Buying and Selling Cars
Buying or selling a car can be a tedious experience. Articles in this section touch on car buying and financing, insurance, warranties, VINs, and the Kelly Blue Book.
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10 Factors That Affect Your Car's Resale Value
Trying to sell or trade in your car? Lots of things you might not expect will influence how much you can get for it.
How to Wipe Personal Data From Your Car
You'd be surprised how much of your personal information is being collected and stored by your car.
Car Dealerships Get Creative to Entice Buyers
The era of stale and boring car showrooms are over. Dealers are upping the ante with everything from free cruises and in-house bars to lure buyers these days.
Can an Automaker Forbid You From Reselling Your Car?
Several carmakers have put clauses in the sales contracts of their supercars that prevent buyers from selling them for at least a few years. Is the practice even legal?
Is the Car Dealership Model Outdated?
Could car sales tactics we despise be going by the wayside?
Porsche Is Launching a Luxury Car Subscription Program
The Porsche Passport app will let drivers swap out different luxury sports cars and SUVs for a regular monthly fee.
Should You Buy a Used Rental Car?
When shopping for a used car, a late model rental sounds like a good deal. It has low miles, one owner and a great price. Is it too good to be true?
10 Tips for Haggling Over a Used Car
One of the most anxiety-inducing parts of buying a used car is negotiating the price. It takes a ton of research and forethought to get the right deal.
10 Tips for Selling a Used Car Online
Selling a used car online can be just as nerve-wracking as buying one. You have to vet potential buyers, make sure your car is in tip-top shape and decide on a price — all while proving your Internet business prowess.
10 Red Flags for Used Car Buyers
Buying a car is exciting, but when it's used – you'd better make sure you have a checklist.
10 Tips for Buying a Used Motorcycle
Even though they're considerably smaller, buying a used motorcycle is not unlike buying a used car. You'll really want to have your eyes out for scams and tricks.
Can you return a used car?
You've just bought a used car. It looked good, ran well during the test drive and had a clean history. But when the problems start rolling in, you realize it's not the bargain you'd thought. Are you stuck with a clunker?
Do dealerships make more off new or used cars?
New cars cost more than used cars, so dealers must make more off the new ones, right? Wrong. A lot of factors determine a dealer's bottom line — and the biggest profits aren't always where you think.
How long are you responsible for a car after you sell it?
If you've sold a used car, the last thing you want to see is your buyer driving it back again with a bad case of remorse. But can they even do that, or are you protected?
What’s the best time of year to buy a used car?
If you time it right, you can find a trusty new-to-you car at a good-for-you price. When's the best time of year to buy, and what else should you consider?
Is it possible to lease a used car?
Leasing a car works well for some drivers, who get a sweet ride during its peak years and can either buy it or lease another when the deal's up. But if leasing works for new cars, why don't more people lease used cars?
Can you find the keypad code for a used car?
Keypad entry systems provide a key-free alternative for getting into your car. What happens if you get a used car with a keypad system but not the code that goes with it? Are there ways to reset the system?
Can you sell a car that has been under water?
If the words "car" and "flood" show up together in the same sentence, it's usually not good — especially if the car was yours. Would selling your flood-damaged car help recover your losses? Is it even legal?
Is the end of the month really the best time to buy a car?
It's time to buy a new car. Everybody knows you get the best deals at the end of the month when salespeople are desperate to make their quotas, right? Not exactly.
Is a car really an investment?
You love your car: It's your best friend, main squeeze, love of your life. You may call your car many things, just don't call it an investment — because it's not a good one.
How AutoCheck Works
Verifying the deceitful things people do to their cars is a tricky business -- and AutoCheck knows it. Find out what separates AutoCheck from the competition.
How can a new car cost only $3,000?
Is it possible to build a $3,000 car and turn any sort of a profit? One manufacturer seems to think so. And before you ask: No, it's not India's Tata Motors.
How to Get a Copy of a Car Title
You've lost the title to your car and are trying to find out how to get a copy of your car title. Read on to learn how to get a copy of a car title.
How J.D. Power Ratings Work
When you're constantly bombarded by advertisements, it can be tough to decide which car, washing machine or pontoon boat is really the best buy. That's where a company like J.D. Power comes in.
How NHTSA Ratings Work
Whether you're buying a new car from a dealership or shopping for a bargain on a used car lot, it's a good idea to find out if the car you're interested in is truly safe. The NHTSA can help.
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