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Buying a used vehicle draft
This document provides guidance on how to safely purchase a used vehicle from a private seller by avoiding scam ads and properly vetting the vehicle. It outlines (1) types of ads that could be suspicious and reasons to be skeptical, (2) important questions to ask the seller to determine the vehicle's history and mechanical condition, and (3) tips for a test drive and inspection to identify potential issues before purchasing. The goal is to educate consumers on deciphering ads, gathering critical information, utilizing vehicle history resources, and performing proper due diligence to avoid being misled or purchasing a problematic vehicle.
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- 1. Chrysler Prowler $2,500.Oppt. Of a lifetime. Call and drive today. Jay 254-987-2341
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- 3. People sell automobilesfor a variety of reasons. R Cannot afford the car anymore E A S A change in automobile is desired O N S Will not invest in repairs needed
- 4. Two Types ofAds Key Words Have Two Purposes PRINT ELIMINATE VERBAL INVESTIGATE FURTHER
- 5. ADS THAT ARESUSPICIOUS Mechanic’s Special Make Offer Price Unrealistic Inadequate Information List of 20 Recent Repairs High Mileage
- 6. Favorable Ads Recent Emissions Low Miles 1 Owner Estate Sale Excellent / Great Condition Must Sale
- 7. Purpose For Selling How long have you owned the vehicle? Do you drive it often? Are you the original owner? Why are you selling? Any information about the vehicle is an ad, including verbal.
- 8. Determine Mechanical Condition What’s wrong with the vehicle? What repairs have you done recently? Does it need an oil change? What problems have you had?
- 9. Some ads arehonest Some ads intentionally omit information Some ads will flat out LIE to you
- 11. Critical Information Gathering AutomobileInformation: Make (Subaru) Model (Legacy) Type (Ex, Lx, Si, etc.) Style (Coupe, Sedan, SUV, etc.) VIN (Vehicle Identification Number – 17)
- 12. Successfully Deciphered the Ads Gathered necessary information
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- 15. Car History Car Facts Emissions Floods Mileage Owners Wrecks
- 16. www.carfax.com CARFAX Buyback Guarantee Registration Please complete this registration in order to activate the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee for a qualifying vehicle. The CARFAX Buyback Guarantee protects you from unknowingly buying a used car with DMV- reported incidents (salvage, fire, flood damage, odometer problems or lemon history). This coverage lasts one year and is transferable. Please remember to print and retain a copy of your CARFAX report as it will be required in a Claim submission per the program's terms and conditions. Top of Form First Name: Last Name: Email Address: Vehicle Identification Number: CARFAX Report Purchase Date: Purchase Price: I accept the Terms and Conditions of the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.
- 18. OIL LEAKS EXPENSIVE FIRE HAZARD Potentially expensive repair. Oil leaking onto hot exhaust pipes near Could be primary reason for owner selling automobile the engine is combustible and may If left unrepaired, it will lead to lead to complete other costly repairs. destruction of vehicle.
- 19. Unresolved oil leaksand electrical problems can lead to destruction.
- 20. Quick Check List Exhaust Smoke: Tires Blue - bad Obvious lean White - bad Different patterns Black – ok Uneven thread wear Idiot Lights Strange Noises Dollar Bill Check Awkward Scents
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- 22. •How to decipherprint and verbal ads ~ Eliminate many of the PITFALLS •What information is necessary for subsequent research ~ Where to obtain the information •Knowledgeable of what resources are available ~ Understand how to access resources •Capable of performing a competent spot check ~ Recognizing tell-tell signs of trouble
- 23. Thank you forlistening Happy Car Buying !