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7 Things You Need To Do Before Buying A Used Car by Godspower35(m): 1:59am On Dec 12, 2018 |
[img]https://2.bp..com/-CwE7mr4ani0/XBBY2_R-RZI/AAAAAAAAB1Q/LV-JEWhs1xoo4E4k2oTdJP6Auiu5YUfIgCLcBGAs/s320/used%2Bcars.jpeg[/img] Buying a used car can be a smart financial step, but purchasing a pulse may mean that it ends with a lemon. Whether you buy from a dealer or from an individual, integration with knowledge and resources helps to make the most of your decision making. Here are seven things you have to do before buying a used car:- 1. Determine what you want and do the research. Before you can do anything else, it takes time to describe what you want from a car: How many people should sit? Do you like being small or big? Are there any features that you feel you can not live without? It then examines which cars match the description and what their prices just when browsing the merchant can prevent them from finding the best deals because they can put pressure on a salesman through a highly qualified vendor. Before you ever make your foot, check out classic ads and print information about different brands of cars to get a better picture of what's available and what to pay for similar vehicles. 2. Set your budget. Do not let the intrusive seller convince you to expand your budget just to get the vehicle you want. Setting up price categories can help narrow your search for yourself and negotiate a price that is really comfortable. When you talk to the seller, keep your budget firmly, but do not share the target price until the trader or the seller makes a bid - the number does not give more negotiating power. And remember, the budget of a used car should include not only funds for the car, but also check for money and cover the minor fixes that may be needed. 3. Consider any funding opportunities. If you do not plan to buy the car with cash, consider financing options beyond trading. You may, for example, get a large amount of car finance through the credit union. Try getting some quotes in a few places and talk to all potential creditors about the type of car and the price category you work with. 4. Run a car fax report. Car fax reports provide the car's story and let you know whether the car has been accidentally or possibly in the history of other potentially troubling events. Some dealerships will send reports to you, but you can report to other dealerships (or when buying a private seller). 5. Perform a test piece. This is perhaps the most important part of purchasing a used car - seeing that the car actually drives. Try to test it in different situations such as the highway and the mountains up and down. If something seems to you - or even if the car finds itself uncomfortable - do not be afraid to stop. 6. Get the car. The customer process involves the examination of a vehicle controlled by a reliable engineer. You can run a basic visual inspection of the engine and the frame yourself, but you still need a mechanic to take a look at the car and perform some basic tests. Even if the seller insists that there are no mechanical failures or major problems, you should check that the car is in good condition with comprehensive inspection - after all, the seller will be released for some reason from the car. 7. Prepare to go. Do not engage in the sale with the intention of purchasing the car that day. If you are too eager to buy, you may be in a position to accept the offer, it is not very convenient or you are sorting out a solution that can cause more problems on the road. No matter how good your business is, you have to be ready around the purchase so you can not force a purchase of a vehicle that is not necessarily right for you. Source: http://www.eliancars.com/2018/12/7-things-you-need-to-do-before-buying.html#more 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 7 Things You Need To Do Before Buying A Used Car by CarGuideNG: 2:04am On Dec 12, 2018 |
While some of these tips may not exactly apply to the Nigerian context and environment, the principles remain similar. A CarFax or other more comprehensive vehicle history report, thorough and expert physical inspection, and verification of customs and import documents. Good read and tips Sir. |
Re: 7 Things You Need To Do Before Buying A Used Car by computerglobal(m): 6:57am On Dec 12, 2018 |
nurey: seunlayi: Lol Run a car fax report. Carfax is not the only type of report ,we have several types of report for American and European vehicles Vehicle inspection by a certified auto inspector for total vehicle condition Documents verification 2 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: 7 Things You Need To Do Before Buying A Used Car by seunlayi(m): 10:32pm On Dec 12, 2018 |
computerglobal: Lol |
Re: 7 Things You Need To Do Before Buying A Used Car by computerglobal(m): 11:10pm On Dec 12, 2018 |
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