To ensure that you purchase a used vehicle you can truly afford, make a budget and stick to it. Many experts advise not to spend more than 20 percent of your take-home pay on monthly vehicle costs.

Wife: If I'm going to buy a used car, where is the best place to buy it?Husband: Broadly speaking, there are certified ...

Private seller or dealership? Compare real costs, risks, and hidden fees so you know exactly where to buy your next used car ...

Buying from a dealer may cost more, but a private seller isn’t always the bargain it seems. Here’s what you need to know. These days, I spend anywhere from 50 to 60 hours a week at the car dealership ...

Always ask a seller why they are selling the vehicle. Ask to see service records and a pre-purchase inspection. Did the car get into an accident? Find out how it got fixed and ask for receipts. You’ll ...

Avoid used car scams and hidden fees. Expert shares 5 red flags that could cost you thousands before you buy.

Helpful used car websites and search engines have made it easier and more convenient than ever to find the right used car. Used car search engine iSeeCars.com uses data to objectively rank millions of ...

Used cars at a dealership generally cost more, but a close run-in with suspicious private sellers showed me why the extra money was worth it.

Chicago Booth study of the market explores the cost of ‘left-digit bias’ and how consumers are penalized for inattention ...