Buying from a dealer may cost more, but a private seller isn’t always the bargain it seems. Here’s what you need to know. These days, I spend anywhere from 50 to 60 hours a week at the car dealership ...

Shopping for a used car is a good financial move, but it's often nerve-wracking because you don't know the vehicle's history.

Paying with cash used to be the preferred method when buying a car, but it’s not anymore. See why dealerships would rather not have you pay in cash. When shopping for a car, there are a few different ...

Research vehicle history reports using the VIN and check for open recalls before committing to a used car purchase. Have a trusted mechanic perform a prepurchase inspection to identify potential ...

Many people go to a dealership when shopping for a used car. But dealerships are not your only option. In fact, there are good reasons to buy a used car from the private market or another source ...

Buying a car is a pain. You have to do research before even going to the dealership, and then the performative dance that is actually buying a car is exhausting and long. There's a reason companies ...

Some cars are so bad, dealers won’t go near them ...

Used-car inventory is expected to be tight this year thanks to lower production amid the COVID-19 pandemic, but increasing incentives on new vehicles should help moderate prices, according to experts.

Shopping for a used car is an important financial decision. If you do your research and find one that will last for a while, you can budget for regular maintenance with relative confidence that you’ll ...

What if timing truly determined whether you drive home with the car of your dreams—or overpay for yesterday’s model? In the ever-evolving used car market, knowing the best time to buy a used car gives ...