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Happy New Year to all of our customers from the Import Motors team.  We wish you and your family all the best in the coming year, and look forward to serving you in 2011.

Whether you are buying a used car in Brockville from Import Motors or are buying a used car from a private party, it’s important that you inspect the vehicle yourself before you buy it in order to make sure that it is safe and up to par with what you’re expecting. Here are some tips that our mechanics put together to help you safely inspect a used car in Kingston before you buy it:

Check the Paint

One of the best ways to tell if a car has been in an accident is to check the paint. If the paint is new, then chances are good that the vehicle has undergone some repair. It’s okay to ask the owner or dealer what kind of damage occurred on the vehicle. You may also want to get your hands on a report of the vehicle by reviewing the VIN number, which is located on the inside of the car door and on the dashboard of the car.

Look for Rust

Some paint jobs may suitably cover up rusty spots. However, it is still important for you to do your best to look for rust. If a vehicle has signs of rust, then you need to look closer. Sometimes, even a small rusty spot can be a sign of weak metal or of a larger hidden problem. Look on the exterior of the car itself as well as in the wheel wells.

Step Inside

Look inside of the car for signs of damage to the upholstery, including the ceiling. It can be expensive to repair fabrics on the interior of cars, especially if they need to be completely replaced because of wear and tear.

Touch the Oil

When you own a car, you may never have to actually touch the oil while you’re changing or inspecting it. However, if you are about to make a major car purchase, it’s time to get dirty. Remove the dipstick and rub a small amount of the oil between your fingers. The oil should feel smooth. If there are particles of any type in the oil, this could be an indication of engine trouble. 

Go for a Test Drive

Make sure that the engine starts at once. Slam on the brakes (they should stop immediately). Check the emergency brake to make sure it works. Shift through all of the gears, even if the car is automatic. Listen for unusual sounds, such as clinking or grinding.

For more information about how to inspect a used car in Brockville, contact Import Motors at www.bestusedcarsottawa.com . We’re always happy to make sure that your used car is safe and that you have peace of mind when you buy with us.

Our customers looking for used cars in Ottawa are often surprised by all of the changes and opportunities that are available for used car buyers. Not only have there been significant technological advancements over the past few years that have made used cars more advanced than ever, but used cars are also more affordable than ever thanks to a long list of money-saving programs that we offer.

Here are a few tips to help our used car customers find the right used cars in Kingston for their needs – with programs that make buying those used cars more affordable than ever:

Know what you’re looking for

The first thing we always recommend to our used car customers is that they know what they’re looking for. Especially when it comes to used cars in Ottawa, there are so many varieties, models, and opportunities to find the right used cars. By determining exactly what you’re looking for from a used car before you start the shopping process, you can have a better chance of finding the right used car for your needs so much faster than ever before. Also, when you know what you’re looking for in the beginning, you can be sure that you drive off the lot with a used car that meets those basic needs.

Do your research

While it’s essential that you know what you’re looking for even before you begin the used car buying process, we are also well aware that many of our customers may not be familiar with many of the features and options that are available to them. For that reason, we always recommend that after customers define their basics wants and needs, they take a closer look at what is currently available in the used car buying marketplace. You may be surprised by what technologies you can afford that may not have even been available the last time you looked at used cars!

Make a budget

Always make a budget before you buy a used car in Kingston. Our lenders and dealers are happy to help you determine what your budget is so that you can find a used car that helps you to comfortably afford your lifestyle – even if you take out a long-term used car loan. The budget is the first step in finding the perfect used car for used needs that you can appreciate for years to come without having the burden of trying to figure out how to comfortably pay for it.

At Import Motors we look forward to helping you find the best used car for your needs. Contact us today at www.bestusedcarsottawa.ca  to get started!

No matter who you are or what your income level is, saving money is important to everyone. For that reason, we are dedicated to helping each of our customers save money off of the purchase of their cars and over the long term period that they own their cars. If you are the used car buying market, you already know that buying a used car in Ottawa can save you a significant amount of money. However, there are some additional advantages of buying used cars that we want to make sure you are aware of before you make your final used car buying decision. Here’s an overview of some of those advantages:

Lower cost of ownership

When you buy a used car in Kingston, you will significantly reduce the cost of ownership in many cases. The cost of ownership not only entails any loan repayments, but it may also include the cost of maintaining the car, paying for insurance, and paying taxes. Used cars come with lower tax rates, which will save you money each year on taxes. Additionally, insurance rates are smaller with used cars. Furthermore, in many cases, the cost to repair used cars is less expensive as well, reducing the overall cost of ownership in many important ways!

Low interest rate

Import Motors, Used Cars Ottawa works hard to provide a broad range of financing opportunities to each of our customers- no matter what types of vehicles they are buying. Our  customers can save a significant amount of money by taking out a loan from our finance department for the purchase of their used cars. Our loan rates are competitive and are often far lower that other loan sources. Furthermore, we offer loans for all of our customers – including those customers with bad credit.

Trade-in

Many of our customers have cars that they no longer plan to use once they buy their used cars. Our trade-in program helps to ensure that our customers can get significant savings off of the cost of their used cars when they buy them through us.  Of course, we will inspect your trade-in to give you an exact value amount.

Contact us today at www.bestusedcarsottawa.com  to learn more about the programs we have in place to help you save money off of the cost of your used cars. We look forward to working with you!