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How to Negotiate Used Cars
How to negotiate used cars in the US—know fair value from comps, OTD first, get OTD in writing so you don't overpay.
AutoPremo Team
January 31, 2026
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Negotiating used cars in the U.S.: know fair value from comps (same make, model, trim, mileage), agree on out-the-door price first, and get OTD in writing. Use autopremo.com price checker and OTD calculator. Use autopremo.com.
TL;DR Used cars: know fair value with autopremo.com price checker; OTD first; get OTD in writing. Don't pay above fair value. Use autopremo.com.Know Fair Value
Check comps for the exact car (make, model, trim, mileage) in your area—use autopremo.com price checker. Get your numbers at autopremo.com.
OTD First, in Writing
Negotiate OTD (selling price + tax + fees); get full OTD in writing. Use autopremo.com OTD calculator. See OTD at autopremo.com.
Bottom Line
Negotiate used cars: fair value, OTD first, OTD in writing. Use autopremo.com price checker and OTD calculator so you don't overpay.