Step 1: Research
The Buyz123 guide
Read how this guide can assist your decision-making and ensure that you consider all your options before making a purchase.
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What is available on the market?
Research the various types of used cars that are available on the market and what features you need to know about before you buy.
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- Type of car - Sports, family or compact sedan, utilities
- Mechanical condition - including mileage and service history
- Cosmetic condition - Paint quality, signs of rust, tire wear
- Cost - Specify a budget
Is it suited to me?
Ask yourself these key questions to make sure that your used car is the right choice for you.
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- What type of car am I looking for, and why?
- How much life should the car have left?
- How much initial updating will be required?
- How much do I want to spend?
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Step 1: Evaluation
Once you know what's available - it's time to narrow down the options
Look at how well each particular car meets your particular needs and eliminate the ones that don't suit you.
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- Test drive - To narrow down the suitable cars
- Servicing and repair history
- Bring along a friend for their opinion
- How good is the price, and how negotiable is the seller?
My features list
Use this list to get a quick and effective overview of the car and to ensure that it has all the features that are most important to you.
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Comparing used cars to one another
Consider these questions to help you make that final choice.
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- Which used car is the best value for money?
- Which performed best in the test drive?
- Which car suits my needs the best?
- Which do I like the best?
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Step 1: Purchase
I want to buy it - but how?
The different ways you can buy a used car and the pros and cons of each method.
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- Internet, used car dealership, classifieds, newsletters
- Choosing a seller - questions to ask
- Ordering and delivery - guarantees, return policy
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