functions properly. Test that |
| | | | the clutch is still working. Check the |
| Purchasing a new car is a bit of work, but | | | | exhaust system for strange sounds. If you are |
| buying a used car is even more work. Some | | | | not familiar with the internal aspects of an |
| concerns include warranty, reliability, and | | | | automobile, have a trusted mechanic help you |
| the car's history as far as mechanical | | | | check over the car. |
| problems or if its been in an accident. It | | | | |
| would be a waste of money if you were lured | | | | Used Car Buying Tips |
| into buying a lemon of a car. | | | | |
| | | | - Always let the seller make the first offer. |
| To keep you on the right track, here are some | | | | Point out any flaws in the car and then make |
| guidelines that you can refer to in case you | | | | a counter-offer lower than you are willing to |
| are planning to purchase a used car. | | | | pay. |
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| - Shop around your community. You don't have | | | | - Talk to people that are knowledgeable in |
| to go to a used car lot and deal with a | | | | buying and selling used cars. |
| salesman who specializes in duping people, | | | | |
| you can always buy from a private party. You | | | | - Make use of all resources available to you. |
| can also try soliciting referrals from | | | | Check local newspaper ads, online |
| friends and relatives. | | | | classifieds, local auctions. |
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| - If you have the chance to talk with the car | | | | - Just because a car looks good on the |
| owner, ask him why he is letting go of his | | | | outside doesn't mean its good on the inside. |
| car, and how long he owned it. You can also | | | | There could be mechanical problems that |
| ask about the maintenance that has been done | | | | aren't evident at first inspection. |
| during those periods and its mileage as well. | | | | |
| In this way, you can be assured that the car | | | | - Double-check the seller offering the used |
| will still perform well enough for you. | | | | car. Know their reputation. If possible, talk |
| | | | to previous clients he has dealt with before. |
| - Inspect the car carefully, especially its | | | | |
| body and tires. Is the car paint peeling? Is | | | | - Lastly, ask if it has a warranty. Always |
| there rust on the hinges or the hood. Make | | | | look for some discrepancies especially in the |
| sure that the tires are reliable and durable. | | | | documentation of the warranty. |
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