Shopping on a Budget - How to Save Money
Your guide to getting a great deal on everything from airfare to zucchini. (Don't miss our updated 2008 and 2009 guides for more!)
Paige Greenfield and Meredith Bryan
O, The Oprah Magazine | From the August 2010 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine 
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1. Check sites like AutoTrader.com and Craigslist.org. "Used-car dealers are trying to make a profit," says Philip Reed, senior consumer advice editor at Edmunds.com. "Private parties just want to turn their car into cash." 2. If you do go to a dealer, look for less-popular (and cheaper) hues like green, red, or yellow. 3. Get the car's vehicle identification number (VIN) and run a vehicle history report at CARFAX.com or AutoCheck.com. |
