Even if you buy a used car that’s known for its dependability and reliability doesn’t guarantee that’s it’s going to be a good vehicle or it’s not been wrecked and put back together in the past.
You should always do your research before buying a new or used car. The two additional things I’ve always highly recommended to my readers when buying a used car is:
Doing these two things will greatly decrease the chance of you purchasing a bad vehicle and keep you from paying costly repair bills in the future. The mechanic can tell you if the vehicle has had any physical damage and the mechanical systems are in working order. The vehicle history report will tell you if there are any discrepancies in the title or odometer history.
Before spending money on a mechanic and a history report, here are 10 things you can do to pre-inspect a vehicle to make sure you’re not buying someone else’s nightmare.
If you’re looking to buy a new car, make sure you familiarize yourself with the most common car buying mistakes when buying a car from a dealership.