Random Car Buying Tip - Buying Cheap Used Cars

Just a heads up for those of you that have $2,000 to $3,000 cash to buy a car with, a car dealership is probably not your best option. You see a car dealer has a certain level of responsiblity they take on when they sell a vehicle and they don't want to get caught up selling a $2,000 which is probably old with higher miles for a $200 profit let's say.

You will also need to pay sales tax and any dealer fees that apply. In Arizona, where I live, a private party purchase for a vehicle is exempt from taxes, which is always nice, and you avoid all dealer fees, which applies to any private party transaction (obviously).

If you're looking for an inexpensive vehicle I'd definitely not waste your time looking at car dealerships, until you've exhausted your search in your local paper, or one of the online sources available. You'll probably find you'll get more vehicle, in better condition, with less miles, for the same money.

I know of a great site to sell your vehicle private party, so I'll go way out on a limb here and assume they are a great place to buy a used vehicle Here.

In the mean time...

Take care and beware,
J the Car Guy