From the article: Top 10 Questions To Ask a Used Car Dealer
You're read what I have to say about the right questions to ask a used car dealer. But I don't have all the answers. Share the right questions you ask when dealing with a used car dealer. Thanks for your help. Share Your Best Question
keith G
- 2003 dodge 2500 Diesel clean like new off floor 4x4 dont know why on sav can you tell me how much its wroth it has 119.000 on it thanks kevin
- —Guest KEVIN
CarFax Not Always a Gimmick
- Terry - CarFax can be more than a gimmick if you know how to read it. The value can come from seeing police activity associated with accidents, a total lack of dealership maintenance, cars titled in other states where there may have been flooding or other weather problems. It's more than just a gimmick but it is not the be all and end all. You're right that an inspection by your mechanic is the most important step. If you want, read my article on reading a CarFax report . It could help you get more from the report.
- —Guest Keith - Your Used Car Guide
CarFax report
- It is my opinion that a CarFax report is a gimmick. I ordered one, for $25. All it told me was that I was the owner of the car, and I had learned the car had suffered hurricane damage at the dealership. The only information you can count on is the name of the past owners. Any repairs, body or mechanical, done at a non-participating shop will not show up on the report. If you can't take the car to your mechanic, look elsewhere to buy a car.
- —TerryBailey
Some suggestions
- This series article is a brilliant guidance.I humbly suggest following two more points : (1) Whether the papers i.e Registration/blue book/Road permit are o.k or renewed properly,(2) who handled the vehicle previously and what was his status. With thanks.
- —Guest Mir Quasem
Car questons
- I let the car talk to me, it won't lie!! Check the pedals for wear against mileage shown. Check the bumpers and doors for dents and scratches, shows poor driver. Check the pipes for carbon, oil user. Listen to the engine, little clicks or knocks spell big repairs, soon. Check the seat belts for regular use, careful driver. Look for rust, not a California car.
- —Dohogne
What I always say to a sales person
- When I got to buy either a new or used vehicle, I go look into the managers office and look on the wall for the salesman who has had the least sales that month. I know he will be willing to make a good deal. The first thing I say to the sales person is, that I have cash and good credit. Then I say, now lets get this straight ok. I dont need to buy a car from you but you need to sell a car to get a paycheck and from what ive seen on the office wall, you need to sell me a vehicle to keep your job.
- —Guest Bubbabear1961@cfl.rr.com
10 Questions to Ask
- Hi Keith, you got 9 excellent points, but I don't agree with # 7 " What is your cash price for this used car " for a detailed explanation as to why I don't agree please visit this link on my website http://www.usedcartips.org/CASH.html Ray PS, I am impressed with your profile, however we all are not perfect, if you will want a second opnion on any future posts I will be happy to work with you, have a great day.
- —Guest Ray Paulsen
