Car Buying Books Page
: Widely regarded as the definitive authority. It provides exhaustive reliability histories based on millions of owner surveys, safety data, and crash-test results. Reviewers from Thriftbooks often cite it as the only guide they trust because it is not influenced by manufacturer advertising.
Car buying books generally fall into three categories: for reliability and pricing, strategy-based books written by industry insiders to master negotiation, and mechanic-authored manuals for inspecting used vehicles. Top Data and Reliability Guides
: While primarily known for its valuation tool, its guides are essential for determining fair market value. Note that KBB values are often higher than what a dealer might offer for a trade-in, making them better for private-party sales. Negotiation and Insider Strategy
If your goal is to ensure you aren't buying a "lemon," these guides written by experts and mechanics are highly recommended. Consumer Reports Bookstore
: Widely regarded as the definitive authority. It provides exhaustive reliability histories based on millions of owner surveys, safety data, and crash-test results. Reviewers from Thriftbooks often cite it as the only guide they trust because it is not influenced by manufacturer advertising.
Car buying books generally fall into three categories: for reliability and pricing, strategy-based books written by industry insiders to master negotiation, and mechanic-authored manuals for inspecting used vehicles. Top Data and Reliability Guides
: While primarily known for its valuation tool, its guides are essential for determining fair market value. Note that KBB values are often higher than what a dealer might offer for a trade-in, making them better for private-party sales. Negotiation and Insider Strategy
If your goal is to ensure you aren't buying a "lemon," these guides written by experts and mechanics are highly recommended. Consumer Reports Bookstore
