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How To Buy A Used Car From A Dealer

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How To Buy A Used Car From A Dealer

Follow these simple step to help guide you through the traps and pitfalls of buying a used car from a dealership.  Navigate the dreaded negotiating process with used car salesmen with VideoJug's help. Follow these simple step to help guide you through the traps and pitfalls of buying a used car from a dealership. Navigate the dreaded negotiating process with used car salesmen with VideoJug's help.

Step 1: Hit The Books

Don't walk in to the dealership blind. Do as much research on the model of car you are interested in before driving onto the dealership lot.

Step 2: Find A Dealership

Compare offers in local newspaper ads and make calls to several different dealerships simultaneously. This will not only get you a range of prices, but provide an impression of the dealers sales tactics.

Step 3: As Is, As If

Do not buy an "As Is," car without a warranty. You could be looking at a wrecked car which has been in a accident, totaled and brought back to specification. Exercise a healthy amount of suspicion.

Step 4: Totally Totaled

Never buy a vehicle which has been in an accident. Cars which have been classified as "totaled" are ripe with problems.

Step 5: Don't Tell All

You shouldn't feel intimidated if you've done all the proper research. Also, keep the price your are willing to pay a secret at all times.

Step 6: Know When To Walk

Always be prepared to walk away. Even though you've spent quite a bit of time at the dealership, don't feel bad about getting up from the bargaining table.

Step 7: Investigate The Car

Take your car to your personal mechanic to make sure your purchase is worth the money and represents a good buy. It is also critical, when buying a used car, to conduct a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) check. Look up the car you wish to buy to see it's complete history.

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  1. sandyl

    Oh - how I love videojug! :D While searching for the best way to buy my used BMW I found many helpful videos! This is one of the most useful ones! You really have to watch the whole series, I can totally recommend it. For the people that need further information i suggest http://www.premierused.com because there are infos for any case! Hope you get a nice price for your favorite car! Greetings, Sandy