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    Date: June 24, 2008
    Source: ConsumerInfo.com, Inc.
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    Date: June 24, 2008
    Source: ConsumerInfo.com, Inc.
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    A buyer beware from CARFAX when purchasing a used car.
    Date: April 18, 2008
    Source: MSN Autos
    Author: MSN Autos
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    Every day, it seems that new online scams and tricks pop up on the interactive landscape. From too-good-to-be-true prices to owners who don't exist, these tips will give you a head start to getting your best deal.
    Date: January 3, 2008
    Source: AutoTrader.com
  • Used-Car No-Nos
    How do you determine the quality of used car dealers and the products they sell? Here are some clues to guide you.
    Date: December 21, 2007
    Source: The Car Connection
    Author: Marty Padgett
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    Older cars don't die, they just get resold. If you're buying a used car, whether from a dealer or someone who put an ad in the paper, you'll want to know as much about it as you can. A vehicle history report prepared by a third party is one way to help figure out what you're getting.
    Date: December 14, 2007
    Source: CARFAX
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    Airbag fraud is on the rise and may soon rank as one of the worst vehicle repair scams out there. A vehicle history report may be the key to finding out whether the airbag in the vehicle you've purchased is there before it's too late.
    Date: December 14, 2007
    Source: CARFAX
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    Recalls may sound bad at first, but they may actually make you safer. Used car owners and shoppers need to be proactive in learning about outstanding recalls. Here's how to find out more.
    Date: December 14, 2007
    Source: CARFAX
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    The author of this article learned some valuable lessons from his experience owning a lemon. Read his three important tips to avoid a sour experience of your own.
    Date: November 20, 2007
    Source: AutoTrader.com
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    Considering purchasing a used car? The right research can drastically reduce the risk of putting you and your family in a potentially dangerous flood-damaged vehicle.
    Date: November 8, 2007
    Source: CARFAX
  • Senior citizens can be easy prey for car-care scams
    You can help your elderly friends or family members guard against scams by letting them know some basic questions to ask when they go to the car repair shop.
    Date: October 15, 2007
    Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
    Author: Linda Sharp
  • Dodgy Dealings
    Buying used is a better value than ever, but some people are still wary. Here are some used car seller tricks to be aware of so you can be sure you get a good car.
    Date: November 21, 2004
    Source: The Car Connection
    Author: Bengt Halvorson
  • Odometer Fraud
    Even though it hasn't received much press in recent years, odometer fraud is just as prevalent, if not more prevalent, than ever. Here are some tips on how to spot and avoid cars with "rolled-back" odometers.
    Date: January 26, 2004
    Source: The Car Connection
    Author: Bengt Halvorson