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5 Questions To Ask Before Buying A Used Car
The price of new cars has gone up recently due to added safety features and technology parks that are now becoming standard. Because of that, more folks are giving used cars a second look for the next vehicle purchase. Most dealerships offer used cars as part of their inventory but you can also find a wide selection from rental car companies and with private sales. If you’re thinking about a used car, then you’ll want to ask these five questions and get good answers:
How used is used?
Cars are being designed to go past the 100,000-mile mark and beyond. With regular maintenance, you can certainly extend the life of your car to those big mileage numbers. However, if you’re already starting out over 100,000 miles, then you might be limiting yourself. Plus, there is no guarantee that the previous owner took great care with that car. Try to look for cars around the 50,000-mile range. A little below or a little higher can be a sweet spot for a used car.
Did you check Carfax?
Before the Internet, you just had to trust the seller when they said the car was never in an accident. Thanks to Carfax there will be no “surprises.” This is a paid service that essentially runs a background check on any car based on their VIN number. That search can reveal how many owners have been a…
