Finding the best used cars

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If you are thinking out a used vehicle, do not ask how can miles does – ask how many owners it had.

If you are considering a used vehicle should be asking not only how many miles it has, ask how many owners it had.

That’s the advice from experts who used vehicles which can only have had one owner say in a better state than cars that have had multiple owners. Many of the One-owners are relatively new cars have less miles on them and a total of less wear and tear. While these cars may cost a little more, the chances of a new owner with cash to shell out down the road for repair could drop dramatically.

This one-owner preference has contributed to many car-buying decisions, according to a recent study. Nearly nine out of 10 shoppers said they find it important to know how many owners have had a car. In addition, almost eight out of 10 said they were more than one car under one owner, as it were a car that had more than one owner, identified acquire purchase. Two out of three buyers are even willing to pay more for a vehicle owner.

Finding one-owner vehicles

The study found that franchised dealers are usually the best place for an owner car, but it is always important to do some investigating on your own.

A good place to start is with the history of a vehicle from a company such as Carfax. The company reports provide a complete timeline of vehicle ownership and clearly indicate whether a vehicle had one or more owners. The reports also indicate whether a car was in an accident, flood or fire, or if it was total rebuilt.

In addition, a report run on any car you consider buying, it is important to talk the dealer about the vehicle owner. Find out why the owner sold the car in the first place and ask if the dealer can guarantee that the vehicle you are considering a one-owner vehicle. Many retailers will report to a free vehicle history.

If you are buying from a private seller, ask questions, like what would you ask a dealer, but to also ask for the seller’s address and phone number. If he or she is not willing to provide the information may want to consider walking away, the deal.

Auto Tips January 3rd 2011