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Expertise
confused buying used...buy with confidence from dealer or private...consumer fears...paying to much...getting a lemon...accident car...fair value for trade...negotiation process...etc...you simply want a fair deal...will answer questions of concern about buying a used ca
Experience in the area
over 30 years in automotive industry, management, retail, wholesale, appraisals, auctions, vintage
Education/Credentials
usedcartips.org
What do you like about this subject?
Having the professional experience to answer all questions...
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
today you simply type a few keywords into your search engine and thousand of links are at your fingertips with advice, but little has changed dealerships still have the upperhand and profit more than ever...WHY... Whats the point having all the answers in front of you if you dont follow the proper steps
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
unless your a professional with many years experience in this business...don't think your in the know ...because your angle is covered
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
have a trade ?...visit 3 Dealerships...and i guarantee 3 different values on your trade.......................................... Go shopping without the proper tools, and you will be a pigeon dealing with a shark
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina | 12/30/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Hi Ray, You are the best. Tks! ..... |
| Gabi | 11/30/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Brian | 10/31/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Tim | 08/22/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Barb | 05/22/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your help. |
Recent Answers from ray paulsen
2012-01-20 Automobile Damage Disclosure Laws in GA:
Hi Phil, I like to help you but, your two line question leaves the door open for many unanswered questions, the only recourse is if you can prove misrepresentation on the dealers part. Did you ever
2011-12-29 looking for Chrysler 300C:
OK Tina,,, so you know how to import the vehicle, all you need is where to find one at the best price,,, right ? Your best choices are autotrader.com and autotrader.ca there are plenty to choose from
2011-12-28 looking for Chrysler 300C:
HI Tina, I can understand why dealers did not want to get involved because every country differ with import rules, the process is 3 stages - Buying - shipping - import regulations, I don't know how
2011-12-14 jaguar:
Hi Zach, To answer your Q, I would pay over $2000. for an 86 Jag if it passed an independent inspection,,, therefore please don't commit to a price before you have a mechanic of you choice checking
2011-11-28 Used car:
Hi Gabi, First let me say I don't consider $5K a tight budget for a used car " condition will be the # 1 concern " follow the right steps finding wheels that will outlast your investment, start with
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