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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1976
Page
4
Local dealers explain how to pick a quality used car and avoid common traps. They compare buyer tricks to outwitting oneself and outline signs of a good vehicle, offering practical tips for choosing reliably.
A feature urges buyers to choose a trusted local dealer. Dealers A to E advise checking budget and financing, prior service records, and the car’s history, including owner count and maintenance. Independent inspections are optional but not definitive. Emphasis is on trustworthy dealers, avoiding ill advised bargains, and verifying repainting or body work.
A Washington area guide advises Jane Does to diagnose common causes when a car stalls. It details three main failures fuel ignition or mechanical breakdown, notes red warning lights and actions for oil pressure hot and alternator lights, and offers practical driving tips to prevent stalls and safely handle tire and battery checks and flood-starts in winter.
Washington dealers find women prioritize appearance color and size while men focus on service records performance and equipment. Some insist both sexes value style and color, with buyers seeking extra equipment over economy. Many women rely on trusted dealers and appearance to judge a car, while men tend to ask mechanical questions.
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