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5 Used-Car Red Flags

Came accross this article on Yahoo. Overall the advice is excellent.
“One of the most important aspects of a used car is its maintenance history. You want to make sure you’re buying a vehicle that has had routine oil changes and major mileage services. Always ask the seller, even if it’s a car dealership, for all [...]

Auto Repair: Symptoms Of A Transmission Problem

Here is some great info on how YOU can determine if your transmission is having issues. Check it out:

CARFAX Vehicle History Reports – Used car buyer beware -

Here is a video from Carfax on the pitfalls of buying a used car. Interesting to note, that even Carfax recommends a pre purchase used car inspection by a professional like Auto Analyst  before buying.

Auto Repair: Hose Inspection And Replacement

Here is a good tutorial I found on YouTube from AutoRepairHelp101 on how to inspect your hoses for wear, and how to replace them:

Car Maintenance tip: When to replace your belts.

Here is an excellent primer on how to know when your belts a re in need of replacement. Its a simple inspection anyone can perform, and can save you a lot of trouble on the road.

Carfax Reports can be helpful, but they are no substitute for a comprehensive Pre Purchase inspection.

 
 
While a Carfax Report may tell you if the car you are looking at has been in an accident of some kind, only Auto Analyst can tell you just how bad an accident it really was. Was there structural damage? Was the repair work up to par? Is the car still worth considering? In addition, [...]

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Auto Analyst has been providing Washington DC area car buyers with peace of mind since 1990. We are the acknowledged experts in how to examine, inspect, and appraise all kinds of vehicles for all kinds of purposes - Pre Purchase, Insurance Claims, Classic Cars, etc. The Auto Analyst Blog is an attempt to pass on some of our expertise on how to choose the right car, buy it for the right price, and not get stuck with a lemon.