Buying a Car: How to Choose a New or Used Car

When buying a car it is important that you have decided whether you want a new or used car. May people will not consider a car that somebody else has used, while others will never purchase a new car because of the uncertainty over its performance. Let's look now at the benefits of new or used cars relative to your needs and your pocket.

Used Cars are Cheaper

Obviously used cars are cheaper, but that is not why some people buy them. By 'used' here we are not referring to old bangers that have done 100,000+ miles and are virtually falling apart, but almost new vehicles that have perhaps been used only for demos with just a few hundred miles on the clock.

Others won't buy a car without it having done at least 1000 miles. All of this originates from the days when a car had to be 'run in' for the first 1000 miles or so to let the engine parts bed in properly. A failure to do so could reduce engine life. This was once the owner's responsibility and many were wary of purchasing used cars at or around that mileage in case it had not been properly run in.

5 Benefits Of Car Covers - How Can They Protect Your Investment?

Why Buy A Custom-Fit Car Cover? To help protect your investment and keep your vehicle looking show-room new. Keeping your vehicle covered with a car cover can:

o Prevent unsightly dents, dings and scratches

o Shield it against finish-destroying man-made and natural hazards

o Act as an excellent theft deterrent

o Put a barrier between your paint and damaging weather

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Dents, Dings and Scratches Reference

There's a certain feeling you experience when you discover that first dent, ding or scratch on your new vehicle. Unfortunately, they're a fact of life and nothing short of covering your vehicle with reactive tank armor will truly prevent them. However, using a car cover adds a layer of protective padding to cushion against runaway shopping carts, absent-minded car doors or other blows.

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Selling Used Cars - How to Sell a Used Car for the Most Money!

When it comes to selling a used car the market is huge. Believe it or not, many people prefer the more economical route of buying a used car. However, selling used cars can be an art.

Below are the steps I have used to maximize the money I get when selling used cars

Clean the car!

Be sure to clean your car. Consult our series on car detailing to make it look its best. Wash and wax the outside of the car. The better the car looks, more valuable it will look. It also is an indicator as to how well you may have treated the car previously.

Don't ignore the interior!

Potential buyers will likely scour every inch of the car inside and out. A dirty interior will surely turn off most buyers. Vacuum the entire car including the carpet, seats, mats and doors. Wash out any stains that may be present. Take a towel with a quality interior cleaner and wipe down all of the hard surfaces inside the car being sure to not leave any streaks behind. Don't ignore any cracks or crevices! Each extra little touch you add will make the car that much better. A better looking car usually sells for more and far more quickly, and time as they say, is money!

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