Things To Check When Buying — A Used Car From Dealer

: Request a free CARFAX or AutoCheck report from the dealer. Confirm the VIN on the car matches the report to check for past accidents, title issues (like salvage or flood), and odometer discrepancies.

: Ensure the dealer has the original title on hand and that it is "clean" (free of liens and not branded as rebuilt or salvage). things to check when buying a used car from dealer

Conduct a thorough walk-around and pop the hood to check for common red flags: How to Inspect a Used Car to Avoid Costly Repairs : Request a free CARFAX or AutoCheck report from the dealer

: Use the VIN on SaferCar.gov to check for open recalls that haven't been repaired yet. Physical & Mechanical Checklist title issues (like salvage or flood)