I'm in the market for a pre-owned sedan with a budget of about 20k and the 2 options that I have come down to are a 2008 Mercedes C300 and a 2007 BMW 335i. Being a total newbie about cars, I have very little idea which one should I go for. They are both certified pre-owned hence I am hoping there should not be a major problem with either one's condition. Please advise as to which one would you prefer and what are some things I should watch out for while buying them?
posted by libbrichus on Feb 20, 2013 - 16 answers

My car has died. I live in New York City (Queens) and I need a car. Should I lease? Should I buy? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by orville sash on May 11, 2010 - 20 answers

Would a Certified Pre-owned car sold by a dealer qualify as a 'new' car under the cash for clunkers legislation that was just passed by the house?
posted by zeoslap on Jun 10, 2009 - 7 answers