A neighbor and I are going to an actution 2 check out cars. He told me cars are signifcantly cheaper there. Is This True?
The Model Im looking 4 is a 2000 Chevy Impala or a 1996-2000 Cadillac DeVille, he said both would run about 1,500, even tho average price for both is 4-6thousand. is there a possiblity of finding a 2000 imapala in good shape for 1500?
Also what are the pros and cons of buying at an auction compared to dealerships and private sell.?
What should I be looking out for?
2006-08-21 08:09:22 · 4 answers · asked by Gifted and Gracious 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Honestly, I bought a car from an auction for $1500, could've got it for $500 but some lady wouldn' t stop bidding on it. I've had the car for about a year and a half...the only problem I've had is the starter went out besides that....its treated me good. It also depends on which auction you're going to. If you know a mechanic I would take him/her with you to check out the car, if not then I recommend going to a dealer....atleast some dealers will work with you if you find a problem with the vehicle. At most auctions, you can start the car but can' t test drive the vehicle.
2006-08-21 13:07:40 · answer #1 · answered by purelyprecious1@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The price pay for a car at auction depends on how badly someone other than you want the car in question. The bad thing about auction cars is that they are sold as is, and you have to cough up usually the same day. Unless you know about card and can start it up and check the car out, you could easily get a lemon.
2006-08-21 08:18:26 · answer #2 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can you get the VIN numbers are run them thru CAR FAX?
There are hundreds, if not thousands of "Katrina" cars showing up at auctions around the country. They physically clean up pretty nice, and most will run for "a while" but it's history catches up with the motor, and they are worthless before you even get the "cheap" price value out of them. Then you're stuck with a big pile of junk.
Be VERY careful, looks and a cheap price can be VERY deceptive.
2006-08-21 08:23:39 · answer #3 · answered by kids and cats 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many of the vehicles at auction are vehicles that are deemed unsellable at a legitamate dealer, for one reason or another.
They can be cheap but sometimes you get what you paid for, and that may not always be a bargain.
Good Luck!
2006-08-22 03:36:14 · answer #4 · answered by Vicky 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well there is only 1 pro - it's cheap.
Cons
Sold as seen - if it breaks to bad.
No warranty
No gaurantees, it may have been wrecked in a previous life.
If you know a good mechanic, take them with you.
2006-08-21 08:18:33 · answer #5 · answered by Shockey Monkey 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can sometimes get bargains. when you buy from an auction you buy as is. there are no guarantees.
2006-08-21 08:19:12 · answer #6 · answered by fairlane66gta 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋