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Exposing Deceptive Practices and fraud by unscrupulous vehicle sellers What you should know before you make your next purchase.   Vehicle seller fraud is an unfortunate part of the  automotive  industry. Vehicle seller fraud can take various forms and it's crucial for buyers to be aware of potential scams. Therefore, we've opted to compile a list of scams and deceptive practices based on direct experiences and firsthand accounts shared with us over the years.   Odometer Rollback:   Odometer Rollback is an old deception where the seller misrepresents the number of miles the vehicle was driven by illegally manipulating the odometer to show a lower  mileage . By changing the vehicle mileage , the vehicle may appear less used than it actually is and fetch a higher premium.   The buyers may end up paying more for a vehicle than its true value and they may face unexpected repairs sooner than expected. The good news is that with the widening adoptions of stat...

Vehicle for open recalls A vehicle recall is a formal action taken by an   automotive   manufacturer or a relevant regulatory authority to address safety-related defects or non-compliance with various safety and government standards in a particular   make or model   of vehicles. When a defect is identified as posing a safety risk to the driver or occupant as well as other road users the manufacturer initiates a recall to rectify the issue.   It is vital to be aware if your current vehicle or the vehicle you intend to purchase has any  open recalls . Luckily, checking for vehicle recalls is a relatively simple process.   he first thing you will need in order to check your vehicle for recalls is locate your Vehicle Identification Number or VIN for short. A  VIN Number  is a unique 17-digit sequence of letters and numbers that serves as the vehicles serial number.  The VIN can be located on the vehicle dashboard visible through the windshie...

10 questions you should ask before buying your next preowned vehicle Buying a used car   is a great way to save money and still get a wonderfully valuable item out of the process. The best part about it is that used cars can be just as effective and reliable as a brand-new   automobile . If you do your due diligence, you should be able to locate a vehicle at a reasonable price, should you choose a dealer or a private seller.   But if you are buying a used car, you need to do some investigating and research. There are certain questions that you should ask when you are hunting for a preowned car to call your own. By asking these questions, you will receive a frank, honest history of the automobile and will have a better understanding of what will come ahead for it. You need to know everything you can about any car you will call your own. Here are the best questions to ask to fill in all the blanks and have a solid, truthful history of your ride.   Why are they Sel...