Because the cars have been used by many drivers, they probably are not as well cared for as cars driven by one person. However, often this is reflected in the price, which means that you can get a good deal. Banks sell repossessed cars to pay off defaulted loans. The vehicles can often be purchased at auctions or directly through the banks. The quality of your deal depends totally on who drove the car and how well he or she took care of it.
Individuals sell their cars through newspaper ads.
However, have the car checked out thoroughly by a mechanic before you buy it because you may not receive any warranties or other protections once you purchase the vehicle. Once you've found a car that passes all these tests, perform one more test. Turn your checklist results over to your mechanic and have him or her verify you findings. If the mechanic agrees with you, bargain with the seller as you would with the salesperson at a new-car dealership. Use as a guide the price found on The National Automobile Dealers Association or Kelley Blue Book web site.