Kerala is one of the largest market for used cars in India. But there’s still a doubt among the people when it comes to purchasing used cars. This is mostly because of a common misconception that the used cars are not worth the money as like it’s first generation. Well, from the years of experience in the car sale, we can say otherwise. Used cars are worth the money if you buy it from the right place and under right circumstances. Here are some tips for you to note if you’re planning to buy a used car from anywhere in India.

Setup a Budget.

Setup a budget when you’re planning to buy a car. Choose the car based on your needs. You might be a family of four who doesn’t travel much. In this case, a 4 seater hatchback will be more than enough for you.

Choose the Right car model.

Choose a car variant fit for you. Do some homework on which car brands have more resale value and is actually worth the money. Brands like Maruti Suzuki, Tata and hyundai are most sold used cars and are more dominant in terms of resale value.

Always check the car’s history before buying.

If you’re buying a cars from a car dealer, thoroughly ask for the history of the car and the current situation of the engine and other parts. If you’re planning to buy from a reputed showroom, ask for inspection report of the car. MeraCars offer an inspection report for all our cars which tells everything about the car in details. Having an inspection report helps in a lot of ways than you think. You get to know everything down to a scratch in the car from the report.

Take the car for a test drive.

After checking the history and reports on the car, you still need to take it for a spin. By doing so, you get to know your car more and also check it’s performance on-road. Thoroughly check the car’s gear shift mechanism, odometer readings, engine performance and milage.

Used cars can never fully function as like it's first generation. But, The used car market is an ever growing business and is always trying to give the customers quality vehicles within one's budget range. With the right knowledge, you can easily acquire the right car that fits you, with a budget lower than your expectations.