| If you're interested in second hand car prices, we have | | | | what Edmunds and Kelly say. They rarely say the |
| a few things to tell you. | | | | same thing. You can also look in your local classifieds |
| First, using the Kelly Blue Book, which is available on | | | | to see what similar second hand cars to the one |
| the Web at and in book form from your local library | | | | you're interested in are selling for, or call several local |
| (both for free), is an easy way to determine how | | | | car dealers. |
| much you should pay for the second hand car you'd | | | | The blue book and Edmunds don't do everything, of |
| like to buy. is another free, online source that's | | | | course. They won't tell you how dependable the car |
| trustworthy and easy to use. It's available in book form | | | | you're interested in is, or if the specific car you're going |
| at the library. | | | | to buy is a lemon (or what to do if it is). They don't tell |
| The Kelly Blue Book and Edmunds tell how much | | | | you how to negotiate to get the lowest possible price |
| every car on the road is selling for today. The books | | | | for your next car, or how to negotiate with your |
| and Web sites are well organized and easy to use. | | | | insurance agent and the bank who finances your loan. |
| You start with the make of car you're interested in (for | | | | They don't tell you where to go to get the most |
| example, GMC, Toyota, Jaguar or whatever). You | | | | reliable information on the cars you're interested in, or |
| choose the kind of Ford or Honda next (Honda | | | | how to turn a salesman's scams to your advantage. |
| Accord, Ford Focus, etc.). Then you select whether it's | | | | But if you're interested in car prices for second hand |
| an XL, L, S or whatever, the condition, year and | | | | cars, Kelly's and Edmunds are good places to start. |
| several other details like that. | | | | But there's so much more to getting a great deal on |
| It's a good idea to take the extra five minutes to see | | | | your next car. Good luck! |