Bargain Network Motors Offers Members Incredible Rates on Used Cars Nationwide.
Goleta, California, (PRWEB) October 16, 2005 -- Hurricanes Katrina and Rita have devastated entire towns across the Gulf Coast -- and the fallout may echo across the used-car industry as unscrupulous sellers try to unload storm-damaged cars without identifying them as such. Fortunately, Bargain Network Motors reports, used-car buyers with a keen eye for detail can avoid getting caught in a flooded automobile purchase.
Storm damage to late-model cars can be particularly perilous, Bargain Network Motors says, because many of the features in newer models rely so heavily on electronics. While certain features -- automatic window openers, door locks and CD players -- can be easily tested before purchase, damage to other features that rely on electronic sensors, such as stability control and brakeforce distribution, might go undetected during a test drive.
Bargain Network Motors therefore offers a few useful tips to keep you from getting swamped in the used-car market:
-- Do your homework. Get the vehicle identification number (VIN) for any car you’re considering, and run a Vehicle History Report on it. The report can identify hidden problems in a vehicle, including flood damage, odometer rollbacks, lemon and accident history, junked titles and more. Bring this report along when visiting the seller.
-- Get your hands dirty. Check for mud and dirt around the engine, including the alternator crevices, wiring harnesses, starter motors, power steering pumps and other areas floodwaters might reach. Inspect the wiring system for signs of rust, corrosion and water residue. Check the undercarriage for signs of rust or flaking, particularly in newer models that shouldn’t show such signs yet.
-- Keep your eyes open. Look for evidence of water damage -- stains, water residue, dried mud and more -- in the interior compartment, especially under floorboard carpets, behind door panels and in the upholstery. Newly replaced or recently shampooed carpets can be signs that the seller is trying to hide something. Rust in the dashboard and other areas above puddle level should raise flags as well.
-- Get nosy. A musty smell in the interior or in the trunk is one of the telltale signs of water damage, which can leave mold in its wake.
Bargain Network Motors offers members easy, toll-free access to Auto Experts who can comb a proprietary database of over one million vehicles to locate affordable cars, trucks and minivans across the country. Members can find great deals and the most up-to-date listings, including vehicles recently made available through bank repossessions, charities, corporate liquidations, dealer trade-ins, the federal government, local police departments and other sources.
Through Bargain Network Motors, members can locate vehicles in their area, get pricing advice and access discounts on vehicle history reports as well as preferred rates on car care at national auto repair and maintenance shops.
About BARGAIN NETWORK MOTORS
Bargain Network (BN) Motors is a unique member service that helps consumers find the best automotive bargains. BN Motors is the ONLY complete auto buying and listing service that does not accept compensation from partners or dealers because members pay a low monthly membership fee (after a free trial membership), which provides consumers with impartial pricing information on nearly 1 million car listings. The BN Motors database includes almost 3,000 Live Auction Events which include repossessions, police impounds, government surplus and other distressed vehicle sales. BN Motors validates, updates and aggregates this information and makes it accessible and usable by offering members the choice of access methods including the website, telephone access to Bargain Auto Specialists, or printed handbooks and listings sent via the mail. Learn more about Bargain Auto here.
About Bargain Network
Bargain Network is a unique membership service that provides consumers with best price information on significant purchases such as homes, vehicles and consumer products. Because Bargain Network is a membership service, it does not accept any advertising or compensation from merchants, so consumers are guaranteed unbiased, impartial and complete pricing information. Bargain Network's members pay a low monthly membership fee after a free trial membership. Learn more about Bargain Network here.
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