CARCHEX Vehicle Inspection Resources

Some things like fine wine or rare coins increase in value with time. Cars and trucks usually don’t do this unless you have a rare vintage vehicle. Even though cars usually depreciate with time, there are ways to get the most out of this situation, such as with car inspections. Let’s find out how. Want [...]

Buying a used car can be a stressful experience. Nobody wants to overpay, but you don’t want to miss out on a good deal either. Let’s find out how to negotiate price when buying a used car so you get your money’s worth. Know Who You Are Dealing With If you are buying from a [...]

Auto inspections, also known as motor vehicle inspections, are required in most states. However, what those inspections entail and the interval times between inspections can vary amongst jurisdictions. Such inspections typically include an emissions check with some states requiring safety inspections, in some cases both. Your state’s Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) or similar department [...]

Not all cars are the same.  Sure, you can find thousands of cars on the road just like yours -- same make, model, year, even built in the same plant. However, even though a certain model may have years of technology and an automaker’s reputation backing them, something could still have gone wrong during the [...]

If you are looking to buy a used car, you should consider a pre-purchase auto inspection. This service is especially useful if the car you want to buy is too far away for you to inspect yourself. Even if you can evaluate the car personally, a qualified inspection can detect things easily overlooked. Let’s see [...]

Nobody wants to waste time buying a used car. Maybe you need to upgrade fast since your family is growing or perhaps your job requires a specific type of vehicle. If you need to buy a used car quickly, certain steps – like vehicle inspections – can help facilitate the process. Establish Your Spending Limit [...]

So you think you found a great used car offer from a humble looking guy living in a quiet neighborhood. He tells you that the car belonged to his mother who recently passed away. Then he feeds you a line like, “You seem nice. Mom would have liked a person like you to have her [...]

Most used car advice is common sense. However, CARCHEX offers tips that you probably haven’t thought of. You might end up saving hundreds if not thousands of dollars. Let’s get started. Test Drive With The Windows Down Requesting a test drive is a no-brainer. Remember to roll down the windows while you’re at it. Some [...]

If you are looking to sell your car then you want to get the most for your money, right? Well then don’t do anything to hurt your used car value. Here the top five things that will do the most damage. Number 1: Lack Of Maintenance And Maintenance Records If you neglect your car, then [...]

With the Internet age buying online has become commonplace – but so has online fraud. This doesn’t mean you can’t buy big ticket items, you just have to know how to be safe. Let’s look at how to buy a used car online with as little risk as possible. Look For Red Flags Nobody can [...]