Auto, Used Car buying Tips

Along with buying a home, buying a car – new or used – is one of the most important decisions a consumer will make.  For many people, a vehicle isn’t just a means of convenience or transportation, it’s often an essential component for their livelihood.  Finding the right car that fits your lifestyle, be it [...]

One of the most common questions we receive at United Auto Credit is, “What are the dealer’s responsibilities when it comes to providing information about a vehicle?” Many people do not know what information they are entitled to.  For example, does the dealer have to tell you how much mileage a car has?  How can [...]

Chances are that you know someone, or someone who knows someone, that has a sordid tale to tell about an experience with a used vehicle, trade-in or even the auto credit application process. The sad reality is that there are people who would take advantage of others.  These people exist in a variety of industries, including the [...]

Getting ready to buy yourself a used car?  Well…we all know that cars develop reputations for various things and the list of cars here have quickly become notorious for being the most stolen used cars in Canada. 1. 2000 Honda Civic SiR 2-door 2. 1999 Honda Civic SiR 2-door 3. 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX/WRX STi 4-door AWD 4. 1995 [...]

Buying a used car means getting some pretty great deals but if you’re not careful, you could be a victim of odometer fraud. One of the most common used car scams is tampering with a used car’s odometer. Here are some tips to see if the odometer of a used car has been changed or [...]

If you have a used car or are thinking of buying one, one of your first concerns is probably going to be how to get the best mileage out of your car and save gas. Well, here are a few quick tips that  should help. Choose Well Yes…the first step towards saving gas is to choose [...]

For some, used cars may not have the same appeal as new cars, and they certainly don’t have that addictive new car smell you just can’t seem to get enough of.  But there’s no reason your used car can’t look as good, or better, than new.  In fact, a previously-loved car is usually more fun [...]

You’ve Bought a Used Car: What’s Next? As the owner of a new ‘used car’, you’re obligated by law to register it with the Ministry of Transportation within 6 days of the sale.  The following is a step-by-step guide of the used car registration process: 1. Visit a Vehicle Licensing Issuing Office, bringing your Used Vehicle Information [...]

Those considering the purchase of a used car, or applying for a used car loan in Ontario will often ask us what to look for to ensure they don’t end up with a lemon.  In response, we’ve put together a short-list of 5 common ‘used car warning signs’ for the new ‘used car buyer’: 1. Steering [...]

Part of being a smart buyer is knowing what you’re getting into, especially when making a high value purchase.  For example, when buying a used car in Ontario, know whether you’re getting into a used car that has a lien or other outstanding claim against it.  This can be done by performing a Personal Property Security [...]