| Buying a car, used or new, is a big decision. It is very | | | | complete report of the vehicle's history. Make sure the |
| important to walk into the situation with a good idea | | | | VIN number matches on the car and on the CarFax |
| about what questions you should ask and what | | | | report. It also helps you to know that they have used |
| information is relevant to buying a used vehicle. Make | | | | the correct parts when repairing your vehicle in the |
| sure to get all of the information you need to make an | | | | past and that it is worth the value they are selling it for. |
| informed decision so that you never regret your | | | | For instance, if you are buying used cars Fort Worth |
| decision. | | | | and it is a ford, make sure they used ford parts in any |
| There are certain questions that you should ask a | | | | repairs they made in the past. |
| salesman including: | | | | 6. What new equipment comes with the purchase? |
| 1. Is this vehicle certified? If the car is certified, and it | | | | Find out if the dealership will provide new tires or some |
| should be to guarantee that it is in good, working | | | | other parts that might be needed soon depending on |
| condition, ask to see the mechanics pre-certification | | | | the mileage. |
| inspection report. This paperwork will allow you to see | | | | 7. Have you performed any service on this car since |
| what has been fixed on the car. You should keep this | | | | getting it? If they have not performed any service |
| for future reference. | | | | since acquiring the vehicle, you might not be getting the |
| 2. Who certified the used car as "certified"? Unless a | | | | best value. If they have performed a complete |
| manufacturer certified the used car, it is not considered | | | | overhaul, you will probably not need to get the vehicle |
| certified. Make sure to check who did the inspection | | | | serviced for a while. |
| and verify the certification. | | | | 8. Do you take trade-ins? It simplifies the process |
| 3. Where/who was the vehicle purchased from? If | | | | significantly for you if you are able to do the trade in |
| someone brought the vehicle in to that specific | | | | and sale through the dealership. You may not make |
| dealership, ask to see the maintenance records. If they | | | | the same amount as selling it yourself, but you will |
| bought it elsewhere, such as an auction, make sure it | | | | save yourself the hassle of selling it yourself. |
| has been inspected very carefully by a technician. | | | | 9. Do you have a return policy? No one offers cash |
| 4. Can I take it on a test drive? Make sure you get a | | | | back on vehicles, but most will offer to let you bring it |
| good feel for the car and that you really like it. Some | | | | back for something of equal value. |
| dealers even let you take it on an overnight test drive. | | | | Remember when purchasing your new car that you |
| You will need to show them proof of insurance and | | | | should make sure it is the perfect car for you. Dealers |
| promise to bring the car back with the same amount | | | | should be willing to answer all of these questions and |
| of gas. | | | | make you feel comfortable making this large purchase. |
| 5. Can I see the CarFax report? This will give you a | | | | |