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How to Research Used Vehicle Histories

Look to the past of a used vehicle to avoid unexpected surprises in the future. We show you how to check the official title to secure a "clean" vehicle, and find countless resources to capture maintenance records and service history before you make the purchase.

Understanding a CARFAX Report
A vehicle history report from CARFAX can be an excellent source of information about a used car. We show you what type of information is on the typical report, and where to find it.

CARCHEX - Vehicle Inspection Service
For a low fee, CARCHEX will perform a 155-point pre-purchase inspection almost anywhere in the United States.

CarFax - The complete vehicle history report
Utilizing the 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN), CarFax researches more than four billion records to provide an accurate vehicle history.

AutoCheck - Vehicle History Reports
AutoCheck supplies vehicle history reports including title checks, odometer checks, and problem checks. They also verify vehicle information about past use.

Car Detective - The Used Car Information Resource on the Web
Car Detective offers the AutoCheck Vehicle History Report. Their instant detailed VIN investigation may save consumers thousands of dollars by helping them to avoiding problem vehicles.

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