What is the best way to buy a used car?

Question

What are your experiences with vehicles bought certified, from carmax, and private?

Which is the best way to buy one?

I am trying to find a F 150 Supercrew 2005 or newer.

Answer 1

I guess you should also check insurance quotes for the car before buying one, for example here: http://carquotes.fateback.com

As I know F150 is expensive to insure, and very low mpg also...

Answer 2

You'd probably get a better deal for a supercrew if you went private. From a used car dealer you could get a warranty though.

Answer 3

"Right NOW" you can probably get a very good deal at a dealership. With the current price of gas dealers are hard pressed to sell used trucks. Be ready to haggle a little and you'll come out pretty good.