Concerned those cheap cars for sale in Gauteng need their wheels aligned? Here are a few signs you can look out for while test driving any vehicle. Is the car doing its best drunken brawler impersonation? A vehicle pulling to the left or right on a straight and even road when you take your hands off the steering wheel is a sure sign that something is amiss.

Test driving a car for sale in Johannesburg and getting the feeling that something isn't quite right? Suspecting alternator problems? The alternator will not just suddenly die on you, but you need to be aware of the signs that develop over time. Here are seven signs that are indicative of alternator problems.

We have all heard that use of the air conditioner in your vehicle takes power (and therefore petrol) away while you are driving. Is this true for used cars for sale in Gauteng, or is it just another car myth? To answer this question, we need to know how a car air conditioner works first. (Information supplied by careerteampartners.com). A compressor circulates the R-134 refrigerant through the rest of the system.

A lot of people are exploring the option of buying a car at an auction. How does it work? Is it a good idea to buy used vehicles for sale at an auction or is it a setup for years of car related problems? Before you participate in an auction, it is wise to first visit and observe. Make sure you understand exactly what is going on and how the whole process works.

Not all sellers of cheap cars for sale in Gauteng are good honest folk. Some of them might be “curbstoners”. What are these so called “curbstoners” up to and why should you watch out for them? “Curbstoners” are usually car dealers who pose as private sellers. Or a “curbstoner” can be an individual who buys damaged cars and then repair and sell them for a living.

Purchasing 2nd hand cars for sale, especially online, always come with the risk of car fraud. Luckily there are a few ways to spot a car scam before you fall hook, line and sinker for it. Look out for the following warning signs. A ridiculously low asking price: you browse through tons of expensive cars and suddenly there it is – a decent looking vehicle for an unbelievably low price.

All car buyers have one thing in common – we all want a good bargain on cars for sale in Johannesburg. There is no magic recipe to achieve this, but there are a few tips and tricks you can use to help you negotiate a lower asking price. Know what you want: make a list of all the cars you are interested in and narrow it down to about five vehicles – this will make your research easier.