Q : First thing to think about when buying a car ?

A: Decide if you want a new or used car .

Q : I want to buy a used car , what should I ask about it ?

A: You must ask about the number of previous owners , if the car was ever involved in an accident , any previous mechanical problems and the maintenance history of the car

Q : What are the benefits and the drawbacks of buying a used car ?

A : The main benefit is that you can probably get a great deal and end up with a very good car for a low price. The drawback is that if you are not that lucky and the car is not in good shape, you will have to deal with it for a long time.

Q : Where can I get a used car ?

A : A used car dealership, a superstore dealership that specializes in used cars like CarMax or Hertz , many new car dealerships also sell used cars , used car Web sites like Cars.com or CarsDirect
online and print classifieds.

Q : Shoul I buy a car directly from the owner ?

A : Person-to-person transactions through people you know, or via online and print classifieds can be a good option if you want to avoid a dealership.

Q : Are there some tips in how to buy my used car ?

A : According to Car Buying Tips, there are some tips that will increase your odds of success :

Have a mechanic put the car up on a lift for a full inspection and to check for damage -- anything that might indicate a previous accident or possibly flood damage.

Run a Vehicle History Report to get a full history of the car. You can get a Vehicle History Report at Carfax.com. It will include everything you need to know about the car including:
if it was ever salvaged, stolen or recalled
the number of previous owners
if it ever failed inspection
if someone tried to create a fraudulent odometer reading

Never sign an "As Is" statement. Many used car dealers will mix that in with the other paperwork you'll be asked to sign. As with anything that requires a signature, READ BEFORE YOU SIGN. You should have at least 30 days to make sure the car is in good condition. If you sign an "As Is" statement, once you drive the vehicle off the lot, anything that goes wrong is your problem.

Have your own financing and loan approvals ready before you go to buy the car. (This can also be good if you're planning on making a new car purchase.)

Q : How can use the web to help me in the process of buying ?

A : Agood first step is to go to the manufacturers' Web sites to check out the cars and the available options.You can usually find local dealers and request quotes or see the Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Then you can go to other websites to see more pricing information. Try going to different sites to get a better idea.

Q : What else can I use the Internet for ?

A : In addition to using the Internet to research the car you want to buy, you can also use it to figure out your finance options and select a warranty for your car. Sites like E-Loan and Lending Tree offer online auto loans. A warranty is a contract that guarantees maintenance if your car has any mechanical or other problems. Remember that warranties are another way for dealers to get more money out of your bank account, so know what kind of warranty you want and how much you are willing to pay for it.