5 Questions to Ask When Buying a Used Car in Cookeville, TN

Asking The Right Questions

Have you been researching used cars in Cookeville, TN? As a potential buyer, you may have some questions, especially as it relates to reliability. After all, you’re making a huge investment in something that isn’t exactly new. Here are some questions prospective buyers often ask our dealers when browsing our pre-owned inventory.

1. Does the Car Still Have all the Tools That Originally Came with It?

Certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles will have all the tools and parts that originally came with the vehicle. This includes the spare tire, jack, tool kit, and spare key. However, Non-CPO vehicles may or may not have these components. A dealer will let you know what is and isn’t included in the vehicle.

2. Can I Test Drive the Car?

Yes, you can test drive the car. It’s important that a pre-owned vehicle feels reliable to you. The test drive process is the same as that of testing a new car. It’s best to contact our dealership beforehand to make an appointment, though this isn’t mandatory.

3. What’s the Mileage?

Most buyers rightfully want to know the mileage. The number on the odometer reveals more about the car’s age than the model year. As a general rule, cars that have more than 12,000 miles for every year since their original release may be more shop-worn.

4. Are Maintenance Records Available?

All CPO vehicles come with a history report. Most non-CPO vehicles in our inventory do as well but not all of them.

5. How Do I Learn More About Used Cars at Ford Lincoln of Cookeville?

When visiting Ford Lincoln of Cookeville, feel free to ask our dealers any question that comes to mind. We also have financing assistance available for used cars, much the same way as we do for our new vehicles. Our Ford finance center can help you get started on an application.