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Are you thinking about buying a used car in 2024? If your answer is positive, know that this article is made especially for you, as we have put together three tips on how to avoid falling for scams when purchasing your dream car.
Currently, the creativity of scammers when it comes to sell The car has evolved more and more, making these people use countless devices to gain some advantage in relation to this process.
According to Stefano Mazzaferro, sales director at Kovi, today, the most common forms of scams occur through the cloning of websites, requesting a signal to give a false guarantee of priority in the purchase and special offers for being related to a company employee. an automaker.
During an interview with the “Garagem 360” portal, the expert gave tips on how to avoid scams. Based on these tips, the Click Petroleum and Gas separated the three main ones.
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Tips to avoid falling for a scam when buying a used car
According to the expert, first of all, it is important that anyone interested in buying a used car looks for a trustworthy dealership to purchase the vehicle.
In this sense, he reports that it is essential that the buyer chooses a company that values transparency and that has a history of care, especially with after-sales service.
1- Check the vehicle documentation
The expert reports that the first tip, which can never be ignored, concerns the documentation of the desired car.
According to him, it is interesting to ask for the vehicle's documentation to check if there are any fines, check the vehicle's ownership and obtain other information that could cause headaches in the future.
2- Complete inspection of the vehicle
Another important point highlighted by Mazzaferro is the inspection. According to him, it is extremely important, before purchasing, to check whether there are any operational irregularities in the vehicle.
According to Kovi's sales director, at this stage, it is worth evaluating issues such as worn and structural parts such as dented bodywork, scratched paintwork, among others.
3- Inform about the car’s history
Finally, the expert reports that it is important for anyone interested in purchasing a used car to seek information about the vehicle's maintenance, if everything is up to date. Mazzaferro explains that, at this point, it will be possible to understand whether they came from a good source, whether they have mandatory safety equipment and whether they are well maintained.
Is a used car worth it? Here's how to know
A common question is whether or not it is worth buying a used car. According to the expert, to know if the purchase is worth it, it is worth following the tips given above.
Furthermore, he explains, regarding the ideal period for purchase, the end of the month is the best time to buy a new car.
According to him, this period is the most suitable because sellers are concerned about commissions and targets, which ends up placing very special conditions on potential buyers.
Best used car sales sites
Today, there are numerous options available on the market for purchasing used cars. On the internet, for example, the best-known sites are Webmotors, iCarros and Autoline.
