Doug Mayhew of the Canadian Automobile Association says, “ A car’s wear and tear should match the odometer reading. If it doesn’t find out why. Tip #1The seller is vague when you ask to see service records, or there is no copy of the original sales contract.#2Have a vehicle checked by a trusted mechanic before buying it.
#3Find out as much about the vehicle’s history as possible. Check one of the online services, such as www.carfax.com to ascertain whether a car has been declared salvage by an insurance company, or has been labelled a lemon.
#4Check the dealership’s track record with the consumer protection agencies and the Better Business Bureau in the area where it is located. #5 Check out the car’s repair record, maintenance costs, and safety and mileage ratings in consumer magazines or online. Look up the "blue book" value, and be prepared to negotiate the price. #6If you buy a car "as is," you’ll have to pay for anything that goes wrong after the sale. #7Examine the car yourself using an inspection checklist. You can find a checklist in many of the magazine articles, books and Internet sites that deal with buying a used car. #8Test drive the car under varied road conditions - on hills, highways, and in stop-and-go traffic. #9Talk to the previous owner, especially if the present owner is unfamiliar with the car's history. #10Whether you buy a used car from a dealer, a co-worker, or a neighbor, follow these tips to learn as much as you can about the car: Thank you for taking the time to read these important tips and we hope they will help when you are chousing to buy or sell a pre owned vehicle.FirstChoiceAutoFinder.com is a proud CANADIAN company and is the place to see if you're in the market for a quality pre-owned vehicle. We have an excellent selection of pre-owned vehicles: from CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs, , BIKES, RVs, ATVs, PLANES and HEAVY EQUIPMENT. Our online inventory is updated daily. |
