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The first thing you must do when you buy a automobile is to choose a cost that is suitable. Preset a spending limit based on your ability to spend money. Secondly... have the kind of vehicle in mind that you need to buy. Is it a two door, four door, two seater, convertible, pick up truck, full size or short box, etc..

Now you can start looking. Swap sheets are lovely but sometimes you can discover a lovely deal sitting in front of someone's house. For example I found a 1987 Olds Cutlass Supreme; it was in someone's driveway with no plates. There was no on the market sign on it, I knocked on the door and began my conversation with the owner. The next thing I do know, I am the proud owner of that Cutlass (no dents, rust, scratches or large amounts of wear) for around 700 dollars.
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The trick is to make the current owner think they or they is making a great deal for themselves, and with the economy like it is, any kind of money for something that elderly is a great deal on their behalf. But there's still newer cars that are great on gas that most would love to own. Bring up questions of safety such as the size of the automobile, how well would it do in a crash, how expensive is it to have the vehicle serviced when necessary, how much are new tires, and the like.

Another less unethical way of obtaining an affordable vehicle is to offer a trade. Up north, most take ATV's and snowmobiles as viable trades. Sometimes even another vehicle if the condition is what they are looking for. It is all about topography and learning where you are and what people like wherever that is.

Keep a close eye out for destroy such as a rotting frame or sub frame as these issues will deter any reputable registered inspection shop from inspecting your vehicle. It is necessary in most states in order to register and insure the vehicle. So be cautious and on your toes, purchasing a automobile - even from a single owner - can be a headache but it can be done.

Bond Mejeh produces automotive related articles for Fast Money Auto, a money for cars service. Fast Money Auto not only buys pre-owned vehicles of any year, make or model, but they also provide numerous articles about vehicle repair and automotive news.

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