Months When Used Car Buying Peaks
Sylvia Porter notes 1965 saw about 22 million used cars purchased and cites factors boosting demand such as postwar population age groups and suburban migration. She lists 10 rules for buyers including dealer reputation, avoid misleading ads, set budget, use NADA guides, test drive, get mechanic inspection, learn prior car use, insist on written warranty, ensure repairs finished, and compare local financing before signing.