1 The best used vehicle is the cheapest.
When you compare two cars that look exactly alike, the cheapest vehicle is not always the one that gives you your money's worth. Many factors influence the value of a used vehicle. Mileage, general condition and mechanical condition are important factors that determine the value of a vehicle. Remember that a vehicle's value is determined not only by price but quality as well!

4 If my vehicle is under warranty, I will be worry-free.
All warranties are not the same. Warranties can include restrictions, some more strict than others and only cover one part of the vehicle. More importantly, a warranty is only valid if the vehicle is in perfect condition. A warranty does not cover the reconditioning of parts that were defective at the time of the purchase. In order for a repair to be covered under your warranty, you must insist on a rigorous inspection and the reconditioning of defective parts, just as your car dealer does. This demonstrates the importance of an inspection!

2 My car is inspected.
I'm sure not to have any mechanical problems in the near future. Inspections are not all alike. For example, a simple security inspection means nothing more than the brakes worked fine at the time of inspection. That's it. You can purchase a vehicle that passed the security inspection and the next very day, no more brakes! A security inspection does not mean that your vehicle is safe. The best inspection still remains the one given by a dealer. It is done by mechanics trained by the manufacturer and guarantees the condition of the main components.

5 My vehicle comes directly from an aunction.
It is inevitably cheaper. Vehicles solda t car dealers come directly from manufacturers. And contrary to some publicity falsely used by so-called wholesalers and auctions, only dealers can buy directly from manufacturers. In fact, dealers have the privilege of choosing the best used vehicles during private sales where they are the only buyers invited. In other words, dealers offer you the best used vehicles on the market, without charging you for the auction related fees, such as transport. To find out more about the selection process at auctions, consult the Best Used Vehicles Available section.

3 The salesperson tells me that I don't need to take a road test on my vehicle.
Buying a vehicle without taking a road test is like signing a blank cheque. More than the appearance, the mechanical condition is essential in determining the value of a used vehicle. Always insist on a road test. Also, demand to see the inspection report as well as the specifications of the verifications that were done, of the problems that were found and how they were corrected. Keep in mind that in case of doubt, an independent evaluation is a privilege that should never be refused to you.

6 Useful Links
You will find a selection of useful Web links and other judicious tips to help you make the best choice.