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Demand a safety report and vehicle history report from the dealer.
Any good car dealer will have these items available for any vehicle on the lot.

Get recommendations from family and friends with regard to their vehicles.
Are they pleased with their own vehicles? Do they have regrets about the decisions they made? Do they know of a car that's really good?

Consider selling your car privately, rather than trading it in for the new car you want.
You will almost always get more for your car through a private sale than you would through a trade in.

Be prepared to make concessions when negotiating for a car.
The vehicles available in your price range might not have all the options you are looking for, or you might not be able to find what you are looking for.

Do not allow yourself to buy the first car that you see, even if it seems like it would be perfect for you.

Research is key to a used car purchase. You can even learn online about a car's value.
NADA and Kelly Blue Book are useful in finding out the value of your car.

If you feel like the salesperson if pressuring or intimidating you, leave.
Do not feel embarrassed about leaving. If you must resort to it, lie to them. Leave the dealership immediately! There are much better options for you to consider.

Now that you are informed, you won't need luck to get the right car.
Remember these tips, keep calm, and find the car that you have always dreamed about. Your friends will not believe the price you paid. You will love the car you are driving.

Many people who have bad credit end up at a buy-here pay-here dealership.
Be very careful of these types of dealers.

Research trade-in prices before turning over your older vehicle.
If you are planning on trading in your current vehicle to go towards the purchase price of your new one, be armed with the proper value ahead of time.

Those of you who are in the market for a certified pre-owned vehicle would be wise to check the cars certification checklist.

Get input and feedback from family members and friends.
Are they happy with their vehicle? Do they feel they paid a fair price? Are they hearing great things about different cars?

Before buying a used car from a dealership, ask to have it looked over by a third-party mechanic.
If a dealer will not let you bring your own mechanic, go somewhere else.