Well, usually I get a pal who's a local mechanic check it out, and see what's up, then also get a Carfax report too.
as my dad always says when it comes to used cars " There is a reason it's on that lot."
But I guess for $4200 it's that not that bad since you seem to of got lucky with the warranty.
Does seem kinda overpriced though. My girlfriend's dad recently bought her a used car. 2001 something(can't remember name) and it has about the same cosmetic problems your's does..and it was like $1800. I know 2-3 years is a lot on a cars value but stil.. I guess location would have something to do wtih it too probably :\ Uhm never mind I know what it probably is. The financing. I think he paid in full but since you're doing financing that always adds a crap ton onto the cost.
After all is said n done I wouldn't worry about it and call it a good purchase though. Does it feel nice buying a car? I can't wait to make some sort of purchase like that lol..even though I'm sure it's really stressful.
Use KBB to check the value out..
2003 Kia Optima - Select A Trim - Kelley Blue Book
Adjust that according to the car you're buying, and it'll give you a suggested value.
as my dad always says when it comes to used cars " There is a reason it's on that lot."
But I guess for $4200 it's that not that bad since you seem to of got lucky with the warranty.
Does seem kinda overpriced though. My girlfriend's dad recently bought her a used car. 2001 something(can't remember name) and it has about the same cosmetic problems your's does..and it was like $1800. I know 2-3 years is a lot on a cars value but stil.. I guess location would have something to do wtih it too probably :\ Uhm never mind I know what it probably is. The financing. I think he paid in full but since you're doing financing that always adds a crap ton onto the cost.
After all is said n done I wouldn't worry about it and call it a good purchase though. Does it feel nice buying a car? I can't wait to make some sort of purchase like that lol..even though I'm sure it's really stressful.