Avoid Scams When Buying Cars from Private Listings
January 26, 2026|Uncategorized
Learn how to spot red flags, verify sellers, inspect vehicles, and pay safely when buying cars from private listings. Includes a practical checklist and tips.
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Daniel Mercer
Author at VinAudit Blog
Daniel Mercer specializes in automotive market data, vehicle valuation trends, and used-car pricing analytics across Canada. With over a decade of experience working with large-scale vehicle datasets, Daniel translates complex automotive data into practical insights for dealers, lenders, and consumers. His work focuses on pricing behavior, seasonal trends, and risk indicators in the used car market.
14 Articles Published
Articles by Daniel Mercer
Buying a Used Car: The Relevant Documents
January 26, 2026|Uncategorized
Learn the documents you need to buy a used car, how to verify them, and what to file after the sale. Includes checklists, red flags, and state-specific tips.
Tire Inspection Guide: How to Check Tire Pressure and Tread
January 25, 2026|Uncategorized
Learn how to check tire pressure and tread depth, read wear patterns, and set safe maintenance routines to boost safety, fuel economy, and tire life.
The Car You Want Has an Accident History — Should You Still Buy It?
January 25, 2026|Uncategorized
Learn when a car with accident history is worth buying, how to inspect and price it, and the red flags to avoid before you commit.
The Basic Structure Of A Used Car Dealership
January 25, 2026|Uncategorized
How used car dealerships are structured, from sourcing and recon to sales, F&I, compliance, tech, and the KPIs that drive profit.
Scams to Avoid When Buying a Used Car
January 25, 2026|Uncategorized
Learn the top used car scams—title washing, odometer rollback, VIN cloning, yo-yo financing—and how to spot and avoid them with a safe buying checklist.
How To Test Drive A Used Car
January 25, 2026|Uncategorized
Learn how to test drive a used car like a pro: what to check before, during, and after, red flags to avoid, and tips to negotiate with confidence.
How to Safely Drive on Icy Roads in Canada: A Practical Guide
January 24, 2026|Uncategorized
Practical tips for driving on icy Canadian roads: prep your car, plan routes, use safe winter techniques, recover from skids, and handle emergencies.
Essential Questions to Ask When Buying a Used Car in Canada
January 23, 2026|Uncategorized
Buying a used car in Canada? Learn the essential questions to ask sellers and dealers, from history and liens to inspections, taxes, and test drives.
Detecting Odometer Reading Fraud: A Guide for Car Buyers in Canada
January 23, 2026|Uncategorized
Spot and avoid odometer rollback in Canada. Practical inspection tips, data checks, and legal steps to protect your used-car purchase.
Deciding on Residual Value: Exploring Car Lease Buyout Options
January 23, 2026|Uncategorized
Learn how to evaluate residual value, compare market prices, and decide if a car lease buyout is right for you, including costs, taxes, timing, and financing.
Accident Records and Vehicle Safety: What Buyers Should Watch For
January 23, 2026|Uncategorized
Learn to read accident records and spot structural damage, airbag deployment, and safety recalls so you can buy a safer used car with confidence.
Compliance Checklist for Used Car Dealers in Canada
January 23, 2026|Uncategorized
A practical checklist for Canadian used car dealers covering disclosures, VIN verification, and lien checks to stay compliant and build buyer trust.
How to Negotiate a Used Car Price Using Market Data
January 23, 2026|Uncategorized
Use benchmarks, regional trends, depreciation, and fair value signals to negotiate a better used car price. Step-by-step tactics and examples.