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The car could've been in
a terrible accident for all you know. Also, when you buy a used
car, you probably won't get a warranty... unless if you buy a
used car at a reputable dealership.
It is safer to buy a used
car from a dealership, not from a newspaper ad. You also need to
make sure you buy a used car from a reputable dealership. Some
used car dealers are just plain sleezeballs. To be even safer,
make sure when you buy a used car that the vehicle is Carfax
certified. If the dealer won't provide you with this
information, then there is probably a problem with the vehicle
in question. Carfax is a free service that provides you
information on a cars damage history, if any. You can check the
Carfax report online for free, you just need the vehicles VIN
number (vehicle identification number). Also, if you buy a used
car "as is" you may be stuck with a lemon. Try to get a warranty
on the vehicle you purchase as an added safety net.
The next tip before you
buy a used car is to get your credit checked. If you are going
to finance the vehicle, you better hope you don't have any
blemishes on your credit report. Used car dealers make more
money when you finance a car. When you buy a used car, you want
to be sure you get the best APR (annual percentage rate)
available. If it is too high, then try getting your loan from a
bank. They may provide you with a better rate so you may then
buy a used car.
Hopefully, when you go to
buy a used car you will have a pleasant experience. Not all used
cars are bad and not all car dealers are sleezeballs. Alas, an
awful lot of them are so be careful. With some street smarts and
a little bit of patience, you can end up with an excellent used
car that will last you many years.
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