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Clean CARFAX® Report in Canton, GA
When buying a used vehicle, you look for comfort, reliability and updated technology and features. Another thing to look for when buying a used vehicle is the CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™. Do you know what your potential vehicle’s CARFAX® report looks like? When you buy a used vehicle or Certified Pre-Owned model from us at Cherokee County Toyota, we provide a comprehensive CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™, and there are a few things you need to know for a clean report. Keep reading to find out what you should be looking for!
What goes into a CARFAX report?
A CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ tells the potential owner of the used vehicle the mileage, previous ownership, accident reports and any information on the title. CARFAX® uses a vehicle’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to provide information about the vehicle’s history. Below is a detailed list of what is included in a CARFAX®:
Any Damage to the Vehicle
Just because a car looks pretty doesn’t mean it hasn’t been in an accident. A CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ will tell you how many accidents a car has been through and if there were any damages from the accident. You wouldn’t want to buy a vehicle if it has been totalled.
Odometer History
A CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ gives the approximate amount of mileage a vehicle has. You want to be sure that the miles on your vehicle are the actual amount of miles on your odometer, because if there are more miles than the actual odometer reads, then your car might have more problems down the road.
Any Issues with Titling
A CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ will tell you if there were any problems with the title from the prior owner, like a salvage title. You shouldn’t buy from a private seller without the title.
"Lemon Status"
Lemon law status means that the vehicle’s safety or value is impacted due to major repairs or replacements. The damages must be from a manufacturer default and not from previous owners to be considered lemon law.
Records of Previous Owners
A CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ will tell you records of previous owners. You can use the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to access previous owners’ information. You can see if the previous owner has gotten into an accident and any other damages made to the vehicle.
Any Service or Maintenance Records
When you get a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™, you get copies of maintenance records or any vehicle services information. If your car has gone under repairs, like a new transmission or engine replacement, you’ll be the first to know with your report.
Any Warranties Still Valid
If any warranties are still on the car, you’ll be able to know with the CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™. This way you can still enjoy all the benefits of your used Toyota and not have to worry about qualifying repairs or replacements for your vehicle for a while.
Model-Specific Safety Information
The CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ will tell you model-specific safety information. Toyota is one of the leading manufacturers for safety, therefore this is good information to know when riding your Toyota model. Especially if you have kids or pets in the car with you while you’re driving around town!
A Clean CARFAX Report
So, what does it mean to have a clean CARFAX®? No major problems have been reported. If you're selling your vehicle and have maintained it well without getting into any major accidents, you should have a clean CARFAX® report. Be sure to consider all the information on the report before you make your final decision.
If you have any questions about the CARFAX® reports that we offer with our used inventory, please feel free to contact us directly or stop by Cherokee County Toyota at 301 Liberty Blvd, Canton, GA 30114 . As always, we look forward to serving our customers from Canton, GA, and Alpharetta and the greater Atlanta area.