10 Commonly Used Car Scams to watch out for

Buying a used car can be a daunting experience especially for those who are new to the process. With so many scammers out there, it’s easy to get taken advantage of. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back. In this article, we’ll expose the top 10 used car scams and provide you with the inside scoop on how to avoid them. 10 Commonly Used Car Scams to watch out for 1. The Odometer Rollback You’ve probably heard of this deceptive and highly illegal practice before. Odometer rollback is the act of manipulating the vehicles odometer, most commonly to alter the total mileage the car was driven. Making the vehicle appear to have lower mileage may make the car more attractive to potential buyers and fetch a higher premium. It’s a clever trick but it’s not foolproof. Here’s how to catch them in the act: check the odometer reading on the car’s title and compare it to the reading on the odometer. Always run a VinCheckUp vehicle history report to check for last reported odometer readi...