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Page 2: What to know when buying a used car

Used cars offer a great

value when you know

what you want, take the

time to do your research,

and hunt for the best

deal. The following

presentation offers tips

on what to know when

buying a used car.

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It is important to

define the core

purpose for the

vehicle and to

have a list of the

options you

absolutely cannot

live without. This

will help you stay

focused on your

search. A second

list of options that

would be nice to

have but that

would not be a

deal breaker if

unavailable is

also helpful.

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The next consideration is

budget and whether you’ll

purchase the car in cash or

finance it. On top of the cost

of the car itself, you’ll want

to know costs for the title

transfer, registration fees,

and insurance, as well as

general maintenance

requirements and costs for

parts.

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Once you’ve selected a few models that interest you,

research reviews for all the information you need to make

a good buying decision. You’ll find information on pricing,

reviews, specs, fuel economy, standard features,

maintenance, and recurring costs.

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Before you buy, acquire a vehicle history report by

searching the VIN. The report will tell you whether

the car has a clear title. If not, you should not go

any further with this car. Red flags include if the

car has been salvaged, in any accidents, and if

there have been any recalls.

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Once you have the right car

narrowed down, a test drive will

confirm if it is the right car for you. It

will also give you further insight into

its condition. On the test drive, take

advantage of simulating the

conditions of your normal driving

habits. If you do a lot of freeway

driving, make sure you test the

vehicle out on a freeway. If you do

a lot of steep mountain driving,

make sure you take the car up and

down an incline.

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If you like the way the car drives, have it inspected by your trusted mechanic before

you negotiate a purchase price. This can save you a ton of money and headaches

down the road. A dealership may not let you do this as easily as a private party, so

at a dealership focus on the certified pre-owned vehicles.

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The most challenging part of the

process is negotiating the

purchase price. You should make

an opening offer that is low but

sound, based on the research and

comparisons you’ve done. Know

your maximum price and walk

away without hesitation if it’s

exceeded. Walking away is your

strongest negotiating tool. Finally,

don't be distracted by pitches for

unnecessary add-ons.

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Desert Sun Auto Group is a leader in automotive services in the New Mexico and

West Texas areas. Offering a wide selection of vehicles, Desert Sun Auto Group

makes a priority of customer service and aims to make the car buying process quick

and hassle free. Financing options are available and many credit levels are accepted.

Additionally, Desert Sun Auto Group has an experienced and reliable service

department for all your auto repair needs.

Visit www.desertsunmotors.com to view our extensive inventory or to schedule a

service appointment at one of our convenient locations.