What should you pay attention to when buying a used car?

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KennedyLynn
07/30/25 7:19am
Precautions for buying a used car: 1. Choose a reliable channel: Currently, the used car trading market is one of the most secure channels for used car transactions. The used car trading market has two main characteristics: first, it is supervised by government departments, ensuring higher operational and transactional standards; second, it offers one-stop services, handling everything from the transaction to the transfer process, making it very convenient. 2. Choose an appropriate mileage: Due to the phenomenon of odometer tampering, many people believe that mileage is not reliable. However, in the absence of tampering, mileage is a significant factor in selecting a car. For mid-to-low-end models, cars with a mileage of 50,000 to 70,000 kilometers generally have good condition. For high-end models, even if the mileage exceeds 100,000 kilometers, there is usually no major issue. However, nearly new cars with less than 10,000 kilometers are often traps. 3. Choose a used car with both good condition and price: In the used car market, there are usually multiple vehicles of the same model with varying conditions, some even with similar conditions. Therefore, after finding a used car you like, don’t rush to buy it. First, compare it with other similar models in similar conditions to find the one with the best combination of price and condition before making a purchase.
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