This is the correct answer. Carfax isn't enough. Deep due-diligence of a particular vehicle is essential, and also checking the repair history of the make x mod

This is the correct answer. Carfax isn't enough. Deep due-diligence of a particular vehicle is essential, and also checking the repair history of the make x model x year in Consumer Reports. In general, older people's final cars (if regularly driven at least some) tend to be in excellent condition. Most durable goods tend to (but not always) result in a lower TCO when purchased used.