It always hard to find a used car because there’s just so much to check, from interior wear and tear to maintenance history. So here, I would like to share 8 tips on what to check when searching for used car.
1. Low mileage: Given the choice between two virtually identical cars with dissimilar mileage, pick the lower mileage car. Lower miles are a benefit if you resell, and provide more extended warranty eligibility at a better price.
2. High spec. and accessories increase selling prospects: High spec car in better than low spec car. Loaded used cars cost more, but deliver desirable options for much less than original cost. Well- optioned, deluxe models are easier to resell than base models of the same vehicle.
3. Check with the popular crowd: If you plan to resell, consider popularity factors. Well- equipped high-demand cars in popular colors are always the easiest to resell.
4. Learn about the previous owner: Find out the number of previous owners. Ideally, a 2 year-old-car should have one owner, and a five-year-old car shouldn’t have more than two owners. More owners may be a warning sign. Beware of missing or inconsistent service records.
5. Protect your investment: The remainder of the original manufacturer’s warranty can usually be transferred. For example buying from a seller such as Used Cadillacs Harrisburg PA. With them, you can get 6 years and 100k miles from when it was new and has NO deductible. You also receive up to 72-months/100k miles Road Side assistance. Also 6 months of free Onstar (only on properly equipped vehicles)! There is even more with 3 months free XM radio. In short, their Cadillac warranty customers receive the same privileges, benefits and premium treatment that new Cadillac customers receive.
6. Get everything in writing:Especially price, terms, repairs, and/or trade-ins. This should be clearly written into the sales agreement.
7. Know what you’re buying: In general, you should stay away from cars with a negative history. Examples include: Cars from natural disaster locales.
8. Do your homework: Research everything about the vehicles you have in mind. Read up on current trade-in and market value, safety ratings, consumer and professional reviews, and the options, mileage adjustment and condition of the car.
