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Buying a used car can be both great fun and a great hassle. The scope for getting it wrong is vast, because there are so many different cars for sale and so many different places selling them. However, this also means there are some excellent deals out there and armed with the right knowledge, you can take your pick of these bargains.
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This comprehensive guide to buying a used car covers virtually every aspect of what could be the biggest purchase you'll ever make, bar the roof over your head. So read on and prepare to save - on hard work and hard cash.
WHAT SHOULD I DO BEFORE I START SHOPPING?
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Research as much as you can about your desired car. Read road tests, look in trade guides, classified ads and wander around forecourts to get an idea of prices. Find about the production history of your model when it was updated, when a new engine was introduced, what was standard equipment and so on. Many trade guides publish this information.
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Find out about any costly servicing required on your chosen model: an expensive cambelt change at 60,000 miles, for instance. A friendly dealer or manufacturer will often provide you with this information. Check that any relevant maintenance work has been carried out before you buy.
While you're chatting with the dealer, find out if your desired model develops any common faults, such as weak door hinges, oil leaks, loose seat runners and so on. Owner's clubs may also be a useful source of information.
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NEXT: SHOPPING AROUND
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