Used Cars Online

• Websites such as AutoTrader.com offer certified used cars of any make, model and year. A search engine allows you to search for the kind of car you want without having to sift through hundreds of online classified ads. You can research used cars locally or nationally, calculate payment options, and explore your credit options. A "Reviews & Top Picks" section will even compare top name-brands against one another and offer reviews of each car. But the best thing about websites such as AutoTrader.com is that you don't have to pay a fee to use any of the services. It's free. The only thing you have to pay for is the car you buy. Other websites that offer free car searches and additional features for finding a used car include:
  
  www.cars.com
  www.usedcars.com
  www.smartcarfinder.com
  www.carsdirect.com
  
  

Used Cars in the Newspaper

• Newspapers may no longer be the primary source for news and information, but they're still an excellent resource for potential car buyers. For example, flip open your local newspaper and you will most likely find an automobile section full of classified ads offering new and used cars. In fact, newspapers are still a practical option for buying used cars. You can localize your search and find exactly what you are looking for, simply by skimming the auto classifieds. Posting ads in local newspapers is a lot less expensive than posting them online, which means you will have more local advertisers to choose from. You don't have to worry about sorting through pages and pages of classifieds. Your local newspaper will only print those ads that are relevant to the local automobile market. You'll find used-car ads from car dealerships and manufacturers as well as ads placed by local individuals. Once you find a car you like, call the number on the ad and set up an appointment to take a thorough look at the car. It's that easy.