Most people look at car shopping in the same way they look at having a tooth pulled. While it’s great to get yourself into a new vehicle, it takes a lot of time and strategy to get it right. By heeding the information that follows, you can make sure the car buying process is enjoyable, rather than miserable.

You should not buy a used car without having a good third-party mechanic look at it first. If a dealer will not let you bring your own mechanic, go somewhere else. A mechanic will help you identify issues and recognize signs of a wreck if you are purchasing a used car.

When buying a vehicle from a private seller, make sure a mechanic does an inspection first. If the owners prevent this, you may want to look elsewhere. There might be issues with the car that could be problematic and expensive to …