If you're on the hunt for a new used car like me, finding the right one with relatively low mileage that's good on gas and that's not too costly are just some of the things you're looking out for.Used Cars Online's Blog, the official blog for used car enthusiasts, offers some solid tips on how to go about your used car search.
Here are just a few. For more details, check out the article HERE.
- Figure out what cars are on your list on car websites, like Edmunds, for specs and valuable user reviews. (Those'll give you a good idea about problems the model typically has.)
- Figure out a price range given the mileage. (A well-maintained 100,000-mile car is better then a 40,000-mile car that's been poorly maintained and roughly driven.)
- Become familiar with trim levels. Some makes offer all inclusive options while other makes option every component or offer "packages" with sets of options.
- Don't judge a book by it's cover. A dirty car can often be a good deal; it's easy to make a lemon pretty clean.
- Test, test, test. Test drive a car at all speeds, stop and go, highway speed et al. Take the transmission through all gears, test the brakes etc. Examine the frame of the car; bends are bad. Look closely at the paint, are some spots a little different in gloss or color?
- When making an offer, always start low. There might be reasons to justify your price (bald tires, power windows slow going up, near term repairs you'll have to do).
- Factor in car transport. If the car's in another state, it might be a good idea to ask the seller if transport is included in the sale. If you're arranging it yourself, having the car shipped to you might be a better bet than picking it up and driving it home yourself. For a free quote from Carmoza, call 1-888-708-0880 or visit our website today!
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