subject: How to Buy Cars, Trucks and SUVs Auctions [print this page] You're not tight-fisted with your money, you're a smart spender! But you need to be careful and avoid purchasing a car that will be a liability. If you are new to buying a vehicle from government and police auctions, you must be wondering why they auction them. The government seizes thousands of cars every month and store them at warehouses. The number of vehicles seized every month continues to increase and it can be expensive taking care of these vehicles. To help with maintenance costs, the government auctions cars, trucks, SUV or any vehicle that has been kept in the warehouse after a certain time.To start with you need to know when these federal auctions are held. There are websites that regularly provide a list of all federal vehicle auctions. For first time buyers, here are a few tips that will ensure you buy yourself a good quality vehicle. Set a budget and decide on the type of vehicle you would like to purchase. You can avoid overspending and not get caught in the excitement of an auction. Auctions can do that to you!If you know someone who has purchased a vehicle at government and police auctions, you can always ask them to tag along. You will be at an advantage with an experienced hand by your side. You can observe how other participants are bidding for vehicles, if potential buyers are not bidding for a particular vehicle; we would recommend staying way too. .A quick look at the interior of a car should give you a fair idea of the cars use. You could also check vehicle tyres, under the hood, and run the engine if possible. These are basic steps that you could follow and identify any problems that vehicle might have. When you purchase a car, truck or SUV from government and police auctions you can be sure that you will get a car with a clean title.Bids start as low as a hundred dollars and usually well maintained vehicles. For people that are on a budget or looking out for a second car, buying a car at a federal auction is quite the bargain. The list of cars that are available at car auctions are endless and they are held at regular intervals which is a benefit when you want a particular model.If you would like an expert to check the car before you make a purchase, federal auctions allow potential bidders to inspect the car. This is done a day before the auction and is another great way to get to buy your dream car.
