Edmunds.com is such a great resource for used car buyers, it’s simply too difficult to devote only one post to it. Here are some more ways that this informative website can help you make a decision on the purchase of a used car.

1. Price Trackers
Edmunds.com does the consumer a great service by tracking each month’s best deals and discounts. You can even find the latest incentives and rebates offered by the car manufacturers. This has typically been handy only for new cars, but with CPO programs and the growing demand for used cars, manufacturers are offering attractive deals for those as well.

2. “Holdback” Information
The term “holdback” basically refers to the amount of money the dealer paid to the manufacturer for the vehicle. If you know the holdback amount and subtract it from the sticker price, you get a fairly accurate idea of how much the dealer is profiting from your purchase. Knowing this won’t affect the price too much, but it’s just another helpful negotiating tool when you go to “the table.”

3. Multitude of Tips
In addition to all of the information already mentioned, Edmunds.com is chock-full of tips and helpful hints you can use to get a great used car. If you’re like me, you could probably spend hour after hour just absorbing the information offered on the website.

4. Confessions of a Car Salesman
All right, this might not be helpful for buying a used car, but it’s an entertaining read. One writer went undercover as a car salesman and reported his experiences at his new “job.” If nothing else, it could give you a little insight into the process of buying a used car.

If you’re buying a certified Ford, you can skip much of the research typically needed when buying a used car. The Ford CPO program offers great prices, reliable cars and an extensive warranty that provides consumers with peace of mind without the hassle of research. Visit our dealership today and see what you’ve been missing!

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