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  A vehicle may be categorized as a lemon when it is determined to have significant manufacturing defects that affect their safety, value or utility. These defects are often irreparable despite multiple attempts to fix them.   Lemon Vehicles     Generally, various laws require the manufacturer to   repair , replace or refund the purchase of the vehicle if it meets specific criteria. We cannot clearly identify the legal definition of a   lemon vehicle   because each and every state has different laws with different previsions designed to protect consumers who purchase these defective vehicles. However, most state lemon laws stipulate that the manufacturer/dealer would have to have made a reasonable effort to rectify the defect and the vehicles remain out of service for a certain period of time before a lemon claim can be filed. For help with a possible lemon claim we suggest you research your local state   lemon laws   and if need be, seek the...

  When your vehicle is in need of repair, you'll typically take it to your local mechanic shop or dealership. When you receive the estimate or itemized receipt for the work done on the vehicle, you'll notice a variety of charges, but the majority of the bill will consist of just two components: labor costs, which are typically calculated based on hours worked and the cost of parts. auto part   The per hour labor costs for  mechanical repair  will vary greatly depending on the vehicle, the repair shop as well as the location. Typically, a shop will charge anywhere between $50 to $250 per hour. However, especially shops specializing in exotic vehicles or custom fabrication may exceed the $250 per hour rate. Be sure to ask for the shop rate before agreeing to them working on your vehicle including running diagnostics.   While the hourly labor rate is fairly straight forward the replacement car part costs is not. Car parts may be sold at a different price within dif...

Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Vehicle  In the recent years we have seen a shift in the  used car market   . It appears that consumers are showing more interest in certified pre-owned vehicles. Certified preowned vehicles may offer some additional assurance of quality through the use of extensive pre purchase inspections, maintenance and extended warranties. However, CPO vehicles will typically be sold at a higher price than its non-CPO alternate.    In this article we will explore all of the pros and cons of buying a “Certified Pre-Owned vehicle and assist you in determining if buying CPO is right for you?”   Pros of Certified Pre-Owned Cars:   1.  Peace of Mind:  The primary advantage of buying a CPO car tends to be the peace of mind they offer. Most CPO vehicle undergo an extensive inspection and refurbishment process by a manufacturer certified facility. During this service the vehicle undergoes regular service along with all necessary repairs...