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Test Driving A Used Car By John Sanderson, Tue Dec 6th
Nothing is quite as exciting as purchasing a new car. Even
fit's a "used" new car. Don't get too caught up in the
pretty shiny metal and chrome, it's what's under the hood that
counts. Take a serious test drive before you make a decision. Used
cars bought from a private owner don't have any warranty with
them. You don't want to buy someone else problem.
Do you homework. There is a lot of help available on line
when you're purchasing a used car. You'll have the vin or
vehicle identification number. With this number you can pull up
a vehicle history through your state. Do a search for the
mode land year of your car online. Were there any specific
complaints or call backs on this particular model?
The first place you should test drive this car is to your
trusty mechanics shop. With a bit of notice he'll be glad to set a
bit of time aside to go over the car with you. He'll take a look
at your car with a keen and unprejudiced eye. Take with you whatever service records are available on the
car, these will help.
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