When it comes to buying a car, there are many questions consumers like yourself want to have answered before you purchase.
For most, the biggest question is “How can I buy a car without being taken advantage of by the Dealer?”
Since dealerships sell cars everyday and consumers typically only buy a new car every 3 years, this puts you at a disadvantage, which makes it vital for
you to learn how to make the best decision possible. This entire website is dedicated to giving you the knowledge you will need to buy a car with confidence
regardless of whether you're buying from a dealer or private seller.
This Used Car Appraisal Program is a proven buyers guide that shows you how to buy a used car based on
facts, rather than speculation or opinions. This step-by-step program utilizes 7 copyrighted copyrighted
checklists that help to protect you from overlooking many important aspects about a vehicle before you purchase it,
regardless of your automotive knowledge. Some of these problems can cost thousands of dollars to repair, so the
more you know about a car, the better of a decision you can make. This program is free to use and we hope this
helps you find the perfect Used Car!
This Buyers Guide has been helping people like yourself purchase Used Cars since 2003. Below are 6 of the copyrighted checklists along with a brief description.
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It's hard to see any warning signs just by looking at the ad in the paper or
internet. We have developed 2 separate checklists to help show you what to ask the seller or dealer to help decide if the car is worth taking the time to looking at.
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The Before Starting form guides you through what items need to be inspected prior to even
starting the vehicle. The software shows you exactly where to look by using detailed pictures as examples, in the event you don't have a lot of automotive experience.
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The Starting & Observing form guides you through what items need to be inspected once the vehicle
is running. The color coded lists make it very clear which problems can be severe in regards to both safety and/or repair costs.
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The Test Drive form will help you diagnose how the vehicle reacted while on the test drive
and covers such items as brakes, alignment, cooling system, suspension, transmission, drivetrain, and much more, even if you aren't a mechanic.
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The Dealership Worksheet is an extremely useful and informative form that is a must have if
you plan to purchase from a dealership. It goes through the figures in great detail and is to filled out before you enter the finance office.
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The Bill of Sale is another must have form if you plan to purchase from a private seller.
It is complete with closing notes listed on the bottom so you don't forget anything or make any critical errors.
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"What exactly do I look for when buying a car?"
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There are several things you should inspect before you even turn the key to
start the car. Our exclusive 'Before Starting Checklist' will assist you by going
through the car with a detailed check list to help you spot potential warning
signs with the vehicle. While starting the car, there are a few things you should pay close attention
to and inspect before you go for the test drive. These pages and
corresponding checklist will help you to learn what to look for before you test drive the used car.
The Test Drive can be the most crucial step in the car buying process. It will
expose many of the warning signs including potential brake problems,
transmission issues, engine performance and more. The checklist is designed
to help you translate your test drive experience.
Negotiating
can be easy if you are prepared. If a seller tells you over the
phone that the car is in perfect condition and your inspection finds a few items
that need attention, it will be easy to show the seller that his/her car isn't so
perfect, which gives you leverage to have them reduce the sales price.
When finalizing the sale, its important to help protect yourself from dealerships
as well as private sellers. You want to be sure the numbers don't change when
you go to the finance office. We help you finalize your paperwork with pages
for private purchases and dealerships.
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"This used car buying guide is a unique & effective way to go used car shopping. The free checklists are comprehensive & easy to follow!" |
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How to use The Auto Evaluator Buyers Guide and Checklists |
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To begin using your Auto Evaluator, start by printing and laying out the check lists titled Phone Log, Before
Starting, Starting and Observing, and After the Test Drive. This site is designed to walk you step by step through each
list, starting with the Phone Log. As you read through, follow along each page with the corresponding check list. Be sure
to look at all the picture examples so that when you are actually looking at a car, you will be able to recognize the warning
signs and you will know where to look on the car for the specific item you are checking on the list. The Phone Log goes through the questions to ask when determining if a specific used car is worth going to see. It
includes the basic questions such as mileage and options, and takes you into the questions most people overlook, such as
how long has the seller owned the vehicle. It is also important to determine how well the vehicle has been maintained and
we walk you through those steps with an easy fill-in-the-blank phone log. The check lists are clear and easy to follow. Every item is color-coded to show you how severe the item can be in
regards to both safety and repair costs. If the block is Green, the item appears to be in good working order. A Yellow
block indicates the item is due for general maintenance. Orange blocks warn consumers that the item has gone beyond
general maintenance and the problem can affect the drive ability and/or repair costs of the vehicle. Red blocks show a
serious potential problem which requires immediate attention and should be considered when determining the safety and
value of the vehicle. Black blocks indicate an extreme condition and the vehicle should not be driven. Finally, the Price Negotiating pages are designed to help you determine a fair price for a used car. Whether it's a
private owner or a dealer, we show you how to stay in control and maximize your negotiation so you can make an
educated purchasing decision. We even go through a few warning signs when it comes to buying from dealerships and
how to manage a high-pressure sales associate.
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