Max Out Your Car Sale: The Costly Mistakes Most People Don’t See Coming
Selling a car isn’t hard. Selling it smart? That’s a whole different story.
I’ve never considered myself the kind of person who’s “bad with cars.” I get my oil changed. I keep an emergency kit in the trunk. I don’t ignore weird noises—okay, not for more than a week.
So, your car won’t start. You turn the key—or push the button—and get nothing. Or maybe just a sick little clicking noise. Lights are dim, radio’s dead, and your morning plans are officially on hold. I’ve been in that exact situation more times than I’d like to admit, and I can tell you this: panic doesn’t help, but knowing exactly what to do next does.
You’ve found it. The perfect used car—sleek, budget-friendly, and supposedly “only driven to church on Sundays.” But here’s the thing: not every used car is the steal it claims to be. And in the world of pre-owned vehicles, spotting a lemon (that unfortunate car that’s more breakdown than bargain) can save you thousands—and a mountain of frustration.