INFORMATION ABOUT CARS(SELLING AND BUYING)

What is Used-Car-Advisor.com?

This web site was founded almost 10 years ago and is operated by Al Hearn, an experienced automotive consumer advisor and expert. The information and advice on this site has been developed and refined as a result of working with real people and their used car buying and selling issues. If after reading the information on this site, you don't find the answers to your used car questions, please send us a note. No car repair or maintenance questions please.
Buying and Selling Used Cars Online

The Internet is a vast marketplace for buying and selling automobiles. The benefits? If you're a buyer, your car choices are immense. If you're a seller, your marketplace of potential buyers is huge. —— Although web sites such as eBay, Autotrader, and Craigslist are very popular, we advise caution when buying and selling long-distance. Scams are very common, which you can find more about in articles on this site.
Cheap Used Cars - How and Where?

Buyers who are looking for cheap second hand cars have their work cut out for them. Though there's no shortage of supply of inexpensive cars, it's difficult and time-consuming to find one that will be dependable and economical to drive. Here's a list of the top 10 sources for cheap cars, including consignment lots, police auctions, repo auctions, and more:
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Choosing the Right Car for You, Your Needs, and Your Finances

Buying a car is not something most of us do every day. Therefore, it is often not easy finding just the right car for our needs, while getting a good reliable car, paying the right price, getting low-rate financing, and not being cheated. We provide you with the information and advice you need.
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Cheapest Way to Get Into an Almost New Car

There is only one way to get into a practically new used-car with the least cost — take over a lease from someone who wants to get out of their car lease because of a change in their financial situation. There's no down payment and you simply take over already-low monthly payments.
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Financing Your Used Car Purchase - How to Get a Loan

How does used-car financing work? Can I refinance my car loan to save money? Where can I get a car loan with bad credit? How much can I borrow? Do I need a down payment? What if I buy from an individual, not a dealer? Can I buy a car if I still owe money on my current car? How does a trade work if I am upside down on my old loan? These are all frequently asked questions that we answer in this web site.
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Common Questions Answered

We have a special section of our site dedicated to answering common questions such as:

* Can I buy a car if I am still making payments?
* Can I get a car loan if I have bad credit?
* Can I trade my car for a cheaper car?
* What car should I buy?
* What if I cannot afford my car?
* How many miles is too much for a car?

How Much Car Can You Afford?

Most people buying used cars know exactly how much they can afford to pay each month, but do not know how to determine how much car that payment will buy. We show you a simple 3-step process using our loan calculator to get the answer.
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Cheap Auto Insurance - Where to Buy

The single largest cost of car ownership, after monthly loan payments, is auto insurance. This is especially true for young drivers and teenagers. Most people are now overpaying for their car insurance, either because they haven't taken advantage of discounts they deserve, or because they don't know that there are companies with lower rates and comparable service.
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Best Used Car Web Sites

There are literally thousands of web sites where you can buy used cars. Which ones are best? What's the difference between them? We explain the review the different sites so that you can select the best site for your used car needs.
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Refinance your Car Loan - Good Idea or Not?

With all the talk about refinancing home loans, it's natural to think that refinancing a car loan might just be a good idea too. But is it true? Can it really reduce monthly payments? What is the catch?
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New Car or Used Car — Which is Better?

It's usually assumed that a used car is always the least expensive option. Not necessarily true. Always compare new car prices before you decide. With the aggressive dealer discounts, manufacturer rebates, and low interest rates now being offered on new cars, it is very possible a new car could be a better deal than the same used car that's a year or two old. To find out, get a few free new-car price quotes online for comparison. We suggest InvoiceDealers, Yahoo! Autos, and Edmunds —— Also check our related web site, Best Car Deals, for new cars with special pricing, rebates, and low-interest loans. —— Leasing a new car could be even more economical. Lease payments on a brand new car can easily be less than loan payments on a 3 year-old used car, and with no down payment. But be sure to read the Lease Guide first.
Calculating Used Car Payments - Online Car Loan Calculator

There are dozens of online auto loan calculators but we found one that beats the others, hands down, and it's free. Play around with the numbers to find out how much you are really paying for your car and if you can afford the payments. Learn if refinancing your car loan will save you any money or lower your monthly payments.
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Your Credit and Your Car - Bad Credit Help

Having good credit is important when buying and financing cars. Before you begin the process, you should know your credit score. A low score can make it difficult or impossible to get a loan. Repossessions should be avoided. We tell you how to handle credit issues and how to get loans if you don't have prime credit.
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Salvage Cars Can be Great Bargains - Project Cars

If you are looking for cheap cars and don't mind a little repair work, or would like a a good project car, you can find repairable salvage cars at online auctions for great prices.
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Cars For Teenagers - Which are Best?

When it comes to buying cars for teenage drivers, it's not always easy to get agreement between the teens and their parents. There are special considerations that need to be factored into the decision process. We suggest some car makes and models that seem to work well for both sides.
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Watch Out for Car Scams - Cheater Buyers and Sellers

You get an offer from someone in Africa or another country who wants to buy the used car you've been advertising for sale. They send you a cashier's check for more than your asking price and tell you they plan to have the car picked up and shipped to them — all sight-unseen. What's wrong with this deal? Or you spot a nice cheap car to buy online - too cheap. What's the catch?
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Used-Car Warranties - Often Overlooked

Warranties are one of those little "details" often overlooked when buying a second hand car. The car you buy may actually already have some remaining manufacturer's warranty. Watch out for "limited" warranties from used-car dealers. Extended warranties are available to protect you, at reasonable costs, but be careful where you buy.
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More Used Car Tips and Advice

We have a collection of articles that can be useful to anyone considering buying or selling used cars. We constantly add to the articles as we discover the changing needs of our visitors, especially in these troubled economic times.
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