Used Cars – Save with a private seller

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Cars automatically cost less when you buy them from a private seller instead of a dealer. Here’s why.

* Private owners tend to ask 20 percent less for the same car than dealers do. Dealers price their cars higher because they’ve got overhead, and their livelihood depends on the profit they make.

* Buying from a private owner cuts out the middleman and allows you to negotiate with someone who is not a professional salesperson.

* Private owners usually enjoy talking about their cars, so you can find out more about the vehicle’s true history.

* Some states don’t require you to pay sales tax on a car if you buy it from a private owner rather than a dealer.

Make sure you’re considering a decent automobile by asking the owner these important questions.

* “Why are you selling your car?” The car may have mechanical problems, so ask if you can have a mechanic check the car. If they don’t let you, steer clear of this vehicle.

* “What is the car’s mileage?” The average is 12,000 to 15,000 miles per year. An older car with lower mileage is still a good catch.

* “What needs to be worked on?” It’s a good sign if the owners answers honestly and lets you know what minor repairs the car needs.

* “May I see the car’s service records?” If they don’t have the service records, move on to another car.

* “When were the brakes last done?” and “When were the oil and filter last changed?” These answer will tell you how well the owner has taken care of the car.



All the best,



Timben