CARFAX - Top Used Car Buying Tips - NAPS-TV

To stay on the road to safety and savings when buying a used car, there are a few facts you need to know first.

Start by having the seller provide as much documentation as possible, including registration and title documents, service receipts and proof of insurance. Next, make sure the wear and tear on the car matches the mileage reading. Odometers can be tampered with. Be aware that most cars damaged by floods get cleaned up and returned to the road and that nearly one in three recalled cars go unfixed. Fortunately, franchise dealers will fix open recalls for free.

Shop at reputable dealerships and say "Show Me The Carfax." Inspection by a mechanic or body shop and a Carfax Vehicle History Report is your best one-two punch to find the right used car and avoid costly hidden problems.

Finally, consider a manufacturer-certified pre-owned car. They might be the best value for you and most already come with a rigorous mechanical inspection and Carfax report.

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