Girlfriend fell in love with a 1996 Legacy Outback. It has the 2.5 liter motor that everyone and their mother says died a horrible headgasket death.. [more inside]
posted on Jun 22, 2008 - 11 answers

Help us pick a car! We're looking for a good used family car. We have two daughters, a 2 1/2 year old and a newborn and need a car that can accommodate an infant car carrier without putting the front passenger's knees in the glovebox. [more inside]
posted on Jun 5, 2008 - 23 answers

2006 Honda Civic service schedule: Maintenance Minder or dealer service recommendation? [more inside]
posted on May 18, 2008 - 2 answers

How do you determine the sweet spot between price and age/reliability when looking at used cars? [more inside]
posted on Feb 18, 2008 - 22 answers

What should I expect in a used car given a budget of $4000-6000? [more inside]
posted on Nov 26, 2007 - 28 answers

How do I be fair to myself and the guy whose car I'm buying, when the actual title transaction will be taking place mostly between banks in another state? Contract/time of delivery/protecting of interests question. [more inside]
posted on Nov 26, 2007 - 8 answers

I just got a kick-butt new job, and I'm already in stressed-out, dejected pain -- over buying a stupid car to get to it. [more inside]
posted on Nov 20, 2007 - 26 answers

I’ve found a nice used 2004 Honda Accord EX that I’m interested in which is about 30 miles away in another town. The dealership is only asking $14,995 and both KBB and NADA both list the worth over $18,000. I did a carfax report for the car and it shows a one owner history with no accidents or anything. I also contacted the local Honda dealership (not the selling dealer) and asked them to pull warranty work done to this car via VIN. The only thing that was done was an Automatic transmission that was recalled and replaced under warranty. What am I missing? Why are they selling this car for what seems to me, much less than the worth of it? I have always assumed that car dealerships are there to screw you however they can. Any help would be appreciated
posted on Oct 26, 2007 - 16 answers

UsedCarFilter: Is buying used from a rental car company, specifically Enterprise, a good idea? First hand experiences appreciated. [more inside]
posted on Sep 14, 2007 - 26 answers

Buying a used car from a dealer who bought it at an auction - and he doesn't have the title. [more inside]
posted on Aug 17, 2007 - 20 answers

Would I be making a mistake or a great choice to buy a 2002 Inifinity I35 that I only plan to keep and finance for 36 months? [more inside]
posted on Jul 6, 2007 - 5 answers

Diesel vs. Gas used car. Help me decide. [more inside]
posted on Jun 6, 2007 - 16 answers

I need to buy a car, quickly. There's a used Civic I have my eye on. I have some stupid (?) questions about purchasing it. [more inside]
posted on Apr 30, 2007 - 29 answers

If I were a dealer how much would I expect to pay for a 2003 BMW 330I with performance package in Northern California with say 30-40k miles on it i.e What are they going for at the dealer auctions? [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2007 - 17 answers

Should I buy a new car? [more inside]
posted on Nov 25, 2006 - 15 answers

How to scare a used-car dealer? Older and wiser now and all that, but we still have a problem car on our hands. [more inside]
posted on Nov 2, 2006 - 14 answers

I need help deciding whether to fix my older car or buy a new one. [more inside]
posted on Oct 11, 2006 - 13 answers

Without knowing any drivetrain/mechanical details other than what you could see from the exterior (details within) and that it last passed inspection in April 2006, would you buy a bright red 1985 Porsche 944 for $6500? [more inside]
posted on Sep 16, 2006 - 13 answers

I'm selling my car. Help me not be stupid. [more inside]
posted on Jul 2, 2006 - 15 answers

What kind of minivan should I buy? I'm in the market for a used minivan, something 4-6 years old. What make/model do you recommend? Why? I've got a bead on a Pontiac Montana. Any good reason to avoid it?
posted on Jun 20, 2006 - 15 answers

Buying a used car in Vancouver, BC, dealers you'd recommend, or conversely, those to absolutely avoid? [more inside]
posted on May 12, 2006 - 7 answers

Buying a specific used car, how can I determine its value? [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2006 - 6 answers

Help me write an amazing ad for my used car to sell it really, really fast - I'm moving abroad in two weeks. Lots of questions. [more inside]
posted on Oct 31, 2005 - 12 answers

TheFateOfTheCurseMobile! I purchased a used automobile about 18 months ago. Over the past year, the car has been involved in 3 minor collisions (but major headaches), none of which were my fault. I'm trying to weigh my options between getting it fixed (again!) or trading it in for a car with some (hopefully) better karma. Any advice? [more inside]
posted on Sep 19, 2005 - 5 answers

I am in the market for a new car. Does anyone have some remarks on Pro’s and Con’s of buying new vs. used? I am looking to replace my 95 Subaru wagon which was totaled last weekend. I am considering buying a used Subaru outback (99-04) range or a new 05 outback. Some Pro’s I see for buying used are price obviously, Con’s being unknown history, no warranty, won’t last as long etc. Pro’s of buying new would be Warranty, one owner etc. Anyone else have some insight on these pro’s and con’s and maybe what else should be taken into consideration? Also, I read a thread a while back about tricks to prevent overpaying at the dealer for a car, anyone know where that is? Thanks,
posted on Jun 28, 2005 - 23 answers

My sister-in-law is looking for a low-priced new or used car, probably a Toyota, but she's also looking at a Kia or a Hyundai. We're in the metro Atlanta area [MI]...
posted on Nov 19, 2004 - 27 answers