Can I have a Lincoln specialist do a pre-purchase inspection, and what do common out-of-warranty repairs on a Lincoln MKZ cost?

Lincoln parts and labor usually cost more than mainstream brands, so a specialist's inspection before you buy is cheap insurance.

Has the underbody been checked for rust, and are there any open safety recalls?

Older cars in salt-belt states can hide frame and brake-line corrosion. Open recalls are fixed free at a franchised dealer, but you need the VIN to check.

What is the out-the-door price in writing, including the doc fee, taxes, title and any add-ons?

The advertised price is rarely what you pay. An itemized out-the-door quote exposes doc fees and pre-installed add-ons before you negotiate.

What reconditioning was done before listing, and is there a recent inspection or Carfax report?

Dealers inspect and repair trade-ins to different standards. Ask what was replaced, what was left alone and whether the state inspection is current.

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Mileage	55,773 mi
Body	Sedan
Transmission	Automatic
Drivetrain	FWD
Fuel	Gasoline
VIN	3LNHM26T39R612853
Stock #	C25762

2009 Lincoln MKZ Base

$8,794

Car for sale at Used Cars of Baltimore, Cockeysville, MD · 55,773 mi · FWD

About $158/mo estimate · 72 mo at 8.99% APR, $0 down, before tax and fees. Not an offer of credit.

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What to ask the dealer about this 2009 Lincoln MKZ

Can I have a Lincoln specialist do a pre-purchase inspection, and what do common out-of-warranty repairs on a Lincoln MKZ cost?
Has the underbody been checked for rust, and are there any open safety recalls?
What is the out-the-door price in writing, including the doc fee, taxes, title and any add-ons?
What reconditioning was done before listing, and is there a recent inspection or Carfax report?

Read: How dealers really price your trade · Out-the-door price explained · Dealer add-ons to decline

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