For used car buyers, making a new purchase can be a tricky affair – but even when the deal appears to be done, there are some things to consider before driving home with your vehicle.

According to U.S. News & World Report, before paying any money a used car buyer should ask for the vehicle’s title. The magazine also encourages people to pay with either cash or check whenever possible.

It should go without saying, but you need insurance before you can drive your car off the lot. Because of this, it’s a good idea to have all the insurance needs situated before you even go to buy the car.

The news provider suggests double-checking the insurance policy and confirming the registration of the car before you take the keys.

Studies show an increasing amount of Americans are choosing used cars over new vehicles as the economy continues to sag. According to a survey earlier this month from Cars.com, 32 percent of people who would have normally purchased a new car during a better economic situation chose a used car in February.

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Some people think that once they’ve done their homework on a used car and taken it for a test drive all the hard work is over and they just sign the paperwork put in front of them. But experts say this is the time that a used car buyer needs to take their hunt to the next level.

According to US News & World Report, once you’ve discovered the car you want to buy, it’s important to go back to the internet and do some research by using the car’s VIN numbers to get a detailed history of the vehicle.

If problems are flagged up, the news provider suggests going to a mechanic and talking about the issues. Depending on how bad they are, you might want to discuss a reduction in price for the vehicle.

Although you may really want the car, the magazine says to not get emotionally involved as it might impair your judgment. It also says you should be prepared to walk away from the deal if you’re not comfortable with the negotiations.

A hybrid car might be a good choice for used car buyers as the prices have dropped due to the decrease in gas prices over recent months.

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People usually look for used cars to help save some money, but in the case of one used car, the owner is expecting to get more than $1 million.

As the idea of purchasing things online becomes more mainstream, more people are buying used cars through online auto auctions. But while it may be a good place to find a used car, it seems unlikely many people will be able to afford the SSC Ultimate Aero which holds the title from Guinness World Records as the World’s Fastest Production Car currently on sale on eBay.

The bid for the car is currently at $640,100, well below the expected going rate of $1 million by auctioneer TwentyFirstCenturyAuctions which is auctioning off a number of classic cars including two 1966 Chevy Corvettes and a 1966 Dodge Charger Hemi.

But the SSC Ultimate Aero, which can reach speeds of 257 miles per hour, is the big seller on the site at the moment. If the top speed and 0-60 in under three seconds weren’t enough, the car also comes with air conditioning, a DVD player and a framed certificate from Guinness commemorating its record braking speed.

For those interested, 20 percent of the price is due within 72 hours, with the remainder due a week later.

With so much information available on the internet today, many used car buyers are able to get almost all the knowledge they need on a car purchase. But there is still one important part of the car buying experience that has to be done in person – the test drive.

The test drive is one of the most important steps in buying a used car. No matter how good the car looks on the outside, if it drives poorly or has horrible noise coming from the engine, it’s probably not going to make a good purchase.

According to U.S. News & World Report, before stepping into the used car to go for a spin, buyers should take a look around the car to look for any signs of damage or other problems.

Once in the car, the magazine suggests driving in a normal fashion, but advises to be conscious of any noises that might be a sign of trouble. It also says to look for factors that might come into play later like passenger space, visibility and the checking to make sure the controls work.

Having a third party mechanic look at the vehicle is also a suggestion made by many experts before buying a used car. If the owner or dealer won’t allow you to drive the car or have it inspected it might be the sign of underlying problems with the vehicle.

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