| A lot of Americans have cars nowadays; in fact in a | | | | If leaks are not visible you can search for spots. Leaks |
| household almost everybody in the house has their | | | | are a major no-no when purchasing a vehicle. |
| own cars but there are still more Americans who still | | | | 3. Dents |
| can't afford to buy one. | | | | If dents are small and can easily be fixed then you can |
| This is where government auctions can help. They | | | | give it a thought. Of course you need to remember |
| provide lower priced second hand vehicles that can let | | | | that aside from purchasing that car you will have to |
| you achieve your goal in wanting your own automobile. | | | | have it fixed...is it still that reasonable? |
| One of the most popular government auctions is the | | | | 4. Over used and depleted belts |
| police auctions. These are cars that were previously | | | | You don't want to run into accidents or hear weird |
| impounded or decommissioned cars. | | | | screeches because of overused belt. |
| You can check out the car's history that you are | | | | 5. Windshield and windows |
| eyeing by looking at the vehicle identification number or | | | | Any scratches or non working windows is not a good |
| the VIN. There are lists of available vehicles normally | | | | deal. |
| posted online. | | | | 6. Paint |
| Do remember that you are in an auction so there will | | | | Any damage in your car paint will eventually worsen. |
| be a bidding. You are not the only one who will be | | | | It's difficult and more expensive if you have the paint |
| eyeing for this car. It is important that you know the | | | | repainted. Make sure you get a car that has no |
| right price for used vehicles like the one you want. | | | | scratches or awful paint jobs. |
| Besides, there are certain things you must remember | | | | If you are not very good with cars and car parts it |
| to look at before buying that second hand vehicle. | | | | would be a good idea to bring along with you |
| 1. Tires | | | | someone more knowledgeable like a mechanic or you |
| Tires are expensive if it needs to be replaced. If you | | | | can bring a book a good primer on car parts |
| are not going to replace a worn out tire you are at risk | | | | (remember to read it before you even go to that |
| of a terrible accident. So its either you look for a car | | | | auction). |
| with very good quality tires or you replace the tires if | | | | Getting a good car by good research is your best bet |
| you purchase the vehicle. Sometimes tires can also be | | | | in achieving your goal. Remember to look around first |
| used as a gauge on how used up the vehicle is. | | | | before purchasing. |
| 2. Leaks | | | | |