Sometimes they are damaged or mechanically unsound and the previous owners Somethimes they are vehicles that are damaged or the previous owners They have decided to donate the vehicle to get a tax deduction for charitable contribution.
When the state in which the vehicle can not be sold to the public is something when the salvation Army gets a vehicle that they not pass smog, they sell that vehicle to a dealer who will either repair the vehicle to meet smog and safety standards or will resell the car to a wholesaler.
Tip # 1 Before buying a used car you should first drive the vehicle, both on the street and on Check the car for it and check it well. Check both under the hood and inside the trunk. If the car has been in an accident, telltale signs sometimes show up in those places. Look for mismatched paint on the exterior of the vehicle. If a car has been repaired with Bondo, leave it on the lot.
If you have a mechanic that you trust, have them inspect the vehicle before He can can be will worth it. He can not get it to the car. also put the car on a rack and check it for frame damage.
Tip # 2 There is a small charge. There is a small charge. There is a small charge. There is a small charge For these, but it is worth the small fee to make sure the vehicle has not been in a flood and water damaged.
These are the cars that you see advertised "As Is, All Cash, No Warranty" If you are looking at a car that has a lot of miles, subtract The average year mileage is between 10,000 and 15,000 miles so, this vehicle should show less wear and tear mechanically and in the interior. Keep in mind that vehicles have been to useful useful maintenance for 300,000 to 400,000 miles, but this is not usual.
Tip # 3 The cars sold by the salvation Army will have an asking price. Many times the vehicle age will be older than what you will find in Kelly Blue Book. Pricing for cars older than 20 years can be found online at NADAguides.com priced as suggestive and feel comfortable that the car will serve you well, negotiate in good faith for a price. Remember this will not have any commercially marketable value, so its price is your best offer.
Following these tips will take some of the uncertainty out of buying a used vehicle from the Salvation Army. Good Luck.
