Monday, 13 October 2014

Buy Used Cars From An Online Seller

The Web is excellent location to buy cars. If you would like to buy a new or used car Internet, you have a great variety to choose from. However, you have to be careful and pay attention to things like automatic transaction, and doorstep delivery. You also need pre-approved financing and down payment.

Here are a few tips to buy cars online:

  • Start researching to find out what type of car you would like to have. Then, narrow your search down to a handful of options. It will take some time.
  • Look around the web. Visit different sites where you can get deals.
  • Have all your questions answered.
  • Take a good look at the car photos shown to you by the dealer. Ask the seller to provide you with more photos.
  • Make sure that the car you select, comes with a warranty and all the proper paperwork.
  • Make sure that you have a financing option to buy the car and that you have proof of financing.
  • Another very important thing is to check the Vin number. Those who buy cars from web-based sellers make it a point to run VIN or Vehicle Identification Number through a national database. This gives a clear picture of the cars' history.
  • Once you have liked a car, ask to see it in person. Take a test drive and see if the car is what it has been advertised as.

These are just some basic things that can make or break the deal. If you follow these tips carefully, it is less likely for you to be cheated.

Tuesday, 7 October 2014

A No-Nonsense Guide To Buy The Right Used Cars For Sale

Not sure of which one to chose from the sea of used cars for sale? Need help? Read on to find out some of the factors you must consider.


Age and Condition of the Car

As mentioned earlier, a 3-5 year old car is the best option if you want to buy secondhand. Used cars that are older than that will give you a lot of trouble, not only in terms of maintenance but also in terms of insurance. The condition of the interior can tell you a lot about the car's condition. Things like excessive wear and tear on the driver's seat, steering wheel, switches, control, and the driver's door indicate that the car has been through a lot. Do not opt for used cars for sale that have engine problems or transmission problems or is really rusty. Also, don't go for a modified car. If you want one, modify it after buying. Check for scratches, dents, re-painting, and signs of gas leakage where the car is parked. Check the bonnet condition, tire condition and the manufacturing date of the tires. Check the engine, brake pedals, dashboard, electronics, and the area under the rubber of the car door's interior. It would tell you whether the car has undergone a paint job.

Original Documents


Ask for the car's history report and insurance papers as these documents will give you the information about the car's road history, mileage, accident history and technical fault history. Find out whether the car comes with the original registration certificate (RC), maintenance certificate, and vehicle warranty document. These documents are absolutely essential for used cars for sale.

Test Drive

The test drive is the last step to your purchase decision. Factors that you should take into consideration while taking your test drive are: whether the car starts at the first attempt, whether the steering wheel, brake pedals, gear shifts, and clutch are synchronized; whether there is any noise or vibration from the engine, whether the acceleration and deceleration are smooth, and whether the car really has the mileage that was told to you.