This guide will take you through various aspects of purchasing a right used car. After buying a house, buying car is the second most expensive purchase most of us are ever likely to make in our lives so it's important to get it right. Variety is the spice of life. Certainly, the number of vehicles that are available today can add spice to one's daily travels. Literally hundreds of different vehicles are available, but which one is the best for you? To better determine the vehicle that satisfies your transportation needs, first take the time to carefully identify your current and future driving needs, then become aware of the many available vehicles, and finally, zero in on the vehicles that best meet your needs.

The purchase of a dependable, reasonably priced used vehicle is not a matter of chance or luck, but rather, it is a matter of knowledge and understanding. Becoming informed is one of the most important factors in successfully purchasing a dependable used vehicle at the best price.

Below are few handy tips to help you make the right decision when it comes to purchasing a used car:

1. Research - Put together a monthly budget and make sure that all expenses that go along with the car, including insurance, maintenance, gas, and payments fit in it comfortably. It is easy to overestimate your budget, so go its better to consult an expert for professional assistance. Do some homework on market values before you go shopping so you know the value of the car you are buying and the value of your trade-in.

2. Test Drive - Take the vehicle for a test drive along roads that are similar to the ones that you frequent. If possible, test the car on highways, bumpy, curvy, as well as smooth roads. It is important to test used vehicle under strenuous conditions. Test the car on hills, and in stop-and-go traffic.

3. Look it over - Make a through self-inspection of the vehicle. Check all the windows, make sure the interior is satisfactory, look under the hood, check the tires, the radio, the trunk, air conditioning, as well as the heater and seats. Have the car inspected by a mechanic you hire

4. Ask Questions - Make sure that you fully understand all of the responsibilities that come with owning a vehicle and that you comprehend all aspects of the contract. If you are unclear about anything, ask questions.

5. Be Confident - After you have researched, test driven, looked over, and asked questions about the vehicle, make sure you are confidant about buying. Take your time and if you have any questions, feel free to consult a dealer who can help you purchase right car for you.