Buying a Used Car- How to Avoid Getting Scammed

The global market for used cars is worth billions of dollars. Countries have introduced various taxes and tariffs on the import of used cars from abroad because it affects the local market. Unfortunately, not all used cars are as good as they seem. It’s only logical for the seller to exaggerate claims about the car so they can sell it off as quickly as possible. Used cars don’t come with any guarantee or warranty. Even dealerships don’t provide any guarantee in case something goes wrong after the purchase; the best they offer is free maintenance and service for six months or a year.

Not everyone can afford a new car, and that’s understandable. However, buying a used car is a considerable risk. You wouldn’t know how the car has been maintained or driven in the past, and there’s no way to verify the seller’s claims. The car may have well-hidden …