Hyundai's are very popular cars and Hyundai used car sales tend to enjoy a particularly fast turnover. Since they’re not especially expensive vehicles when new, used Hyundai's are very affordable, especially the older models. Hyundai's are generally reliable vehicles and, as used cars, offer a solid and affordable transportation solution. However, there are things you should look for with all used car sales and with Hyundai car sales in particular. These tips will set you on the right track regarding Hyundai used car sales and could help you find a real bargain.
Be sure you know the value of used Hyundai's. Check the value in the Kelley Blue Book and also in used car sales lots, in the newspapers and online. This will make sure you know what a good price is and will ensure you don’t pay too much at Hyundai used car sales dealerships.
Ask for a service history on the car when you look at it. It’s quite possible that there won’t be one. However, if there is, it will let you know how often the car has been serviced and what other work has been done to it. The older the vehicle, the more work is likely to have been carried out. In this case you should be particularly cautious since it might well need even more work which will cost you even more in the long run.
Always take the Hyundai for a test drive. Never buy a car without driving it first. Although a test drive won’t give you an insight into all of the problems a car has, you’ll still be able to feel how it drives and have a better sense of whether you want to buy it or not. The older the car, the more important a test drive, especially with a Hyundai, since you’ll be able to feel if the brakes bite well and whether the transmission slips.
Talk to car salesmen, Hyundai owners and mechanics and ask their advice about different models and years of Hyundai. This will let you know which vehicles to avoid at Hyundai used car sales and which to seek out.
Always check the odometer reading against the reading given on recent emissions certificates. This will let you know if the odometer has been turned back in an attempt to show lower mileage and increase the value of the vehicle. If the car has been tampered with, walk away from it—the act of clocking is highly illegal.
Don’t be afraid to bargain on the price. If you’ve familiarized yourself with used Hyundai prices, you’ll be in a good position to haggle. Even if your first low offer is turned down, you should still be able to buy the Hyundai for less than the asking price.
Always check the bodywork. If the paint on a fender or door doesn’t quite match, the car might well have been in an accident and parts of the bodywork may have been repaired or replaced. This could result in a bent frame and if this is the case, you don’t want to take a risk with regards to driver and passenger safety. For this reason, you should always inspect a vehicle in daylight rather than at night.
Before you buy, check the registration to ensure you’re dealing with the car’s true owner or someone empowered to act on their behalf. This eliminates the possibility of buying a stolen vehicle.
