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- Purchasing and insuring
a car requires signing a legally binding contract. According to Arizona
law you must be 18 years of age or older to enter into a contract.
- There is no three-day cooling
off rule when purchasing a car! (new or used) You DO NOT have
three days to cancel the contract - this is a
myth!
- Check various publications
for repair records on particular cars to determine reliability.
- Check a car dealer's reputation
with the
Better Business Bureau by visiting their website.
- Find out whether the car
comes with a warranty and what warranties the dealer will honor and
service .
- If you purchase a used car
"AS IS" the Used Motor Vehicle Warranties - "Lemon Law"
A.R.S. § 44-1267 guarantees that the car will be fit for ordinary
purposes for 15 days or 500 miles after delivery.
- If you purchase a used car
from another person (individual) this is considered a "private"
sale and if you cannot settle problems with the seller, you may need
to consider Small Claims Court, Justice Court, or Superior Court for
help.
- Always get a used car inspected
by an independent mechanic (not at the dealership) BEFORE you
buy the car.
- Get ALL promises
in writing!
- Before purchasing a service
contract - consider what possible repairs might be needed, the costs
of service contract deductibles, exactly what is covered and what is
NOT covered;
- READ, READ, READ
any contract BEFORE signing to determine if the service contract
terms are acceptable and meets your needs.
- Research new car features,
dealer's costs, shop around to get the best possible deal, and be prepared
to negotiate.
- If you need to finance your
new car, please remember that getting your financing through the dealership
may not be the best deal for you. Always contact financial lenders directly
(i.e., your bank or credit union) and research all the terms of financing
to get the best deal for you.
- Don't forget insurance!
(Arizona law requires it!) For more information contact the Arizona
Department of Motor Vehicles and the Arizona
Department of Insurance.
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