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 STEP 5: Get Vehicle History Reports
When you buy a used car, you definitely do not want to get one with past problems … a “lemon”.
This service is your next step in guaranteeing that you do not purchase a car that breaks down within two weeks, needs $1500 in repairs or was damaged in an accident. Nor do you want a car whose odometer has been rolled back.
CarThority.com recommends Experian Auto Check as its exclusive provider of this important vehicle information because of their superior reputation in the industry
Experion Auto Check gets its data from more than 10,000 sources including every U.S. and Canadian motor vehicle department, auto auctions, fire and police departments, collision repair facilities, rental agencies, DMV records, leases and inspection stations.
You simply enter the VIN of the car and your report appears online showing everything about the vehicle::
a Title information, including salvaged or junked titles
a Flood damage history
a Total loss – accident history
a Odometer readings at different time intervals – to detect rollback
a Number of owners
a Accident indicators, such as airbag deployments
a State emissions inspection results
a Service records
a Vehicle use (taxi, rental, lease, etc.)
Credit unions and dealers use these reports all the time and you should too.
NICB provides a FREE VIN# Check. This service is provided by the National Insurance Crime Bureau. Simply enter the VIN# in and you receive a report indicating whether the vehicle has been stolen or totaled. If your vehicles pass this first test then you will want to purchase a more detailed report
Experion Auto Check has a $14.99 60- day program that allows you to get one report or a $24.99 program which allows you to get unlimited reports over a 60-day period. This small investment goes a long way towards protecting your future income and any possible large, unforeseen auto expense.
You can’t go wrong with a Vehicle History Report. Don’t buy someone else’s problems. Get this report and be a smart car buyer.
NOTE: If you are selling your used car, you are likely to receive a higher price if you have a Vehicle History Report to show prospective buyers.
Want some more assistance with checking on your vehicle history? Be sure to get and download “Secrets to Car Buying”. Order the Self Service option or sign up for the Full Service option and get expert personal assistance with the entire process. |
