Buying A Used Car? Some Things To Keep In Mind

Car shopping, in some locations of the United States, is a time honored tradition, in that parents get together with their kids and go to find a car that not only runs, but one that they can afford. For some, car shopping is an event that you do alone, going from car lot to car lot trying to find something that will work for you. But, regardless if you come from Tampa Florida or somewhere in the Mid West, trying to decide whether to buy a new car, or a used car can be difficult.

If this is your first time buying a car, you can get some really good discounts buying a new car, but they tend to be much more expensive than a used car. On the other hand, if you don't have a lot of money, then getting a used car might be the way to go, but you have to make sure that you get a good warranty, and make sure that the car you are buying is really worth the money. Even if you decide that getting a used car is the way to go, you still have to make some hard choices.

If you don't mind not having a new car, then getting a used car might work for you. They tend to be much less expensive than their new counterparts, and you can get all of the amenities like radio, and air conditioning at a much lower price. Plus, there are many used cars that are still dependable, and highly reliable. But before buying your next used car, here are a few things to keep in mind:

• Ask if the used car comes with a warranty, or is it being sold "as is"
• Check to see if buying a used car will give you a discount on your insurance.
• Do some research to see if the used car that you are planning to purchase will still be under the manufacturer's warranty.
• Find out how reputable the used car sales location is, and if there are any pending lawsuits against them.
• Rental car places tend to sell their cars after they have been there for two years. And often they come with really good warranty coverage.
• If you are able to get financing, then you may be able to find a car closer to what you really want.
• Use an official car buyer's guide to make sure that what you are paying for the used car is as close to what its actually worth as possible.

These are some key things to keep in mind when buying a used car. You can also check out http://www.parkautomall.com to see if they have a car that works for you, or scour the internet for used car videos. In the meantime, here's a funny used car salesman video that is sure to get your attention.