| You have probably seen the advertisements in the | | | | cars that are being offered. Most importantly, you will |
| newspaper for government car auctions. When the | | | | find the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). You can |
| federal or local government seizes cars as a result of | | | | look up this number online or at the DMV to find out |
| curtailing illegal activities, it often auctions these cars off | | | | the car's history, including the accident history. This |
| to consumers at fairly low prices. Vehicles offered at | | | | research can help you get a better idea of whether |
| government car auctions are sold as-is, but usually | | | | the car is worth buying before you put down a large |
| they are in good condition. | | | | amount of money on it. |
| If you are in the market for a new car, you may be | | | | You can find information about cars online, and you |
| wondering if you should consider this type of auction. | | | | can even submit a bid or purchase a vehicle over the |
| The main advantage to buying a car from the | | | | Internet. |
| government is that the price will be lower than at other | | | | The downside though minimal with this route is, |
| venues. You can usually get a decent car from | | | | purchasing vehicles unseen is more risky because |
| anywhere from $2, 000-10, 000. Most of the cars run | | | | there might be problems or defects that you don't see |
| well and last for several years. | | | | until you actually look at the vehicle. In addition, getting a |
| The main problem with government auctions, however, | | | | vehicle shipped to you can be a hassle, and shipping |
| other than the lack of warranty, is that you often need | | | | costs are often very high. |
| to be able to pay the balance in full on the day you | | | | If you are looking to buy a vehicle cheaply, government |
| purchase the car. You cannot stretch the payments | | | | car auctions might be your best option. These auctions |
| out over months or years like you can when dealing | | | | allow you to purchase vehicles far more cheaply than |
| with a traditional car dealer. | | | | you would at a used car lot, and the vehicles are likely |
| If you are interested in purchasing a car from a | | | | to be in better condition. Government car auctions are |
| government auction, the best thing to do is look online. | | | | a safe, effective way to get a used vehicle. |
| You will find pictures and descriptions of most of the | | | | |