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  • Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist: What to Look For Before You Buy

    Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist: What to Look For Before You Buy Before you buy, walk through this checklist A little time spent inspecting a used car before you buy can save you real money down the road. Whether you’re shopping at Open Lot or anywhere else, here’s a practical walkthrough you can do yourself — plus…

  • Used Car Financing 101: Understanding Your Credit Score, APR, and Loan Terms

    Used Car Financing 101: Understanding Your Credit Score, APR, and Loan Terms Financing a used car doesn’t have to be confusing For a lot of buyers, financing is the most intimidating part of getting a used car — not because the math is hard, but because dealerships rarely explain it in plain language. Here’s what…

  • What Nevada Requires When Buying a Used Car: Title Transfer, Registration, and Emissions

    What Nevada Requires When Buying a Used Car: Title Transfer, Registration, and Emissions Buying local? Here’s what Nevada requires Every state handles used car paperwork a little differently, and Nevada has its own specific rules for title transfers, registration, and emissions testing. Whether you’re buying from a dealer or a private party, here’s what to…

  • How to Read a Vehicle History Report (and What Red Flags to Watch For)

    How to Read a Vehicle History Report (and What Red Flags to Watch For) Buying a used car? Don’t skip this step. A vehicle history report is one of the most powerful tools a used car buyer has — and one of the most misunderstood. At Open Lot Used Car Sales, we provide a vehicle…