Top 5 Questions to Ask When Buying a Used Car

Buying a used truck, or SUV for your family in Lake Havasu City is both exciting and a bit stressful. You want to get a good deal but also don’t want to buy a car that could break down in a year. Read our guide to the top five questions to ask for a used car from Anderson Auto Group. We’re happy to help make your car-buying experience as effortless as possible.

Why Hasn’t the Car Sold Yet?

You’ve done your online research for a month. You notice that a particular car, even though it’s in seemingly good condition, is still listed in the inventory. One of the first questions to ask for a used car on our lot could be why it hasn’t sold yet. There might be a serious issue with the vehicle. But the more likely reason is that it’s been in a minor accident in Bullhead City or it’s not as popular as some of the other selections.

Why Was the Car Traded?

Perhaps you love our certified pre-owned inventory. You see an outstanding vehicle with low miles and a few years old. Another good thing to ask about a used car is why it was traded in. It could be that the owner wanted something newer. Perhaps the driver’s circumstances changed. We’ll do our best to give you an answer.

Did the Owner Purchase and Trade in the Car at the Same Dealership?

What to ask about a used car can go beyond the condition of the vehicle. Note if the vehicle was purchased and traded in at the same dealership. This is a good thing. Vehicles purchased and traded at the same dealership show that the owners trust the dealer. It could also indicate that the service records for the vehicle are at the dealership you’re about to purchase a used vehicle from.

Can I Get a Vehicle History Report?

One of the most popular questions to ask for a used car is about a vehicle history report. We have CARFAX vehicle history reports, which are the best in the automotive business. Every used vehicle we sell comes with a free report for you to peruse. It will show the number of owners, any reported accidents, any reported service history, and any gaps in the service report. You’ll also see how many miles per year the car was driven.

Is the Title Clean?

This is what you want to buy from a respected dealership like ours near Kingman. All of the vehicles we sell have a clean title, meaning they aren’t rebuilt, lemons, or vehicles that were once totaled. Everything we sell has been inspected before we put them up for sale. We will show you the title before you purchase the vehicle, and the CARFAX history report will also tell you what kind of title the vehicle has.

Contact Us With Questions at Anderson Auto Group

Do you know what to ask about a used car when you’re taking a test drive? Reach out to us or call to schedule a time to get behind the wheel or to ask more questions. We’re happy to help. Make sure to browse our used vehicle specials to see what sweet deals we have in Lake Havasu City.