There’s more to finding a great deal on a used car than looking at the sale price. Beyond how much you’ll have to pay to drive the car home, you need to think about the long-term prospects of how much that particular pre-owned car will cost you. Sure, that used car may seem like a steal at the moment, but it also can be a ticking time bomb that could blow up in your face — leaving you with hefty repair bills. Ultimately, putting you in a really bad position.
Although buying a car — used or new — is a bit of a risk under even the best circumstances, buying a used car means you should be extra-careful. You may not be able to make your used car purchase a 100 percent success. Though you can take a lot of the risk out of buying a used car if you know the warning signs of which you should be aware. By taking a few moments to look for some of the most common warning signs of maintenance issues, you can save yourself the nightmare of buying a lemon and be much more confident in your used car purchase.