10 Top Tips For Car Buyers

10 TOP TIPS FOR CAR BUYERS

I came across these excellent car buying tips today posted at autoissues.org and thought I’d share them with you. These tips are down-to-earth with a common sense approach to car buying.

Think You Might Be Driving a Lemon?

We all know that car expenses ranks right up there when it comes to our personal finances. If you believe you’re driving a lemon, (which may include cars, vans, SUV’s, trucks, boats, motorcycles, and in some states, motor homes), then it’s a good idea to be familiar with your state’s lemon law. Each state’s law is different, however, according to The Center for Auto Safety, they all have provisions for repairs at no cost, possible vehicle replacement, or you may get a refund. They at least have the following provisions:

Secret Warranties

One of the big budget busters is car repair costs. If you’re having problems with your vehicle, check to see whether the manufacturer has issued a technical service bulletin (TSB) on your car. This bulletin notifies the dealer of specific problems such as defects or design mistakes that were made by the manufacturer and how to resolve it. The manufacturer may allow the dealer to repair it at no cost to you even if your warranty has expired. Because these free repairs are not publicized, they are often referred to as “secret warranties”.