For those of you wondering if you can afford to buy your dream car and still get a excellent running car, the answer is, yes of course you can. Buy a Bank Repo or seized car from a live auction. No Problem right??

When it comes to automobile shopping it would be a lie to tell you there is no hazards lurking when buying used cars. In respect of grand world of mechanics there is always chances to be taken. Nevertheless when you know what you want and do some work you will find that special car you love and it will love you back. With a savings of 50% to 60% off retail that’s a opportunity worth your efforts.

So.. to help make things a little easier for you when buying a used car especially at a live car auction here are 5 of the top buying tips based on extensive research and experience from buyers all over the country.

1. Bank Repo’s and Seized vehicles offer a good choice for bidding on at Car Auctions and buying cheap and still get a great car. There are many types of cars with different back grounds at these car auctions.Some are salvage vehicles from accidents or floods/disasters place up for auction by insurance companies or individual owners etc.. Sometimes you can distinguish a little about the car by looking at the paper form if they offer it. The easiest thing to do is get the vin # and do a story check online at Experian ?checkauto?. Bank Repo’s and seized vehicles are a good choice because they were normally well kept by the owners and very often are in good condition

2. While you’re checking the vin # make sure you write it down have a pen and some paper with you when you go. Next, you will want to open all the doors, hood and trunk and check that vin# against all vin#?s found on the vehicle. Sometimes they are on the door sticker and/or trunk. See if they all match the one that is plated in the lower corner behind the windshield usually on the driver side. If they don?t match, it is possible the car was in a severe wreck and the door panels were switched or the car was stolen and it would be advisable to stay away from this one.

3. Ok now that you have all the doors open it is a good time to peak under the seats and check for rust on the seat mounts, also feel under the carpets for dampness,in the front, back and trunk. Your checking these things because they are a good indication the car was flooded if you find any of the above symptoms. Also check the engine block to see if there is a water line stain of any sort around the engine. The bad thing about when a car gets wet is the wiring continues to corrode for years after and that creates multiple electrical problems. Best to move on and find another car.

4. You will want to check the oil dipstick in the engine area. Pull the dipstick out and look for heavy dirt deposits or sludge in the oil on the end of the dipstick. If it has these signs it probably wasn?t maintained well or has been sitting a long time. Be leery of that, could also mean has some serious engine problems.

5. Now last but not least is the transmission check. While you are checking the oil also check the transmission by pulling the dipstick out and see if it has heavy deposits or if it has a fowl smell is a sign of not being maintained. Then if that checks out ok, start the car put your foot on the brake and hold it there, then put it in drive and then slowly into reverse to see if there is a clunking noise or slipping feel while you hold the brake. Do not drive the car around that’s not allowed at car auctions. A little clunk is ok, but If there is excessive noise it’s got problems walk away from that one too.

There aren’t many things guaranteed in life but if you do the 5 inspection tips mention above it defiantly limits the risks of buying a junk car. What may appear nice on the outside is not always what is on the inside. Spend some time looking over the cars, enjoy it and really know what you are bidding on before you start to bid on it.

One more thing you should keep in mind when browsing for any car. Do not get connected to a car survey the guide lines and avoid the auction cars with the problems as referred above. There is many great automobiles out there you will find what you want if you just look hard enough. Even if you depart an auction empty handed there is slew of auctions every week in every state across the country. Happy car shopping! Enjoy your search and have fun!