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A Mechanic’s Checklist for What to Inspect Before Buying a Used Car
Buying & Selling

A Mechanic’s Checklist for What to Inspect Before Buying a Used Car

Buying a used car can feel like stepping into a minefield. You’re standing in a parking lot, kicking the tires (because that’s a thing, right?), nodding politely while the seller says things like, “She runs great, no problems!” Meanwhile, you’re wondering how to spot a ticking time bomb under the hood when all you see is…

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By Blake Ashworth
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