| More and more people are buying used cars in | | | | internet, in local newspapers and magazines. If |
| particular Japanese cars this is due to the fact | | | | you have the money it is worth travelling to find |
| that they are usually maintained in mint condition | | | | the best deals. |
| along with Japan being one of the leaders in car | | | | If you decide to buy used cars from a |
| manufacturing. | | | | newspaper advertisement or other mean make |
| Japanese used cars are also popular because they | | | | sure you always view it in the day time, so you |
| are not only cheap but have a sleek comfortable | | | | can see any obvious bumps and scrapes |
| feel. | | | | Again, taking a friend along would be handy, |
| You do not always need to have loads of money | | | | especially if they know a little about cars, get |
| to purchase a used car, you can always pick up | | | | them to check the engine and overall condition of |
| repossessed cars that are often sold at auction | | | | the car before you agree a sale. |
| and are priced considerably lower than they are | | | | If you are presented with a car that looks clean |
| worth. | | | | and immaculate do not be fooled, it is easy to |
| Another option available at car auctions is police | | | | hide bigger problems. Always ask for any |
| used cars, please bear in mind that when entering | | | | background the owner has on the car and ask to |
| into used car auctions there are certain rules and | | | | see copies of any history such as services or |
| laws, always make sure you know and | | | | work done. |
| understand the terms and conditions before you | | | | Try to do as much research as possible on the |
| enter or place a bid. | | | | car you are looking at, look into what these used |
| Make sure you have an idea in mind before | | | | cars are going for else where, when you speak |
| attending auctions for used cars, know your | | | | to the seller be confident and know your stuff, |
| budget, have a type of car in mind, try and | | | | that way if you offer less than the asking price |
| remember what it will be utilized for. | | | | they may just go for it! |
| It is always wise to take a friend with you when | | | | Alway be cool, calm and know your stuff. If you |
| going to an auction, preferably someone who | | | | come across as not knowing what your buying |
| knows a bit about used cars. | | | | then you are more likely to be ripped off. |
| Details of car auctions can be found on the | | | | |