There is something special about a new car. Like a clean slate after trading in the old model, a new car can put a fresh outlook on everyday tasks. Driving to work, getting groceries and hauling the kids around all seem a little nicer in a brand-new vehicle. However,...
Maybe you responded to an ad on Craigslist or called a seller after seeing a photo in a sale group on social media. Someone advertising a used car claimed to be the owner of the vehicle. They agreed to meet you somewhere, possibly in a residential neighborhood or the...
One of the first things consumers look at when considering the purchase of a used vehicle is the odometer reading. Many are willing to pay more money for a vehicle with lower miles because this may mean the vehicle will have fewer mechanical issues often associated...
There may be few things more frustrating than buying something new only to have it not work properly. Many consumers return these defective items for a refund or replacement. When the defect product is a new vehicle, it may not be so simple. Consumers often have loans...
When you buy a new car, you expect it to be in excellent condition. Most car buyers get to enjoy that new car smell and the performance of a brand-new vehicle for months before the thrill wears off entirely. For a tiny fraction of people buying new vehicles, their...
A Pennsylvania car owner often knows when it is time to buy a new or newer vehicle. However, it is not always an easy decision, especially if the consumer still owes a considerable balance on the current car loan. This is where a consumer may be especially vulnerable...
Pennsylvania residents in the market for a used vehicle often rely on vehicle history reports, such as Carfax or Autocheck. These companies collect and compile information about previously-owned vehicles so purchasers can make informed decisions about the vehicles...
TV commercials make buying a new vehicle seem like an exciting party. In many cases, those in the market for a vehicle are feeling anything but festive. They are more often worried about the bottom line. Since they may buy a new vehicle once every several years,...
When you make the investment in a new vehicle, you expect it to arrive in pristine condition and function properly for years with good maintenance. Although it may depreciate in value as you use it, you probably expect to get more value out of it than you would out of...
Having financing in line before hitting the car lots to shop for a vehicle is always a plus. It may save customers time and hassle at the dealership, and it can also protect them from becoming victims of financing fraud. One of the most notorious types of dealer fraud...