Here are a few Vehicle buying tips :-

New vehicles -

Mostly for brnad new vehicles you buy, you go to a delaer,
Here only thing you should check is the discounts and rebates you get from the dealer and after the service.

Used Vehicles;

This needs a thorough research - whether you buy from a dealer / private party

Here are few things you should follow;

- IF buying from a private party

1. First get the important Vehicle information
- Mileage, featuers of the vehicle and model info.
- Service history and reacords
- VIN ( vehicle identification number)

2. Do get this reports on your own

- one from CARFAX

- http://wsf.carfax.com/cfm/general_check.cfm?partner=OST_0

and look for - history of the vehicle for accidents,
- types of usage, ( commercial / perrsonal
- number of owners/regiatrations etc.
- odometer correctness
- Major servicings / repairs - most important
and with mileage and age of the vehicle - do a math for consistency of usage over
a period say per month or per annum. this will give an idea how well the vehicle
was maintained /used.

- GET current market value / Blue book values
based on the year, make, model, mileage and available features

- http://www.usedcarsontario.com/bluebook.php

3. After you are satisfied there is nothing flawed in the above reports and are at reasonably accepted limits. then

4. Get a dealer's / mechanic's inspection done
( if you are buying from a private party this is most recommended)

> If buying from a dealer then NOT required. as the dealer is supposed to do it
and sell you (as in most cases and I guess as per safety laws)

Even when you buy from a dealer, the "blue book value check" and "CarFax" reports are required. and that helps you in bargaining the price with the dealer.

these few things will help you get a good vehicle for reasonable price.

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Additional things to look for.
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Warranty
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- Is there factory Warranty remaining.
- Is there dealer warranty.
- Year Make
- Mileage.
- Accidents
- Dents.
- Rust.
- Repair Work.
- Engine Health.
- Tire Health.
- Wheel Balancing.
- Quality of Suspension.
- Remaining life in Timing Belt.
- Transmission Quality (No sound while engaging).
- No Downtown Car & No Rental Agency Car.
- Mandotory Vehicle History Report.
- Mandatory Safety Report.
- Mandatory Emission test Report.


Drive
------
- Automatic Transmission.

Heating
-------
- Air Conditioning
- Rear a/c & heat
- Heated Seat
- Heated Mirrors.

Music
-----
- AM-FM Stereo
- Compact Disc

Power Options
-------------
- Power Windows
- Power Locks
- Power Seats.
- Power Mirrors

Seat Option
------------
- Bucket Seats
- Captains Chairs

Safety & Security
-----------------
- Drivers Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag
- Anti-Lock Brakes
- Anti-Theft
- Keyless Entry

General
-------
- Cruise Control
- Tilt Wheel
- Alloy Wheels
- Tinted Windows
- Roof Rack
- Power/Manual Sliding Door.

Hope this helps.

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The cowards never started,
The weak died on the way,
Only the strong arrived.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yK1i9cLAMM

I think the best time to buy a a new car is in the month of September, when the dealers try to get rid of their old inventory and in the process gives a lot of discount........

By the way, how is Huyndai Ascent.............? Is it a good and reliable car?

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Orginally posted by naudurivsm

Here are a few Vehicle buying tips :-

New vehicles -

Mostly for brnad new vehicles you buy, you go to a delaer,
Here only thing you should check is the discounts and rebates you get from the dealer and after the service.

Used Vehicles;

This needs a thorough research - whether you buy from a dealer / private party

Here are few things you should follow;

- IF buying from a private party

1. First get the important Vehicle information
- Mileage, featuers of the vehicle and model info.
- Service history and reacords
- VIN ( vehicle identification number)

2. Do get this reports on your own

- one from CARFAX

- http://wsf.carfax.com/cfm/general_check.cfm?partner=OST_0

and look for - history of the vehicle for accidents,
- types of usage, ( commercial / perrsonal
- number of owners/regiatrations etc.
- odometer correctness
- Major servicings / repairs - most important
and with mileage and age of the vehicle - do a math for consistency of usage over
a period say per month or per annum. this will give an idea how well the vehicle
was maintained /used.

- GET current market value / Blue book values
based on the year, make, model, mileage and available features

- http://www.usedcarsontario.com/bluebook.php

3. After you are satisfied there is nothing flawed in the above reports and are at reasonably accepted limits. then

4. Get a dealer's / mechanic's inspection done
( if you are buying from a private party this is most recommended)

> If buying from a dealer then NOT required. as the dealer is supposed to do it
and sell you (as in most cases and I guess as per safety laws)

Even when you buy from a dealer, the "blue book value check" and "CarFax" reports are required. and that helps you in bargaining the price with the dealer.

these few things will help you get a good vehicle for reasonable price.

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One more aspect is to check the vehicle safety ratings from the CRASH TEST results ( mostly carried out by Insurance companies) to rate vehicles.

you can find more info and crash test results here.

http://www.canadiandriver.com/tools/

This will help in judging a vehicle with regard to safety ratings. Most New Car buyers DO consider this as important, particularly if a person in and around Wintery Belt (snow prone jones etc.)

avoiding car dealer scams

http://www.carbuyingtips.com/scams.htm?x=0tekxgl_eoyyqkz_ttky3&y=0x14

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Ministry of Transporation WebSite for Buying / Selling Cars.
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http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/vehicle/used.htm
mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/vehicle/used.htm

General
--------
- Year Make
- Mileage.


Reports & Docs
------------------
- VIN Number, VIN in the Car body should match the Reports/Registration.
- Report from CARFAX
- GET current market value / Blue book values (based on year, make, model, mileage, features).
- Ontario's Mandatory UVIP Report (Used Vehicle Information Report), $20 should be paid by the Seller.
- Govt. Mandotory Vehicle History Report .
- Govt. Mandatory Safety Report.
- Govt. Mandatory Emission test Report.
- Is there factory Warranty remaining.
- Is there dealer warranty.

Body Condition:
-------------------
- Accidents
- Dents.
- Rust.
- Major / Servicing Repair Work history.
- Ripples in the body means more body work done.


Engine Condition
----------------------
- Service history and reacords.
- number of owners/regiatrations etc.
- Engine Health.
- Remaining life in Timing Belt.
- Transmission Quality (No sound while engaging).
- Blue smoke coming from the tail pipe can mean costly engine repairs are necessary.
- Get a dealer's / mechanic's inspection done (Recommended for Private party sale).
- No Downtown Car & No Commercial Car.

Test Drive
------------
- Take a test drive and Drive at different Speed.
- Feel the Steering wheel, Brake, Shock absorbers and alignment.
- Take the Vehicle to the Diagnostic Center / Mechanic.

Brakes, Tyres & Suspension
--------------------------
- Tire Health.
- Wheel Balancing.
- Quality of Suspension.
- Brake quality, any noise while applying, Brake pad life, Pedal.


Transmission
----------------
- Automatic Transmission.

Heating
-------
- Air Conditioning
- Rear a/c & heat
- Heated Seat
- Heated Mirrors.

Music
-----
- AM-FM Stereo
- Compact Disc

Power Options
-------------
- Power Windows
- Power Locks
- Power Seats.
- Power Mirrors

Seat Option
------------
- Bucket Seats
- Captains Chairs

Safety & Security
-----------------
- Vehicles Crash test & Safety Rating
- Drivers Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag
- Anti-Lock Brakes
- Anti-Theft
- Keyless Entry

General
-------
- Cruise Control
- Tilt Wheel
- Alloy Wheels
- Tinted Windows
- Roof Rack
- Power/Manual Sliding Door.

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The cowards never started,
The weak died on the way,
Only the strong arrived.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yK1i9cLAMM