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If you're thinking about purchasing a car with water damage or one that's been in a flood, we have one suggestion for you: Unless you can do all the reconditioning and repair work yourself, you probably shouldn't.

These flooded cars pose all sorts of risks, including shorted-out electrical systems, engine and transmission failure, damage to exhaust, brake/ABS systems, and dangerous mold. You may also get bilked into paying thousands of dollars more than the waterlogged car is actually worth. Here are some tips to help you spot potential auto fraud in the form of a flooded…

Maybe you’re fresh out of high school and your folks are helping you out with a down payment. Perhaps you’ve just landed that killer job after college and have decided to reward yourself with a new ride to match. Either way, at some point, you’ll probably be responsible for a car of your own. Better know what you’re doing!

Whether you choose to buy your first pre-owned vehicle from our used car lot near Hialeah or decide to go a different route, we’re happy to offer some pro tips. (And don’t forget to check…

It’s time for a new car. But what should you do with your old one? Trade it in! Exchanging your vehicle is the simplest, quickest way to sell it and buy another.

Of course, getting the most money for your current car is another story entirely. Here are 11 tips to help you bring in the most cash when trading your vehicle to a car dealer near you.

 

2021 Hyundai Tucson

You’re once, twice, three times an Autotrader “Best Non-luxury CPO Program” winner. That’s right, ladies and gentlemen: Hyundai has secured Autotrader’s top pick for non-luxury certified pre-owned brand for the third straight year. What makes the certified pre-owned Hyundai program tick?

Excellent Benefits & Warranty Coverage

Hyundai’s impressive CPO program – which is boosted by a 10-year/100,000-mile EV Battery Warranty and many other industry-leading coverages – clearly lives in a world all its own, much to the chagrin of rivals like Chevy, Ford, Kia and Mitsubishi.

So, you've decided to buy a used car. It's exciting to anticipate a major purchase, but it can also be a little frightening to know you could make a mistake and pay more than you need to -- or worse, bring home a vehicle in major need of expensive repairs.

Fortunately, with a little research and some car-buying savvy, you can get a reliable and affordable used vehicle. Here are a few important dos and don'ts for purchasing the right used vehicle for you.

DO Your Own Research

Even if you're desperate for transportation, take some time…