Adrian Sherlin: "I need to buy a used car"The Lemon Law, and the associated term "lemon car" only applies to new vehicles.So anything you buy, is not a lemon car.So, problem solved."one person i talked to said he had the car 2 weeks... I hung up on that !"Why? I've bought and sold perfectly good cars in a matter of hours. Simply because my mind changed, or I found something better, etc."What can I look for to make sure I don't buy a car that someone is trying to dump ?"Think about that. If you own a car, and everything is perfectly good with it, would you sell it? No.People only sell cars because they need the money, or there's something wrong with it. Otherwise, there is basically no reason to sell. So it's not difficult to figure out which of the two situations you're looking at....Show more
Chanda Wittwer: I'm now not certain wherein you're, however the first-rate strategy to preclude purchasing a lemon is to take the automobile to a riskless mechanic first. In t! he US (California) it fees approximately $one hundred, however it is the first-rate $one hundred you'll be able to spend on that automobile. I'd uncover the riskless mechanic first, speak to her or him approximately find out how to cross approximately bringing the automobile by means of for an inspection. Some can do it on a stroll-in foundation, others want an appointment or a 24 or so heads up. The inspection must be thorough and take approximately two hours, provide or take a bit of. Then, while you uncover a automobile that you are focused on, inform the vendor you wish to have your mechanic investigate it out first. Either have the vendor take it with you to the mechanic, or make a few association with the vendor to take the automobile your self. Don't allow the vendor take it by myself to his or any mechanic. Make certain you're there, and that it is the mechanic you selected so he is not biased. They will appear on the engine, fluids, belts, electric wiring, tires, b! rakes, transmission; and they are going to investigate the cha! ssis to look if the automobile has been in an twist of fate and the chassis was once bent again into form. You do not wish that, that weakens the chassis and if you are in yet another twist of fate it'll be unhealthy. He may even investigate the lighting, airbags, and every other fundamental safeguard function the automobile has. If you do not wish to take a position this style of time into discovering a used automobile, I endorse purchasing one from both a trader that's required by means of legislation to try this inspection and upkeep earlier than he can promote the automobile, or going by way of a carrier like CarMax....Show more
Tawny Grosskreutz: if you are in the used car market it is imperative that you take the vehicle you wish to purchase to a certified mechanic that you trust for a complete mechanical inspection. Make sure that any and all offers that you put on the table are pending the outcome of this inspection. Now they can't predict the future or tell ! you that the car is going to need a timing belt in 6 months but they can assess the current condition of the car, check for leaks, check for things like blown gaskets and worn parts and inspect for hidden damage or faulty previous repairs. They can tell if the car has been well maintained or if it has been bandaged and held together with bailing wire and duct tape. $3000 is not a lot of money so you'll need to be careful and suspicious of any used car in that price range. Expect to make a few minor repairs, maybe even a major repair right from the start. Cheap cars are cheap for a reason and it's usually because the owner doesn't see the value in repairing the car, they'd rather just sell it. Find an individual who is selling their personal vehicle, not a dealer looking to turn a fast profit. That's where you'll find the best cars....Show more
Cliff Tyre: Take a mechanic with u
Veta Slicker: get reports from auto check and carfax also have it inspected by y! our mechanic to make sure everything is ok
Coleman Coscia: Buying! from a dealer has some very big advantages. Your state's lemon laws apply to them. You can check out their complaint record by calling the Better Business Bureau and other consumer reporting agencies. They may be able to sell or include a warranty. Since they're subject to these laws they have to make sure the vehicle is at least safe and won't cause legal problems for them. The private party sale will usually be the lowest price, but the seller has no motivation whatsoever to make sure the tires, brakes, transmission, etc. are even remotely ok. You should be very wary of such a purchase unless the seller is your brother, and even then have a mechanic without a vested interest check the vehicle thoroughly....Show more
Russell Mckinzie: To avoid getting scammed, it is highly recommended to run a VIN check aside from having a mechanicphysically check the car. If you search online, you will see that there are several providers.You can get a single report for as mu! ch as $35 or if you are resourceful and lucky for as low as 5 bucks. http://bit.ly/50OFF_VIN_CHECK
Lorelei Lilburn: All I had to read is the first line. You want a $3000.00 car and worried about buying a bad car? Come on man. What do you expect for 3000.00??!!It's a crap-shoot. All you can do is buy a car that you/your mechanic thinks is decent. Period.Even if a mechanic checks it out and says it's OK, it could still take a sh!t after 100 miles. It's a gamble any time with a car that's only 3000.00.So, find a car, have it inspected, and cross your fingers....Show more
