In This Section

• Guide to Buying a Used Car

  Be prepared when you buy a used car by learning about car inspections, vehicle history reports, used car sales tax and fees and more.

• Buying a Car Online

  Online car shopping for used and new cars is quick and easy. Ordering vehicle history reports can also save you time and money.

• Dealer Versus Private Party Purchases

  Deciding to buy a used vehicle from a car dealer or from a private party can be hard. Read the pros and cons of both and save time and money.

• Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles

  Learn the benefits and guarantees of buying a certified pre owned vehicle complete with an inspection and warranty. When shopping for a used car, peace of mind has its price.

• Test Drive a Used Car

  Get the most out of a used car test drive by utilizing pre- and post-trip safety inspections, mechanic inspections and vehicle history reports.

• Lemon Law

  Lemon law information & articles - find out if your car meets the definition and what consumer protections you have.

• Avoiding Flood Damaged Cars

  Order a vehicle history report to make sure you don't purchase a flood-damaged vehicle. Know what to look for under the hood and inside the used vehicle.

• Used Car Vehicle History Report

  Order a VIN check to learn the history of your next used car purchase. Vehicle history reports reveal info such as previous accidents, flood damage, registration records.

• Used Car Taxes and Fees

  Include vehicle tax and fees when you budget for a used car purchase. Be prepared as vehicle taxes and fees could greatly increase the purchase price.

• Paperwork When Buying a Car

  Be prepared with the appropriate paperwork and applications when you buy a car - bill of sale, title transfers, duplicate titles, license plates and registration

• Used Car Work Sheet

  Complete a used car worksheet to inspect the exterior, interior, tires, engine, suspension, frame, transmission, brakes, steering and more before you buy.

• Used Car Inspection

  Get a used car inspection from a mechanic and conduct your own inspections to uncover potential repairs and hidden problems, and possibly lower your purchase price.

• Used Car VIN Check

  Buying a car? Obtain a vehicle history report through DMV.org

• Bill of Sale

  Bill of sale requirements & information, listed by state.