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Buying a Used Mercedes for the First Time

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Buying a used car instead of purchasing a new vehicle is becoming the economical way to replace the old clunker that’s sitting in your garage. That doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice luxury when you’re trying to save on funds. Purchasing a used Mercedes can often be a great buy, provided you know what to look for. Here are some of the things that you need to be mindful of when you’re looking for a new ride.

Which Mercedes do you want?

The staggering variety of the Mercedes brand is astonishing, from smaller coupes and sedans to SUVs and Vans. Figuring out which model type before you go to the dealership can save a lot of time a headache on the lot. The coupe class, which is aimed at performance and speed, includes the SL and SLK classes, perfect for someone who’s looking to get more performance out of their vehicles. If you’re looking for a more traditional 2 or 4 door sedan, then you’d like to take a look at the CLA, CLS, and SLS classes, which offer the perfect balance of luxury and power. If you require a bit more room for hauling things around town, but still want the luxury and body style of a car, then the A-Class vehicles offer a hatchback rear door that makes accessing your cargo a breeze. Or, if you need to haul a lot of things in style, then the GLK class of SUVs and the B-Class, R-Class, and Viano lines offer unprecedented amounts of space in an incredible package.

Do a Pre-Purchase Inspection

If you’re purchasing directly from a licensed Mercedes dealer, then you’ll be able to rest easy knowing that the car has gone through a piece-by-piece inspection before it hits the used car lot. If you’re purchasing from an internet seller or a stand-alone local seller, you’ll want to do a quick, but thorough, inspection of the vehicle before you take possession of it. Make sure that the engine is in good working order and that there is no visible body damage or damage from possible collisions. If you’re unable to inspect the vehicle in person and you aren’t satisfied with what you see in the pictures that are provided, ask the seller to provide more detailed pictures, and don’t be afraid to let what may look on the surface like a good deal go by if the seller can’t satisfy your requests. Don’t be worried if you don’t find the perfect vehicle on your first search, as there are literally thousands of used Mercedes on the market at any one time, and it’s constantly updating around the country.

Get a Car Vehicle Report

Even though they won’t always give you a full picture of what a car has gone through, it is a good starting point to assess whether or not the vehicle that you’re looking for has had any previous damage, and whether it’s been updated in any way (this is good for any vehicles that have been recalled or had mandatory work done on them, meaning less money out of pocket for you).

Now go out there and find a car that you’re going to be happy in!

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