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What's the best second hand car to buy in terms of reliability and economy for under £2k?
do they have a car log or maintenance records? :)daughter not making payment on car i cosigned for her-what happens next?
I heard a funny thing on Car Talk--they advised you check the radio dial to see what stations they had programmed in. If it's metal and rap stations, the car probably needs a new transmission. If it's slow jazz or classical, it's probably been driven by an older, mature person--the type most llikely to take care of the car.Asking a used car dealer to change a part on a Buick before buying car?
They have a helpful website, I think through NPR.
i am planning to buy toyoto RAV4 which year is good?
private owner- what kind of driving did they do city or lots of freeway. when was the last service and big problems it has it had. any accidentsDealer- get the car fax report it will give you info about any accidents. what service they did when they got it turned back in.
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You should request a carfax report from either party. This will show the VIN history (accidents, warranty repairs, owners, etc.) You can also request in writing that the deal is not final until a mechanic of your choice checks out the vehicle. Request when you are looking at the car to take it on a test drive to your local mechanic. Know that used cars are sold 'as is' so you want to do as much research as possible before you sign and drive away with the vehicle. Get anything that you want fixed or done to the vehicle (if at dealer) in writing.Is selling a car a bad time now? When is a good time to sell a car after the holidays?
An owner: How long they have owned the car (the longer the better), why they're selling it (if their sports car is a little too cramped for their fifth kid, if they cannot afford the payments, or if they can't keep the [expletive] thing running), what maintenance and repairs they have done (and if they have receipts), and if you can see specific concerns about the car (why the paint doesn't match on some panels).A dealer: What kind of warranty they offer, what kind of service contract they offer [and for how much and what mechanic will honor it], and will you allow a mechanic to inspect it.
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In any case, it's probably obvious that you shouldn't necessarily expect the truth every time. Go with your instinct. Good luck!
Advice from a car dealer. (me)
has the car ever been in an accident. if so what was repaired
did they buy it new, if not where did he buy it and how many previous owners. Don't buy the lady driven line, I am a lady and I have driven the crap out of a few cars.
was it ever used as a taxi, rental car, race car etc
do they have any maintenance papers you can see and when was the oil changed last etc.
Private seller, why are they selling it.
are there any liens against it. any money owing, joint owners etc. and are THEY the registered owner.
can you have your mechanic inspect it.
Is the selling price negotiable
Have there been any major repairs, new transmission etc and when.
Is there any warranties left on it.
Will they give you a warranty? or guaranty, 30 day money back etc.
does it burn oil, any leaks, does everything work.
where was it primarily driven, highway, rural, off road, city etc.
was it ever used to tow a boat, trailer etc. )often hard on a car)
have they removed or added anything added stereo, removed catalytic converter etc.
That should help,
what would be the best sports car you can buy for 15K GBP, new or used?
Just ask for any maintenance records, really. Anything verbal is unenforceable for the most part. If you're buying from a dealer, ask what the warranty is and ask to see a copy. Look it over, or have an attorney look at it if it's a bunch of legal mumbo-jumbo.Run a CarFax report. And get an independant inspection by a trusted mechanic. Also check the maintenance and repair history at a dealer for that make.
If eveything checks out, the only other question is, "What's the lowest you're willing to go?"
i own a repair shop,and you need to ask about the mileage,,the history of it,,and any major problems it may have had in the past,,also do a car fax on it if possible,and you need to look in the glove box for the owners manual ,,if its in there it may have a maintenance record with it,,this will help you a lot,,also look for any difference in colors on it,,like it may have had some paint work done on it,,and then drive it,,and take notice of anything you hear that doesn't sound ,,or seem right on it,,,and look at the pedals on it,,and see if they look really worn,,this will help determine the mileage also,,check for leaks also ,,and if you cant find nothing wrong with it,,then try and deal on it,,but look it over real good,,you can see though the shine a lot of times ,and find the problems,,good luck,i hope this help,s,,have a good x-mas.
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I would always go with a private owner, ideally a little old lady that rarely drove the car in the first place. Ask the mileage, if it has been in an accident,and most importantly that they have all the mechanical records of the car.More Questions & Answers ...
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