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I bought my car used.
When going to look at a used car that you are interested in buying, you'll need to bring along a few items--if you're a smart buyer. First, do some research on prices for that particular car. Find lists of inspection tips that you can check off. Also, bring a flashlight and a rag with you, and wear old clothes--plan on looking around under the hood. Set up a time during the day to look at the car so you'll have plenty of light. It's also a good idea to look at the car in the morning, so you can see how it starts when it hasn't been driven. Arrive 15 min. earlier than the meeting time--the owner might be getting the car "ready" for your arrival! One last tip: check to see if the owner's manual is in the car. That usually tells you the car has been taken care of.