Buying a used car is a minefield, regardless of the vehicle or seller
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Buying a used car is a minefield, regardless of the vehicle or seller. I've witnessed several close calls recently where even meticulous buyers were nearly caught out.
One case involved a reputable dealership on the brink of finalizing a sale when the insurance company unexpectedly red-flagged the car. The seller was stunned, and the buyer was heartbroken. It turned out the previous owner had concealed the car's history. The dealership ultimately absorbed the financial loss to rectify the situation, while the buyer wisely opted for a different vehicle.
In another instance, a seemingly pristine imported car from England rapidly developed costly mechanical issues. These incidents underscore the importance of exhaustive due diligence when purchasing a used car.
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Justin Kavanagh
Justin Kavanagh is a recognised leader
in automotive intelligence and vehicle
data supply to the entire motor industry.
He has almost 20 years experience in
building systems from the ground up.
As the Managing Director of Vehicle
Management System, he understands the
need and importance of trustworthy and
reliable vehicle history and advice to
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