How to Protect Yourself When Purchasing a CarDo you want to get a good deal on a used car? Whether buying a new or used car, there are a few good things you can do to ensure you get a good deal.

Figure out exactly what it is you want to buy. Whether it's a new or used car, you need to know what you are looking for

in advance before going out and looking at the actual vehicle. Do some comparison shopping.

Hide your enthusiasm. Your excitement about the car just tells the buyer that you are willing to pay

more. A seller is more willing to negotiate with a "less motivated" buyer. They view the excited and giddy customer as a likely impulse buyer and its

easy to just wait that buyer out since it's an almost certainty that the impulsive buyer will pay top dollar.

Unless its explicitly put in writing, you get about the same protection after the sale from a private seller as you would from a dealer.

Most dealers sell "as is" which means exactly that. If you want any warranties, get it in writing. A handshake and someone's word means nothing when your buying a car.

Know how to read a seller that's trying to sell you a lemon.

Nothing can take the place of having the car checked out by a qualified mechanic.

A big red flag is the seller that starts telling you about all the new stuff the used car now has on it.

The only things that should be truly impressive to you are new tires, brake pads, windshield wipers, filters and a new battery.

Know what to look for on the car itself. Have a look at the engine. An engine to look at is one that has not yet been professionally cleaned. An engine to look at is one that has not yet been professionally cleaned.

Drive the car. The car should drive perfect with smooth shifting and no pops or bangs. Make sure that its not pulling to one side or the other. Take notice of how well the interior is maintained. Everything should work flawlessly. If simple things like windows and seats

don't work, it could be a a clue about flooding.

Once you have figured out which car you want for the right price and there are no obvious reasons not to purchase, then share your number with that party. Be patient. If they are calling multiple times, then you are in a good place to negotiate

because they are motivated to sell but if you don't hear from them in a couple of days, go ahead and purchase your new used car.

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