When you’re buying a used car, you need to make sure of one thing: you’re not getting into deep water or overpaying. Kelley Blue Book and CarFax are two great tools for helping you determine the true, fair value of the vehicle you want to buy.
At 443 Auto Sales, we know how to help people find the RIGHT used car for them, not the one we want to sell. To help everyone who might be in the market for a used car, we’d like to offer our assistance on this matter.
To ensure that you can trust the company selling you a car, here’s what you want to look for:
- Determine your Budget
Be realistic, don’t convince yourself you make more just so you can get the Volvo. Think about what you want with what your limits actually are. - Research the Model
Know for yourself if the model is known for any recalls or bad parts. - Do Your Homework
Read reviews and forums on both the car, and the dealer from which you’d like to buy the car. - Don’t by on Impulse
Test drive two or three cars, have lunch, and come back to make your decision. You’ll have this car for a long time, so be sure it’s the one you really want and fits all your needs. Don’t just buy the first aesthetically captivating car you see. - Ask a Mechanic
Almost everyone knows a mechanic or knows someone who does. Ask a friend’s opinion on the year, make, and model of the car.