| [Help] Autocheck or Carfax Apologies if this is a repost:
Which is better, Autocheck or Carfax?
I'm planning on buying my first used car. I have been living overseas, now I'm coming back to the US and my car is in transit for about a month. Rather than spend $2k for a rental, I'm looking to shell out about a grand plus whatever for registration and insurance on a beater that can last 30 days.
Long story short, which vehicle history checker offers the best bang for the buck?
Thanks.
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sailorPremium
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1 edit | Autocheck...they list reported accidents in many instances where CarFax will show accident free. |
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Having used both services on many vehicles, I have found Autocheck to be more thorough and catch accidents and repossessions more often than Carfax. |
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sailorPremium
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kudos:6 | reply to lt_wentoncha
You can also go look at any car on eBay Motors and see the Autocheck.
Notice the red flag on this car for example
»cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford-Cro···5fTrucks
then click on "View Full Report for Free" to see the entire report which will show a reported accident and the date. ( be sure to scroll all the way down the report )
So if your looking for a temporary beater for transportation until your main ride arrives go to eBay motors and do a search by zip code ( nearest ) and price ( less than $1k ) and you will see cars near you and also see the Autocheck..... for free. |
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