Any tips for buying a used car off of Craiglist

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I'm looking at the nice WV Jetta (2001-04) for 3G's

maybe a 2002 sonata or even a 2003 optima

anything I should know beforehand

Im going to bring a friend and test drive the car before I purchase any though
 

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I'm looking at the nice WV Jetta (2001-04) for 3G's
maybe a 2002 sonata or even a 2003 optima
anything I should know beforehand
Im going to bring a friend and test drive the car before I purchase any though
Yes, VW Jettas and Golfs III, IV, V and New Beetles all suck. Any VW that is "Hecho en Mexico" will have mechanical and electrical problems.
 

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Will need spare bulbs and coil packs in the trunk when it comes to those year Jettas. Incredible MPG though if you go with a TDI (mileage will be very high in the 3K range, however.)
 

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bring a mechanic with you, or ask if you can get it checked out by a mechanic beforehand.

Check the tires to see if they need to be replaced soona nd if they do then ask for like 300 off or something.

Check the carfax/car proof

make sure it can pass a safety and emissions test

check the oil

see if its still under warranty,
 
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