Buying a Used Car from Gov Auto Auctions
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If you're searching for a quality used auto, whether it be for second car, first car or as a replacement, have you though about buying at auction.
Some people would never consider buying at auction, they probably don't know much about cars and find great comfort in buying from a dealer in the belief that the car is of serviceable quality, safe and that they have some protection if something with the car should go wrong. And for this they of course pay a premium.
Theres many who understand cars well, or they may have a small budget or maybe just looking to get more from their dollar and might be keen to look at public auto auctions.
There are many different types of car auctions held on a regular basis, so which one is right for you? Some auctions are only open to licensed dealers but the bulk are open to public. Some auctions will be broken into separate sale types, for example ex-corporate cars in one sale, ex-government cars in another, and general vehicles in another sale.
Government cars are popular due to the fact that it's known where the vehicle comes from, it's easier to know the history and that it's had regular maintenance.
Vehicles at ex-gov sales generally sell for much less than retail via a dealer and in some cases vehicles may even have some remaining factory warranty.
But ex-government cars are not the only ones at auction, there are also general vehicle sales where cars can come from an array of places including repossession, insurance adjustment, dealers or private sellers.
If you're budget doesn't allow for a vehicle as new as what is at gov sales, or you are after an older car, you may look towards the general vehicle auctions as apposed to ex-gov cars. But here is where you really need to excercise caution.
At general vehicle auctions it may not be clear where the auto came from, whether it was maintained properly and what repairs are required before being fit for the road.
Many people buy cars from government and general auctions and it's a case of which sale will have the vehicle to suit your needs and budget. The secret to getting a good car is doing your homework on pricing, checking the vehicle as thoroughly as possible, and bidding accordingly to the vehicle condition and type.
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Author Resource:-
Fred Hardy is an auto enthusiast. He recommends visiting Government Seized & Surplus Cars in the US, and in Australia - AuctionFinder Auto Auctions and also Gov Surplus Auctions.
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Jessie Stone
Submitted
2010-10-16 17:37:23 |
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