As someone who used to work on vehicles on used car lots, there are a ton of things that dealerships will try to hide from you to get you to sign on the dotted line. That said, there are steps you can take to protect yourself throughout the … [Read more...] about 7 Things to Know Before Buying a Pre-Owned Car
While I tend to look for certified pre-owned dealers (or buy from the dealer, in general), CPO cars aren't always the best bet. In some cases, you could still be buying a damaged vehicle that they've fixed up to pass inspection. More often, … [Read more...] about Your “Certified Pre-Owned” Vehicle May Be a Flood-Damaged Write-Off
It’s tempting. You scroll through Facebook Marketplace, see a sleek used car listed for half the dealership price, and think, “Why not?” But what looks like a deal on social media often turns into a disaster. Behind the filters, emojis, and casual … [Read more...] about Why You Should Never Buy A Used Car From Social Media
If you've shopped for a used car lately, you've probably asked yourself, Why are these prices so high? It’s not just you—the used car market has exploded in recent years, and not always in a good way. Between sky-high markups, shady history reports, … [Read more...] about Is the Used Car Market One Big Scam?
The average price of a used car in the United States sits between $25,000 and $26,000. While this can be cheaper than buying something brand new, you should be careful before moving forward with your purchase. There are some blaring red flags that … [Read more...] about Don’t Buy It: 5 Red Flags When Buying a Used Car
