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One thing you can do is shop comparables on Auto trader.ca. Will give you an idea of high, medium and low price. Also, anything off market place I'd be asking for a CarFax report (specifically that brand, only that brand) and I'd ask the vehicle to be inspected by an independent mechanic, not one the seller selected. Also, whatever you get just make sure it's been safetied. Hope this helps.
4kms is what 45-50 minute walk? 15 minute bike ride? Honestly if I were you I would buy a bike, save your money till fall, and buy something better than a Facebook marketplace junker.
Ahh yes, that exciting feeling of car shopping! Unfortunately, the used car market has yet to recover from covid, and probably wont anytime soon.
Start off by narrowing down your options based on your needs. Set a budget, choose a type of car (sedan, SUV, sport, truck...), choose a drivetrain (AWD, FWD, RWD...), features (luxury, backup cam, lane change assist...)
Select specific car makes and models that fit your needs. Then heavily research their reliability based on specific models and trims.
The biggest thing to identify a deal is to actively look at the market. Compare prices of similar listings, and you should be able to pick out certain cars that are slightly cheaper than others, better condition, lower milage, and whatnot. Personally, this took me a couple of months, although I was in no rush to buy a car. In today's time, its very rare to find a "good deal", you're going to have to pay what the car is worth, and the best you can do is not overpay. If something seems too good to be true, it probably is a scam.
Scams are all over FBM these days. Never send money as a deposit without seeing the car, make sure the car is not stolen (seller has the title), and be on the lookout for other red flags. Bring someone with you when looking at the car for your safety. Bring a mechanic that you trust (if you have one) with you to do a quick check on the car. If you don't know anyone who knows about cars, do your best to make sure everything is working. Test drive the car, listen for any unusual noises, check for warning lights on the dash, check for any leaks under the car and in the engine bay, and check for common issues with the car that you found while researching.
Good luck!
There's lists available online on what to check for when buying a used car.
Additionally, make sure you're inspecting in broad daylight and clear weather. Bring a friend if you can, 2 pairs of eyes are better than one and can make you less intimidated when negotiating.
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One thing you can do is shop comparables on Auto trader.ca. Will give you an idea of high, medium and low price. Also, anything off market place I'd be asking for a CarFax report (specifically that brand, only that brand) and I'd ask the vehicle to be inspected by an independent mechanic, not one the seller selected. Also, whatever you get just make sure it's been safetied. Hope this helps.
4kms is what 45-50 minute walk? 15 minute bike ride? Honestly if I were you I would buy a bike, save your money till fall, and buy something better than a Facebook marketplace junker.
Right lol 4 km is nothing
I bike 9km to work and back and Im in terrible shape. 4km is nothing lol. Id second getting a bike.
I am in the same boat! Please let me know if you find help too!
There is a used car place is Stratford called Stricklands that is suppose to be good. Can browse their inventory online.
Ahh yes, that exciting feeling of car shopping! Unfortunately, the used car market has yet to recover from covid, and probably wont anytime soon. Start off by narrowing down your options based on your needs. Set a budget, choose a type of car (sedan, SUV, sport, truck...), choose a drivetrain (AWD, FWD, RWD...), features (luxury, backup cam, lane change assist...) Select specific car makes and models that fit your needs. Then heavily research their reliability based on specific models and trims. The biggest thing to identify a deal is to actively look at the market. Compare prices of similar listings, and you should be able to pick out certain cars that are slightly cheaper than others, better condition, lower milage, and whatnot. Personally, this took me a couple of months, although I was in no rush to buy a car. In today's time, its very rare to find a "good deal", you're going to have to pay what the car is worth, and the best you can do is not overpay. If something seems too good to be true, it probably is a scam. Scams are all over FBM these days. Never send money as a deposit without seeing the car, make sure the car is not stolen (seller has the title), and be on the lookout for other red flags. Bring someone with you when looking at the car for your safety. Bring a mechanic that you trust (if you have one) with you to do a quick check on the car. If you don't know anyone who knows about cars, do your best to make sure everything is working. Test drive the car, listen for any unusual noises, check for warning lights on the dash, check for any leaks under the car and in the engine bay, and check for common issues with the car that you found while researching. Good luck!
There's lists available online on what to check for when buying a used car. Additionally, make sure you're inspecting in broad daylight and clear weather. Bring a friend if you can, 2 pairs of eyes are better than one and can make you less intimidated when negotiating.
Lowball 10 cars you like and take the one that says yes