Buying a used car can be risky. Why? You don't know the history of the vehicle. There are so many things that could have happened that could end up costing you money.

There is a way to change that. Start by getting a free VIN check. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) check will tell you how many entries there are for a particular car in the National Vehicle Database. These entries may include information about a used vehicle's title, DMV, odometer, major damage, theft, lemon, and insurance history.

For around $30, you can also get a very helpful report called a used car history report.

Get a Used Car History Report
Order CARFAX® Vehicle History Reports - specific to a particular vehicle, as identified by its VIN (vehicle identification number). They are otherwise known as "lemon checks" or "record checks". Get a Free instant record check from CARFAX today.

Here's why you should get a used car history report:

• It can save you heartache. These reports will help make sure you don't by a car that you later regret buying.
• It can save you money! You will know more about the car - and information is power. Use the information to negotiate a lower price.
• You'll know whether to continue. You'll have the information you need to decide whether to continue investigating the car, or move on to a different car.

CARFAX offers vehicle history reports. CARFAX vehicle history report also checks to see if the vehicle was a "Lemon", has been flooded or suffers from major recalls.

Don't buy a used car without finding out where it's been!

Get a Used Car History Report

Order CARFAX® Vehicle History Reports - specific to a particular vehicle, as identified by its VIN (vehicle identification number). They are otherwise known as "lemon checks" or "record checks". Get a Free instant record check from CARFAX today.