Are you a savvy car buyer? Test your knowledge with our car buyer quiz!
Even though information is more readily available today than it’s ever been, buying a new car can be an intimidating process. There’s a lot of technology to keep track of, and salespeople are notorious for slinging buzzwords at unsuspecting consumers. Used car buying adds the unique challenges of decoding a car’s history through a visual inspection. Take our 17-question quiz to find out how savvy you are about car buying and the terminology you might encounter when you’re shopping for your next vehicle.
1. What should a buyer think about a used car that’s missing a badge? (For example, a Honda Civic with the metal “Civic” insignia removed from the trunk.)
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Nothing to worry about, they commonly fall off on car lots as excessive sun exposure melts the glue with which they’re affixed. |
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It was probably removed by a previous owner who didn’t like the aesthetics. |
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The vehicle may have had body work done due to an accident, investigate further. |
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It was probably never put on at the factory. |
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