| When it comes to buying a used car, there is | | | | possible to get the price down to something |
| lots of money you'll be able to save. | | | | that is cheaper. With used cars you can find |
| However, if you aren't careful you could end | | | | online guides that detail the recommended |
| up out of pocket and with a car that's | | | | price of a used car based on its model, age, |
| neither functional or what you expected. | | | | condition and mileage. Through referencing a |
| | | | guide like this you'll be able to show that |
| Dealership Or Direct? | | | | you know what your talking about. If you |
| | | | notice any imperfections on the car, or are |
| If your buying a used car you'll no doubt | | | | aware of any factors that could negatively |
| consider whether or not you should buy direct | | | | influence its value, then don't be scared to |
| from a person who is selling their car or | | | | bring this up. You may be able to persuade |
| from a dealership. There are advantages and | | | | the seller that the car isn't worth what they |
| disadvantages inherent in both. Firstly, if | | | | are asking for. |
| your buying a used car from a dealer then the | | | | |
| chances are that you'll get a guarantee and | | | | Get Your Hands Dirty |
| that the car will be in good shape - this | | | | |
| will not always be the case, however it's | | | | If you know your stuff about cars then ensure |
| more likely to be the case than it would be | | | | that it's running properly before you part |
| in a direct sale. The extra security | | | | with your cash. Look under the bonnet and |
| surrounding the purchase, however, comes at a | | | | take it for a test drive to ensure that |
| price. You might be able to sleep easy at | | | | everything is running smoothly. If you don't |
| night knowing you've not been ripped off if | | | | know enough about cars then bring along |
| you buy from a dealer, however it's unlikely | | | | someone who does, or pay for a mechanic to |
| you'll be able to get the cheapest deal that | | | | take a look before you part with your cash. |
| is out there. If your buying direct then it's | | | | You wouldn't buy a house without paying for a |
| best that you know your stuff, and that you | | | | survey, so don't do buy a car without knowing |
| get a written agreement with the person your | | | | exactly what your paying for. |
| buying from - in this agreement you can | | | | |
| outline the expectations you have and place | | | | Ensure A Smooth Transaction |
| provisions in the contract which will outline | | | | |
| what happens in the instance where things | | | | Don't make any advance payments, and ensure |
| don't go to plan. | | | | that you get the keys and access to the car |
| | | | at the same time as you hand over the money. |
| Don't Be Scared To Haggle | | | | This will ensure that you don't end up |
| | | | forking out the cash without ever getting |
| If you have managed to find the used car that | | | | access to the car! This is particularly |
| your looking for, then don't assume you can | | | | important if your buying direct from a person |
| only get it for the price that's advertised. | | | | - rather than through a dealership or |
| Through the art of negotiation it may be | | | | legitimate business. |