Things to consider when buying a vehicle

Buying a vehicle new or used is always a nerve-wracking event. There are so many things to consider and so many ways a deal can go awry. Arm yourself with information before you head to a dealership. The State of Kansas and the Federal government have some helpful tips and guides to help you know what your rights are when buying a new or used vehicle.

FTC information regarding the privacy of your personal information given to a dealer: http://business.ftc.gov/documents/bus64-ftcs-privacy-rule-and-auto-dealers-faqs

FTC Facts for Consumers; Buying a used car:
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/autos/aut03.shtm

Federal Law 16 CFR Part 455- Trade Regulation Rule; Sale of Used Motor Vehicles:
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/guides/usedcar-comply.shtm

Car buying tips from the Kansas Attorney General:
http://www.ksag.org/files/Cartips.pdf

Facts about Vehicle Repossession:
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/pubs/consumer/autos/aut14.shtm

Kansas Lemon Law:
http://www.kslegislature.org/li/statute/050_000_0000_chapter/050_006_0000_article/050_006_0045_section/050_006_0045_k/

Better Business Bureau summary of the Kansas Lemon Law:
http://www.bbb.org/us/Storage/16/Documents/BBBAutoLine/KS-LLsummary.pdf
and
http://www.bbb.org/us/Storage/16/Documents/BBBAutoLine/KS-LLaddinfo.pdf

Article contact: Kim Harp