Buying a used car can be a gamble. You might get a great deal on a reliable vehicle. On the other hand, you could be inheriting the previous owner’s problems. How do you find a great used car and avoid bringing home a nightmare that will constantly break down and cause problems? Use this used car checklist to help you spot any problems before you decide which car to buy.
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When you buy a vehicle online, you start out by browsing various dealers’ websites and comparing prices on the models you’re interested in. This puts you at an advantage as a buyer because you can use the price at one dealership to get a lower price from another. It gives you extra bargaining power. But buying used cars online has its downsides as well. Here are seven reasons why buying a used car online could be a bad idea.
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If you’re buying a used car from a dealer, they may offer an extended warranty, which covers repairs but costs you money upfront. If the car you are buying is a newer model, the original manufacturer’s warranty may apply. Here are five things you need to know about used car warranties.
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Whether you’re buying a new car or a used one, you’ll want to make sure it has the features that are most important to you. It’s a good idea to put together a list before you start shopping for a car and use it to check whether the vehicle meets your needs. If you’re buying a new car, most of the time you will be able to order the car with the features you want if the dealer doesn’t have one on the lot that meets your criteria. However, for used cars, what you see is what you get.
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The time has finally come: your teenager is learning how to drive. This is a pretty exciting time in the life of a teen, but for parents, it’s mostly just scary. You worried about them enough when they were falling off their bikes. How are you going to keep them safe in an automobile? It starts with choosing the right car.
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The debate between rear-wheel drive (RWD) vs front-wheel drive (FWD) has been raging for years, and the truth is, there is no clear winner – both have their pros and cons. Then there are also four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, which are similar but not quite the same. Generally, unless you live in an area with a lot of snow and ice or do a lot of off-roading, you probably don’t need four-wheel or all-wheel drive. So which is better for your next vehicle: rear-wheel or front-wheel drive?
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Whether your kids are small or your teenagers are starting to drive, you want a safe car for your family. You want the peace of mind of knowing that if you are ever in an accident, your family will be protected from harm as much as possible. At the same time, you don’t want to pay a fortune for a new car.
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Is buying a used truck worth it? For those who have ever owned one, the answer in all likelihood is, “Yes.” Though there may be a few disadvantages for some, a truck offers a number of benefits that a car simply does not. Whether for work, family or simply tooling around running errands, a truck comes in handy all the time. Spacious and safe, trucks offer utility that regular cars and SUVs are not capable of.
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When it comes to SUV vs. station wagon, it’s no secret that the station wagon has taken a back seat (pun intended) in popularity to the SUV over the past several decades. The once indispensable station wagon not only used to carry whole families around town and country but ferry public servants and salesmen about on their daily business. Today, it’s the SUV (and to a lesser extent, the minivan) that transports families and sales staff around.
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Thinking about buying a used BMW? A BMW has much to offer. It is the epitome of luxury. Before you buy it’s important to do your research. Are there benefits or any disadvantages? Everyone wants the most car for their money and with such an investment they want a car that lasts a long time.
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