What does a Carfax report show?
Since we first opened in 1945, our family-owned and operated dealership has built an unbeatable 80-year legacy rooted in trust, honesty, and customer care. We’ve earned this reputation by putting our customers first and ensuring they have the finest selection of near-new sedans, trucks, luxury vehicles, SUVs, and crossovers. Whether you’re from Utica, Yorkville, Rome, New Hartford, NY, or the surrounding areas, you’ll immediately learn why our used car dealership has become synonymous with exceptional service.
The Importance of a CARFAX History Report
Think of all the potential pitfalls that can occur when buying a used car. Think about who you’re buying that used car from. Whether you’re buying from a friend, a friend of a friend, a relative, through an online ad, or from a neighbor, you can never be 100 percent certain of that vehicle’s history or its performance.
- Was that vehicle properly maintained and serviced?
- Did that vehicle have any accidents?
- How many owners did the vehicle have?
- Was it ever recalled?
- Were there any warranty checks?
- Did the vehicle suffer any structural damage?
All these concerns are front and center when you purchase a used vehicle. However, only a CARFAX report can provide the all-important answers to these questions. Only a CARFAX report can provide you with the peace of mind you need to make a better, more informed decision. It’s why every single used car we sell comes with a CARFAX report.
We provide this so you never have to concern yourself about whether you’re making the right decision. So, does CARFAX show the owner's name? What does damage brands mean on CARFAX? More importantly, what is a CARFAX report?
The Benefits of a CARFAX Report
A CARFAX report is a single repository of everything you ever wanted to know about the used car you’re looking to buy. It amalgamates all the information you need to make better decisions. This report is made available on every car we sell. Here is what you can expect from a CARFAX report.
- Accident History
The report provides invaluable information about whether the used vehicle experienced any head-on collisions, accidents, or damage, while ensuring you know exactly when the accident occurred and what the outcome was.
- Service and Maintenance Record
Everything from routine maintenance and upkeep to major repairs can be found in a CARFAX report. This ensures you know exactly how well-maintained your used vehicle was by the previous owner or owners. There is no guesswork involved and no reliance on verbal promises. Everything is right there in black and white.
- Number of Previous Owners and Type of Owners
Knowing who owned the vehicle and for how long makes your decision to buy much easier. Fewer owners correlate to a higher resale value, fewer risks, and a more predictable service and maintenance history. The type of previous owners in terms of their driving habits and profession gives you the inside information you need to make the best decision possible.
- Mileage and Odometer Verification
A CARFAX report validates the used vehicle’s mileage against its odometer readings to ensure you’re not buying a car that has had the odometer rolled back or tampered with. If something appears suspicious, then the report immediately flags it as an odometer tampering.
- Title Status
Having insight into the used vehicle’s title history protects you against any unforeseen liens against the vehicle. These liens could have been placed by creditors who were not paid by the previous owner. From knowing whether it’s a clean title, a salvaged vehicle, or a rebuilt vehicle, you’ll have everything needed about the title with a CARFAX Report. This information is all but non-existent when you buy a used vehicle from someone, but it’s front and center with a CARFAX history report.
- Registration History
Knowing what state the car was previously registered provides you with inside information in terms of the type of driving the previous owner did, the climate and weather they drove in, and how long that car stayed in that state.
- Recalls and Warranty Checks
Minor recalls are one thing, but major recalls involving suspension or transmission problems are something else entirely. The CARFAX report will instantly define what recalls the used vehicle went through, and the status of the warranty, bumper-to-bumper status, as well as the warranty’s in-service date.
United Auto Sales of Utica: Your First Choice for High-End Used Vehicles
For our team, exceptional sales and service mean putting ourselves in your shoes. It means adhering to a promise we made over 80 years ago to continually provide our customers with integrity, fair pricing, and exceptional value.
If you are looking for a used vehicle from a dealership that backs up their promises with verifiable facts that can only come from a CARFAX report, call our sales team now, or contact us online.
