| We see them advertised everywhere: "Cars for | | | | compare it with Edmonds, J.D. Power, and Kelley Blue |
| $500" "Police seizures, get your dream car." These | | | | Book. Decide BEFORE you go what you think is a |
| used car auctions are real and can be an awesome | | | | good deal for the car. Stick to your plan. Don't get |
| way to get yourself some cheap wheels. It is pretty | | | | caught up in the excitement. You are trying to get a |
| straight forward: You go to the auction, bid on the | | | | good deal here, remember. |
| vehicle you want, and walk away with a car. Now, | | | | Tip #3 |
| each auction will have its own rules. For instance, one | | | | If it's allowed, bring in a mechanic before hand to check |
| may allow you to have your own financing or they | | | | out the vehicle. A lot of auctions may not let you do |
| may provide there own financing. Other will have a | | | | this but if they do, take advantage of it. These cars |
| minimum down payment from $100 up to a $1000. Just | | | | are going to be sold 'as is' so this is an awesome |
| make sure you read the rules before you go. | | | | advantage to you if you take the time to do it. |
| Tip #1 | | | | Remember, this a very real way to buy a car or truck. |
| Go to an auction with no intention of buying anything. | | | | Dealerships and used car dealers with be there buying |
| This is a great way to go check out the process to | | | | up cars in multiple numbers so they can resell them. |
| see own things work. Most likely it will be free or very | | | | Don't be intimidated. They can't buy them all and if you |
| low cost to get in, but the education and the | | | | do a few of the things mentioned above you with |
| confidence you will gain will be priceless. | | | | have a lot more confidence going in. Also, don't forget |
| Tip #2 | | | | to research and review the car you are gong to be |
| Get a list before the auction so you know what cars | | | | bidding on. It is a very important step in the process. |
| are going to be there and then research the one's that | | | | Knowledge is power. |
| you are interested in. Check the mileage and cost and | | | | Good luck getting your new wheels. |