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Get the Facts!
Used Car or new?
Vehicle
Safety.
Choose
the method you want to use to buy the car:
Reliability.
Fuel
Economy.
Considering
environmental impact
Depreciation
Make
or model
Cost
of insurance
Automatic
or manual transmission
Considering
a car with Diesel engine
Four-cylinder
or six?
Do I
need the ABS?
Is it
worth to buy a car that is in need of some repairs?
What
type of car should I buy?
Choose
the type of vehicle

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By purchasing a used car, you
can save a lot of money. A new car depreciates quickly in the
first few years and after 3 years, it is worth only about 60-70%
of the original price. In fact, as soon as you leave the car
dealership, your new vehicle is suddenly worth less. It’s true
in general, a new car requires less maintenance in first few
years and most of the problems occurred within the original
warranty coverage period will be covered by the car manufacturer.
Yet, buying a new car does not always mean the buyer will get
perfection. A new car may come with problems associated with
poor design or manufacturing defects that may have been already
repaired during the warranty coverage period if it's a used
car. The same is true for all kinds of recalls and service campaigns.
Buying a used car is still a bit of a gamble - there is no guarantee
that the car is accident-free and was properly maintained. However,
used cars are more reliable these days and there are number
of ways to reduce the risks associated with used car buying.
For example, you can check the used car history records and
have a used car properly inspected by a knowledgeable person
prior purchase. If the car qualifies, you can buy an extended
warranty to protect yourself from unexpected repair costs.
Renting a car though our Rent
to Own program allows your to sign a rental agreement for a
rental term that suits your needs. At the end of the rental
period the car can either be returned to the rental company
or arraignments can be made for you to take ownership of the
car. With our rent to own program you can choose whether you
want to drive a new vehicle or keep your monthly expenses down
by rather renting a used car. In both cases you can rest
assure that our rent to own vehicles well maintained for extra
peace of mind.
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There is no perfectly safe car,
but certain models can protect you better in case of a crash.
Some vehicles offer features that may help you to avoid an accident
in the first place. Ask your dealer for safety features
on the vehicle you wish to rent.
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Choose the method you
want to use to buy the car:
No
longer do you have to simply accept what a dealer offers or
be forced to spend days or weeks running from one dealership
to another comparing prices and deals (and frequently getting
frustrated in the process.) The Internet has definitely started
to revolutionize the car business--opening
new options
for the consumer.
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Reliability is one of the most
important factors to consider if you decided to go for a used
car. Not all cars are the same. Some models are proven to be
very reliable, others are known for constant problems. Since
it is a used car, the original warranty coverage is probably
over and you want the model that is more reliable.
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With unpredictable fuel prices,
choosing the more fuel-efficient vehicle will help you to save
money at the pump. Fuel-efficient cars pollute less, which is
good for the environment. By choosing a more economical vehicle
you are helping to fight global warming.
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All cars with an internal
combustion engine produce some amount of emissions as by-products
of burring fuel in the engine or from evaporation of the fuel
itself. Modern cars produce a lot less pollution than those
from 60s or 70s, but considering how many more cars are on the
road today, they are still one of the significant sources of
air pollution.
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Some cars hold value well, while
others depreciate very quickly. If you want to keep your car
only for a few years and then trade it in, consider a model
that will not drop in value too quickly over your ownership
period.
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I'm often asked what make or
model I'd recommend? I don't think there is a certain make or
model that is just perfect for everyone. It really depends on
what exactly you expecting from your next vehicle and how much
money you want to spend
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The cost of insurance varies
a lot depending on the make, year, model and even the colour
of the car, as well as driver's experience and many other factors.
I definitely recommended getting insurance quotes before buying
a car.
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It is much easier to drive a
car with an automatic transmission. An automatic transmission
offers more convenience, but it involves a more complicated
device and breaks more often. The repair of an automatic transmission
tends to be quite expensive. When you buy a used car, the automatic
transmission is one of the important parts to check
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Cars with a diesel engine consume
almost half as much fuel as the same car with a gasoline engine.
However, there is a price to pay: Diesel engines are a bit noisier
and there always will be that not very pleasant smell from the
exhaust. Some Diesel engine vehicles require only synthetic
oil which means higher maintenance cost.
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Four-cylinder engines usually
provide better fuel economy, but V6 and V8 engines generally
have more power and little more durability. The V6 (or V8) engine
will be a good choice if you want to use your car for towing
a trailer. For normal city driving, a four-cylinder engine will
do the job just fine
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The four-wheel ABS or Anti-lock
Braking System is designed to help the driver maintain steering
control during hard braking, especially in slippery conditions.
How it works:
Imagine, you are driving a car without ABS on a slippery road
(e.g. after a rain or snow). Suddenly, you notice something
on the road right in front of you. You hit the brakes, and try
to turn aside, but the steering doesn't work; the car just skids
out of control. Why, because all the wheels are locked up while
you're holding down the brake pedal. As a result, you lose the
ability to steer the vehicle.
Braking on the snow without ABS
The four-wheel ABS can help in situations like this. It prevents
the wheels from locking up, helping you maintain steering control
during braking. In a similar situation, driving a car equipped
with four-wheel ABS, it would be easier for you to steer your
vehicle while braking.
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I wouldn't advice to buy such
a car even if the price seems to be very cheap and here is why:
Usually used car like this needs a lot more repairs than it
may seem at the first look.
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Choose the
type of vehicle:
Match your
needs
first, then your wants.
It sounds elementary, but many car buyers do it the other way
around and end up with a vehicle that they like on the one hand
(it is what they wanted) and hate on the other hand (it doesn't
fit their needs). Make a list of features that you absolutely
must have (needs), and then make a list of features that you
would like to have if they fit into your budget (wants). You
need to do this long before you ever set foot in a car dealership
showroom. Trying to decide which features are important to you
while in the dealership (with a salesperson and the new car
smell urging you along) will only cost you money and cause you
grief.
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