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There are many advantages to buying a used car; one of those is for economic reasons. You do not have to shell out as much money upfront to purchase the vehicle of your choice. However, there is another way to save more as long as they have the luxury of being able to wait for the bargain-friendly time to shop for a used car. Image source : compare.com Here are some of the best times of the year to buy a used car: Fall: September is the peak month for sales of brand new cars. And because of this, in July and early August, dealers are pushing to clear out their used cars. During this period, used car buyers can gain the stronger position in bargaining with dealers. Winter: The used-car market is typically quiet during these months as consumers have other expenses to think of. Thus, there are some dealers and private sellers who would want to complete deals at this time to bring in much-needed revenue. Winter for used convertibles: Because there is high deman...

It is normal for new vehicle owners to get confused about an auto warranty and a service contract, but they should learn the differences between the two, as they protect vehicles at different points in their lifespan.  Image source: learnmotorskills.com As dictated by law, the manufacturer’s warranty comes with the purchase of a new product. It is the company’s de facto promise that the vehicle is free of defects. And if there are issues that may have occurred during the design or production of the car, the manufacturer will cover the repair or replacement of needed parts.  Understandably, a manufacturer’s warranty will only last for a set period and once it expires, the entire cost of resolving a car breakdown will be shouldered by the owner – unless he purchases a vehicle service contract. For this reason, a service contract is also sometimes called an extended warranty.  Service contracts can be bought from the manufacturer itself. But there ar...

Many people think that just because a car is used or second-hand, it cannot be a sound vehicle option. But with a careful study of available options, the right dealer, and supporting documents, used cars can offer the same satisfaction as brand-new ones. Here are some reasons why you should consider a pre-owned car as a solid choice. Image source: howstuffworks.com Depreciation is not a source of worry The value of most new cars goes down within the first six months and continues as time passes. Used cars won’t tie you down with this thought; in fact, used cars can even gain value if good upkeep and maintenance are considered. They come certified and thoroughly inspected While new vehicles have the advantage of being new, thoroughly inspected, and certified, pre-owned vehicles give buyers a similar level of quality, as these have undergone manufacturer or dealership inspection and refurbishing. Used cars save you from paying hidden fees Many new vehicles come with a bar...

Most vehicles are protected from operational failures while new through warranty. This is a guarantee by the manufacturer on the integrity of the vehicle as sold and covers a host of issues typically associated with potential flaws in construction, which are subsequently repaired.  Image source: americanautoshield.com But warranties are not forever. Warranties expire as the vehicle ages, leaving the car owner in charge of every subsequent repair not long after. This opens many risks for people purchasing used vehicles, whose warranties may have long since expired or are close to expiry. Thus, pre-owned vehicles are often sold with an alternative to a warranty: a vehicle service contract.  Vehicle service contracts are optional packages sold alongside vehicles to cover for repairs upon the expiry of a warranty. The coverage provided by a vehicle service contract usually acts as an adjunct to other coverage policies like insurance. Although superficially similar, ...