Buying a used car can be a good choice when you want a good car but don't want to pay a higher price.
Check the car's exterior for scratches, & dents. Larger dents and scrapes may matter. Check the interior by looking for unusual fabric wear.
Inspect the car's exterior & interior
Taking the car for a test drive can help you figure out how it runs and if it's a good fit for you.
Go for a test drive
Used cars with low mileage can be appealing, but that doesn't mean they're a great deal. Less wear and tear and longer life can come from low mileage.
Is low mileage on a used car better?
Look under the car for fluid leaks. Black fluid indicates oil leakage, green/yellow/pink indicate antifreeze leakage, & red fluid indicates transmission or power-steering leakage.
Check for leaks
Make sure you check prices from more than one place for the same make, model, and year to make sure you're getting a fair deal.
Determine a fair purchase price
Buying a "Certified Pre-Owned" (CPO) car can be a good idea because it usually gives the buyer more assurance that the car is in good shape.
Consider a certified pre-owned vehicle
Invest some time in research and negotiating to ensure that you end up with a vehicle that you are satisfied with.
Avoid being rushed
A vehicle history report can show you problems with the title, who owned the car in the past, when it was serviced, and if it was in an accident before.