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The Best Used Cars to Buy If You Live in a City
Living Living and driving in the city means you’re faced with parking constraints, narrow streets, and the constant stop and go of traffic. With all of that said when you’re ready to purchase a used vehicle these are all things...
The Best Used Cars to Buy For Fuel Economy
Saving money on gas is an important factor to consider when buying a car. The Honda Civic, Toyota Prius, and Ford Fusion all have great fuel economy.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What is a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle?
Certified Pre-Owned or CPO cars are used cars that have been inspected and warrantied by the manufacturer. CPO programs cover car problems or defects.
How to Advertise Your Used Car
It’s It’s exciting to buy a new car (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-purchase-a-brand-new-car), but when you have a vehicle that you need to get rid of before you can complete your purchase, it makes it more stressful and complicated. You could: Gift the car...
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Buying a New or a Used Vehicle?
Car shoppers have to decide between a new and used vehicle. New cars are in better shape but are more expensive, while used cars can save money.
How to Conduct a Pre-Purchase Inspection on a Used Car
It can be hard to know if buying a used car is a good deal. Inspect the body, tires, engine, and suspension to check if a used car is in good shape.
What is a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle?
Certified Pre-Owned or CPO cars are used cars that have been inspected and warrantied by the manufacturer. CPO programs cover car problems or defects.

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Which Car ?
The answer is not easy figure out when dealing with used cars because you may be getting a great car or someone's lemon. Your best bet is to first find a car within your price range, in different makes and...
Car won't start sometimes
The vehicle and engine would decide on the actual cost to repair the problems. The no start may be more than a battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-replacement) or starter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/starter-replacement). I recommend having a pre-purchase inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/pre-purchase-car-inspection) done on the car to ensure...
Car getting low gas mileage
Yes, 16 mpg is very low (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/5-essential-things-to-know-about-fuel-economy) for a Kia Rondo, especially with the amount of highway driving you do daily. Start with basics like the air filter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/air-filter-replacement) and tire pressure (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-do-i-check-my-tire-pressure), which are two big items that will...
I purchased a Used Car from Carmax. I was told on Monday that they could not get the title and had to turn in the car to the aucti
Hello, thank you for writing in. This is a legal issue that is above the advice and services (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services) that we can give. You should check with your local courthouse and see if there are any legal advisers you can...
2010 dodge journey overheating but replaced thermostat and antifreeze
Hello, thank you for writing in. There are various reasons the vehicle would overheat, and the thermostat was a good place to start. You are also worried about the radiator, cooling fans, water pump, and engine block. You will want...
2015 Toyota Camry LE w/ 21k miles & accident on rear bumper but no structural damage or 2016 Hyundai Sonata Se, 36k miles??
For the long haul, I would lean toward the Japanese, every time. The Japanese car companies have made it their goal to build cars that would make you want to buy another one when the first is worn out. Hyundai...
I'm buying my first car and I have a choice of a 2001 Chevy Malibu no issues clean title with 150k miles for $1450 or I Have a 200
The two cars you are referring to are so mechanically similar that there is no meaningful distinction, going forward, as to cost of repair or expected remaining service life. Rather, the costs you may experience will depend on the as...
I bought an 2004 Audi A6 Quattro Sedan mode l3.0 v6 4 door for $1,000. The owner said he think it's the transmission and battery.
If gasoline was left in the fuel tank for more than 3-6 months, the tank would have to be thoroughly drained. Old gas will NOT start an engine. The fuel filter should be replaced as well. If the car has...
Suggestions to buy an used car.
If it's economy of service you want, you can't beat the Japanese. The Mazda is a very reliable car and will usually cost less to service than the VW. Most of the time, the Mazda will go over a hundred...
I live in Dubai. I would like to know if a 2009 Mazda CX-9 is easier to maintain compared to a 2009 Ford Explorer.
Hi there: This is a very good question. The best way to determine which one is easier to maintain, you might want to research car reviews on Edmunds.com (http://www.edumunds.com) for consumer reports on the Mazda and Ford you're looking at...
I was thinking about buying a 2000 land rover discovery and read a few reviews. Maintenance and gas mileage were the to biggies.
If it's reliability and low maintenance you want, you'd better look past the Land Rover. It's a shame, because they are really cool cars, but they are very expensive to maintain and are prone to failures. As much as I...
Car jerks when shifting
This is not a normal thing to expect. Ford does have a TSB out for a faulty pressure control solenoid depending on the production date of your vehicle. This can cause harsh shifting and delayed shifting into reverse to occur...
A/C blows warm air
Hello. It sounds like you may have a weak compressor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-ac-compressor). The compressor is a pump for the A/C system and when it gets weak, it does not pump as well as it should. When this happens the air won’t...
Hyundai sonata 2007 or honda accord 2005 both v6
In evaluating the wisdom of buying a particular model of car (used or new), consult the database of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA (http://www.safercar.gov). The NHTSA database contains model year specific consumer complaints, official recalls and factory service...
Buying used BMW 2009
Nothing adverse appears on the Carfax report. There don't appear to be any outstanding recalls. Inasmuch as used car repair, maintenance, and restoration costs are highly dependent on the actual, as found, condition of the vehicle, the only way to...
How much will a 2005 Volvo XC90 will run ?
At present, this vehicle typically costs around $3,000 to $5,000 range depending on sub-model, options, mileage, and condition. Inasmuch as used car repair, maintenance, and restoration costs are highly dependent on the actual, as found, condition of the vehicle, the...
I'm Looking at a BMW 328i (2007) to buy.
Most cars are pretty trouble free for about 100K. After that, things start to happen. Aside from the regular maintenance, you will see the occasional check engine light and find out you need to replace things like Oxygen sensors, or...
Is buying this car for $6200 a good buy?
The mileage is not excessive. If the engine was maintained as required, and the car was not abused, you could get another 100,000 miles out of it if you take care of it. The price is in an acceptable range...
estimate on axle replacement
The rubber boots covering CV axle outer joints can tear and the grease can then leak out and eventually the joint wears excessively and fails. If the tear in the boot is detected early enough the joint can be saved;...
Considering purchasing, however, I am leery of possible high maintenance costs associated with this vehicle. Dependable? High maintenance?
Going from a BMW 135i to a 2014 Porsche Cayenne will obviously cost more in maintenance (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-much-do-maintenance-costs-increase-by-mileage-by-maddy-martin) through the years. From special procedures during repairs, more expensive parts and higher labor costs, you can only expect the upkeep costs to...

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