It makes sense to buy used car in this tough economy. But if you can afford a four hundred dollar new car payment then by all means go for that new car smell. But if you are like most people these days a used car is appealing. Not only for the price but because there are a lot of good used cars out there.

And new cars do not go up in value. Once you buy it and own it expect about a thirty percent drop in value. Of course you still owe one hundred percent of what you contracted to pay for it.

Auto insurance is also higher with a new car compared to a used car. Also, many used cars still are under the manufacturer’s warranty. You will find most American cars have a 12 thousand or 36 month warranty.

Find a car in this range and you will have the basics covered. The drive train, brakes, seals and gaskets, cooling system. If you buy your used car from a dealer, they will try to sell you extended coverage. This is…

The world is now clamored by the great problem in fuel. With oil prices increasing on a regular basis, the problem in fuel has become a great global concern. This has left many car owners in such a sullen mood; most especially those who own muscle cars and sports cars whose engines are so powerful that they devour a tank-full of gas in an instant. This has caused tremendous effects on people, and because of this, a new trend has arisen.

Cars are now manufactured with fuel efficiency being in the top line of priorities. So with this in mind, what can you - the motorist - do to save fuel and thus keep your hard earned money in your pocket?

When loading gas, make sure to full it up to the brim. This is a very simple trick that you should know and it will really save you money. Also, make sure that you are familiar with your car. Find out about its fuel consumption and determine how its performance compares to industry standards. This will give you a good idea…

When it comes to used car auctions, it is every man for himself. There are laws that are suppose to protect the consumer but we all know that it is a lie and they only protect the person who rips off the consumer. Two words like “as is” provides a great defense for sellers. Some auctions you can go to will put a thirty day guarantee on the frame, motor and body of a car.

Always make sure that the contract says how many days you have before you need to get the title. If it does happen to take them longer to get the title to you then you can always get your money beck because this is a breach of contract on their behalf. I personally do not think it is safe to bid on a vehicle unless there is a title there.

So when it comes to going to an auction to buy a car, always assume the worst. If you get a bad feeling about something you can always trust that this is probably not a good thing…