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So, you've decided to buy a used car. Good choice, you're going to be saving a lot of money. However, you might be worried about what almost all future used car buyers worry about: how do I make sure I buy a reliable car? After all, buying new seems so safe, since a new car has never seen more than a few miles of test drive wear. You also have that sweet warranty backing you up.

The truth is, though, that buying used affords you several advantages over a new car in terms of finding lasting reliability. Think about it: a new car is unproven. You won't find out until a few years later whether that fancy new transmission design has an irritating tendency to explode while downshifting. With a used car, though, you can easily read up on the model's history, and find out how its reliability record is shaping up.

So, how do you go about determining the reliability record of a specific used car model? The answer is to visit the appropriate owners forums. Simply search for "[my car model] forums," and you should find what you need. On these forums, users will be discussing an incredible amount of minutia concerning their beloved cars. Start reading around, and looking for trends.

What do I mean by trends? I'm talking about posts with titles like "Another '99 Transmission Explodes While Downshifting," and other similar headlines. Basically, if there is a known problem with a given model and year, the people on these forums are sure to know about it. Many forums even make up guides detailing the different flaws in different model years. Read through these, and see if you can find a particular model and year that has very few problems. You can then count on these to be fairly reliable across the entire used car market.

Also, don't be afraid to ask questions yourself. The people in these forums are passionate about their cars, so they're more than often thrilled to share with you. Just be sure that the questions you're asking haven't been clearly covered elsewhere, or you might catch some flack.

So, using car owner forums is just one way of finding a reliable used car, but in my opinion, it is one of the most effective. Trust me, this kind of research will pay dividends when it comes to actually looking through the listings and finding that perfect, super reliable used car.

Sure, you can get a <a href="http://www.cheapusedcarscentral.com">cheap used car</a>, but what about a green used car? Can used cars save the planet? If you're an environmentally concerned individual, you're probably taking a good hard look at how you can reduce your footprint from your lifestyle. A big part of the average person's environmental footprint occurs because of their transportation needs, which for most people means their car.

To help mitigate this, many concerned individuals are buying high priced hybrid cars that get much better gas mileage than a traditional car of the same size. This all sounds very environmentally friendly, doesn't it? However, this thinking neglects one huge part of the picture: manufacturing a new car uses up tons of fossil fuels, and lead to a large amount of fossil fuels being consumed along the way.

Consider what actually building a new car entails. Iron, aluminum, and other raw materials must be mined, refined, and transformed into the raw materials to build a car. These materials have to be transported to a factory, where thousands of electricity powered machines work tirelessly to form the car. The car is then shipped across the country to the car dealerships. This leaves out all the energy consumed in many other parts of the business, but it is quite clear that new cars are not environmentally friendly.

Most people are sold on the benefits of recycling, but this attitude has yet to carry over into cars. When you're buying a used car, you are literally recycling a car. When you choose a used car over a new one, you save vast amounts of resources and energy from being consumed, and vast amount of greenhouse gases from being produced. Quite simple, the environmental savings of buying a used car will far outweigh the small efficiency gain from that shiny new hybrid.

Used cars don't have to be gas guzzlers, either. A used small displacement compact car can get 35 mpg, which isn't as impressive a hybrid, but is still a huge improvement over an SUV. Buying a used car with a manual transmission can also help out with mild hypermiling efforts, to ensure that you get the best MPG your car is capable of. Since manual transmissions are common on older cars, this also makes them appealing.

Of course, you may disagree with the view, and thats OK. However, if you're serious about protecting the environment, you need to consider the entire costs of your actions, not just the reoccurring ones. Next time you're in need of a vehicle, give used cars a good hard look.

So, you're looking into getting a used car, and of course, you want the best deal possible. How do you make sure that you save as much as possible? Well, you've made at least one good choice so far by coming here to Cheap Used Car Central. As you can see, we have a large collection of used car listings for you to browse and compare prices on. If you've got some idea of what you're looking for, you can get quite far just by browsing these car auction listings.

To really get a good deal, though, you need to understand as much as possible about the car you're looking at. Identify exactly which cars you want, and make a list. Regularly check back on the auction listings to see what they go for on average. Once you get an idea of what your car of choice goes for, you'll be able to spot a good deal when you see one. Knowing what a deal actually looks like is the best way to spot one.

Another way to get a great deal is to be willing to perform repairs on the car you by. Since many people are afraid to repair a car they purchase, a car that requires repairs will be undervalued compared to a fully working one. If you are a competent mechanic, you might be able to save quite a bit of money by going with this option.

Other way to get a deal is to go without popular options. Can you go without AC? Drive a manual transmission? Going without can save you big, if you're willing to make the sacrifice. Give it a thought, and see what you can save.

So, if you're looking to get an extra good deal, take all these tips into consideration. Basically, getting a good deal on car boils down to understanding exactly what you do and don't want in a car, knowing the pricing perfectly, and watching the listings for the deal you want. Please come back, check out the listings, and begin shopping for the deal of a lifetime.

Financial freedom is a goal many strive for, but the harsh economic realities of today's world make this a difficult thing to achieve for many. However, there is one area of most people's lives that is wide open to financial improvement, and that is their cars.

It's a fact, most people are spending a significant amount of their income. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the typical household spends seventeen percent of their total household expenditures on car ownership costs. Take a minute and think about how much this number is for you. Better yet, go out and calculate what your total car ownership costs are. Be sure you're including everything, not just car payments. Include insurance, gas, repairs, registration, depreciation, taxes, and everything. I can almost guarantee you looking at this number will not be pleasant, but please take the time to go ahead and see what you're dealing with.

Done with that? You're probably quite shocked now at how much really spend on your vehicles, especially if you're a new car owner. Would you like to reduce that number drastically? It may not seem possible, but there is a really easy way to save an incredible amount of money on your car costs, and that is to drive a clunker.

"Great," I can hear many of you saying, "I could also cut down on food costs by eating only ramen." For many, what I'm proposing will never be a viable solution, and that's OK as long as they're happy with their finances. However, if you want to get serious about controlling your spending, read on to find out why I think clunkers are such wonderful things.

First of all, let me say that clunkers can be unbelievable cheap compared to what you might be used to spending on a car. For the past five years, I have been driving a 20 year old clunker that I picked up for $1500, which is obviously hugely less than any new car, or even any the large majority of used cars. It's a normal sized five seater, four cylinder car, and gets me an average of 25-35 mpg, depending on my total highway usage. I pay peanuts per months for the liability insurance required by law, and nothing more, as it doesn't make sense to spend more on a car this cheap. I spent almost nothing to buy the car (with no reoccurring payments or interest), my insurance is super cheap, my maximum depreciation is just the difference between the low cost of the car and its scrap value, and I'm getting great gas mileage. So affordable.

But, many of you are probably screaming at me in your heads right now about what I'm leaving out of this picture: repairs. Doesn't this thing need a new engine or transmission every year? The simple fact is that I've spent very little on repairs over the five years I've owned the car. The most expensive single repair was replacing a broken alternator, which I installed myself. Of course, there is always the chance of a catastrophic failure occurring, like a broken engine or transmission, but if something like this happens, I can either try to repair (which might not be that expensive), or simply spend $1500 on another clunker that will last me another five years. I'll still be way ahead of the game when it comes to car costs.

Many of you will just ignore the advice in this article. After all, who really wants to drive a clunker around all the time? And in fact, many people do have impressions they need to keep up that require a nice car (such as real estate agents), and thats fine. Many can afford a nicer car without a problem, and thats great. However, most people just use their cars as basic transport, without any need for the latest special features, or any of the benefits of a newer car. Buying an older vehicle will save you a lot of money over the years, and in today's tight times, thats something everyone can appreciate.

It pains me a bit to put these on a site called "Cheap Used Cars," but not everyone else shares my same financial perspective, I understand. For this much money, you can walk away with many of those new cars that your rich neighbors bought, only to turn around and sell once the new car smell went away. They took a huge hit, but you don't have to. Pick up one of these sweet rides today and start driving in style.

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Toyota FJ Cruiser 4X4 6 Spd 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4X4 6 Speed Manual Low Miles    US $15,000.00

Hyundai Elantra GLS 08 Elantra GLS auto windows locks xm 33 MPG    US $14,633.00

BMW 3 Series 330I 2006 BMW 330I Premium Sport Package    US $20,000.00

Volkswagen Beetle Classic 1970 Volkswagon Beetle Convertible    US $11,500.00

Hyundai Elantra GLS 07 Elantra GLS Auto sunroof all pwr cd 33 MPG    US $12,723.00

Chevrolet Suburban LT White Chevy Suburban 2 WD 4 Door 3rd Row Seat    US $17,600.00

Chevrolet Impala LT 2006 Chevrolet Impala LT 24k 1 Owner lease NICE    US $13,500.00

Jeep Wrangler Sport 2003 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT    US $13,491.00

BMW 5 Series 48 550I 4 D Low Miles BMW 5 series Sedan LEASES NEW UNDER 600 A MTH    US $12,100.00

Dodge Magnum 2008 DODGE MAGUM V6    US $14,750.00

Chrysler 300 Series SAVE BIG SALE DOWN ON ALL INVENTORY FREE SHIPPING    US $14,700.00

Ford Mustang FASTBACK FORD MUSTANG FASTBACK 22 A CODE 4 SPEED    US $15,100.00

Lexus LS 430 Ultra Luxury Edition    US $11,100.00

Pontiac G6    US $13,975.00

Chevrolet El Camino 1970 CHEVELLE SUPERSPORT SS 396 ELCAMINO    US $15,200.00

Infiniti G35 G35 2006 Infinity G35    US $15,800.00

Jeep Commander SERVICED 2006 JEEP COMMANDER 4X4 DUAL MOONROOFS 20K    US $14,888.00

Chevrolet Corvette FLAWLESS NJ 03 Chevrolet Corvette 50th ANNIVERSARY MINT LOW MILES    US $18,000.00

Volkswagen Jetta 2006 VW Jetta Silver very clean    US $10,000.00

Chevrolet Corvette INDY 500 Nice Florida Corvette Indy 500 Pace Car NO RESERVE    US $19,900.00

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Ah, now we're approaching prices that you could actually get new cars for (admittedly fairly poor ones). Used cars in these price range are excellent values, because you can get some really solid, fairly new cars that will run great. Sure, its not the latest and great, but at least you didn't have to take that massive depreciation hit, right? For many, this is the sweet spot for cheap used cars. Still, be careful when dealing with each seller, because you need to make sure you understand exactly what you are getting. However, if you do your basic homework, you'll be thrilled at how nice of a car you'll be getting for so little money.

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Chevrolet Cobalt LTZ 2006 Chevy Colbalt LTZ    US $12,594.00

Isuzu VehiCROSS 1999 Isuzu V Cross SUV 4x4 Great Condition LOW MILEAGE    US $7,100.00

Volkswagen Jetta GLX Hott JettaGLX V6 28 5speed must sellmoving    US $6,000.00

International Harvester Scout International Scout II Restored Classic 4x4 Green 1973    US $5,600.00

Toyota Prius 2007 Toyota Prius    US $7,655.00

Mercedes Benz M Class 2003 Mercedes Benz ML 350    US $6,600.00

Volvo V70 V70 24T AWD 2002 VOLVO V70 AWD BLACK WAGON 89K EXCELLENT CONDITION    US $5,100.00

Toyota Avalon xls Toyota avlon 79000 miles great shape gold kit    US $5,900.00

Buick Skylark 1967 Buick Skylark 26438 Original Miles    US $5,500.00

Chevrolet Corvette Chevrolet Corvette Chevy    US $7,350.00

Porsche 928 S Coupe 1986 928S PORSCHE 2 Door Coupe A T 32v Air SHARP    US $5,377.00

Volkswagen Jetta 2006 VW Jetta Silver very clean    US $10,000.00

Chevrolet El Camino ss 396 1970 el camino ss 396    US $14,000.00

Ford Excursion 2003 Ford Excursion V10 loaded    US $7,900.00

Ford Explorer Sport Trac desiregoodreliablethe bestnewusedwell maintained    US $9,995.00

Honda CR V EX PENN AUTO SALES FLORIDA CAR EX 4X4 LOW RESERVE    US $8,600.00

Dodge Sprinter 3500 2008 DODGE SPRINTER 3500 LOADED VERSITILE MUST SELL    US $5,300.00

Lincoln Navigator 4x4 Upgrade Package Excellent    US $5,590.00

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2006 CHEV SILVERADO 1500 WORK TRUCK BEDLINER V6    US $7,200.00

Honda Odyssey EX L EX L SUNROOF LEATHER PENNSYLVANIA AUTO SALES    US $8,700.00

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Ok, now we're starting to climb out of the clunker range here. If you shop smart, you get can some great cars with fairly modern features for still very affordable prices. These won't be your flashiest cars, but they can be some of the most solid value options for many buyers. Some might still regard these as "clunkers," but as someone who drives a real clunker, I would beg to differ. This price will get you a smooth running vehicle with many years left on it. Check them out.

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Jeep CJ 7 1984 Jeep CJ 7 ONE OF A KIND NO RUST AWESOME    US $4,250.00

Ford Other Pickups Ford F 1 1948 Ford Pick Up w o powertrain    US $2,500.00

Honda Accord 98 Honda Accord    US $3,500.00

Ford Other Pickups Ford F 1 1949 Ford Pick Up w o powertrain    US $2,500.00

Lincoln Town Car LINCOLN TOWN CAR EXECUTIVE SERIES    US $2,525.01

Volkswagen Bus Vanagon Westfalia 1976 VW WESTFALIA $1999 NR    US $3,300.00

Honda Accord 1997 HONDA ACCORD    US $3,000.00

Nissan Frontier SE repairablewrecked 2006 Nissan Frontier truck    US $6,000.00

Land Rover Range Rover SE RED MOUNTAIN ROVERS PRESENTS 1999 RANGE ROVER    US $4,000.00

Ford Focus ZTS Clean Wont Last Long 2001 Ford Focus ZTS    US $4,594.00

Buick Regal Sport Coupe 1978 Turbo Regal runs good in Livonia Michigan    US $4,000.00

BMW 3 Series 328IS COUPE WITH SPORT PACKAGE    US $2,550.00

Chevrolet Silverado 2500 4x4 3 4 ton diesel silverado truck    US $4,000.00

Porsche 944 944 excellent machincal condition    US $2,700.00

Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 SLT    US $2,700.00

Chevrolet Blazer 98 Chevy Blazer 4x4 4door GREAT SHAPE    US $3,000.00

Cadillac DeVille DTS SEDAN 1999 CADILLAC DEVILLE SEDAN LOW MILES LOADED LUXURY    US $4,049.00

Jeep CJ CJ 7 Restored 1984 CJ 7 Great Jeep Verry Clean    US $4,425.00

Pontiac Trans Am V8 corvette engine    US $3,500.00

Honda Civic DX 1998 Honda Civic DX 2 Door 4Cyl Great Mileage    US $4,000.00

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So, maybe those cheap used under $1000 cars weren't your thing, and you're looking into getting something a little nicer. These cars are currently going for prices between $1000 and $2500 dollars, which is a price range I like to call the "clunker sweet spot." This doesn't sound flattering, but if you dig around and find yourself a decently running car, you'll have picked up a usable form of transportation at a very low cost. For the non-status concerned among us, these can be great rides.

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Ford Other Pickups Ford F 1 1948 Ford Pick Up w o powertrain    US $2,500.00

Ford Other Pickups Ford F 1 1949 Ford Pick Up w o powertrain    US $2,500.00

GMC Delivery Van 1997 GMC Utilimaster P Series Van    US $1,275.00

Chevrolet C 10 C 10 1968 Chevrolet C 10 Custom Camper    US $2,300.00

Chevrolet G20 Van 1995 CHEVROLET G30 PASSENGER VAN 177519    US $1,448.00

Chevrolet Camaro rs 1990 chevy camaro    US $1,467.00

Ford F 150 XLT Supercab Green and White Short Bed w cap    US $2,225.00

Kia Rio Cinco Wagon 2002 Kia Rio    US $1,475.00

Oldsmobile Aurora OPTIMUM SUPER NICE LUXURY AND SPORT SEDAN CLEAN AND VERY CHEAP    US $2,025.00

Chevrolet Impala 2000 CHAMILLION PAINTED IMPALA ON 6 84Z MORE    US $1,025.00

Chevrolet Express Express 2000 Chevy Express white cargo van    US $2,150.00

Ford F 350 1983 FORD F350 TOW TRUCK    US $1,500.00

Cadillac DeVille DTS RARE JEWEL BLACK ONYX 84 COUPE CADILAC    US $2,025.00

Ford E Series Van 2001 FORD E350 CUBE VAN    US $1,225.00

Ford F 100 1960 Ford F 100 w orginal 292 v 8 low miles    US $1,875.00

Volvo 940 1993 Volvo 940    US $1,000.00

Chevrolet Astro LS 1998 ASTRO LS PASSENGER VAN QUAD SEATING 3RD ROW LOADED    US $1,025.00

Hyundai Sonata GLS 06 MOONROOF LOW MILES ABS CRUISE POWER WINDOWS LOCKS    US $1,525.00

Chevrolet Cobalt LS 08 LOW MILES CD ABS AC SATELLITE RADIO MP3    US $1,000.00

Pontiac G6 MOONROOF 06 MOONROOF LOW MILES CRUISE POWER LOCKS WINDOWS    US $1,525.00

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Really want to save some money? These cars under $1000 dollars will certainly do that. Keep in mind, though, that many of these will mostly likely require some sort of repairs to keep going, so don't get too excited. In fact, many of these may not be running. However, if you do your homework, communicate with the seller to figure out exactly what you're getting, and are not afraid of breaking out a few tools, you can score some great deals and get a cheap used car. Check them out.

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Cadillac Fleetwood LIMOUSINE BLACK 6DR LIMO FLIP SEATS BLACK LEATHER 88K MILES    US $430.00

Jeep Grand Cherokee JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 1993    US $600.00

GMC Delivery Van 1997 GMC Utilimaster P Series Van    US $1,000.00

Buick Roadmaster 1952 BUICK ROADMASTER NO RESERVE    US $255.99

Ford F 150 Cheap 1979 ford f150 4x4 that will pull a house down    US $515.25

Chevrolet C K Pickup 1500 1985 Chevy Pick up MUST SELL    US $720.00

Dodge Intrepid For Sale 1998 Dodge Intrepid    US $331.00

Volvo 940 1993 Volvo 940    US $1,000.00

Chevrolet Cobalt LS 08 LOW MILES CD ABS AC SATELLITE RADIO MP3    US $1,000.00

Hyundai Elantra GLS 07 MOONROOF LOW MILES ABS CRUISE POWER WINDOWS LOCKS    US $255.00

Saab 9 5 23t 06 LEATHER MOONROOF TURBO HEATED SEATS CD CHANGER    US $580.00

Saab 9 5 CD Stereo Gorgeous 2005 Saab 9 5 Aero turbo Low MileageClean    US $610.00

Lincoln Town Car executive CHEAP PARTS OR FIX    US $345.00

Jeep 1958 Jeep FC 150 Forward control Parts Vehicle NoReserv    US $202.50

Honda Civic EX 1993 Honda Civic EX 2dr Coupe Automatic    US $550.00

GMC Sierra 1500 1994 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD    US $450.00

Mazda B Series Pickups b 4000 mazda pickup    US $805.00