Buying cars {automobile buying} has many steps.
size
Buy smallest car that driver and family can fit into comfortably, which can differ if driving is mostly in city or is mostly long distance.
features
Car should have high and comfortable driving position. It should have good visibility. It should have good rear-view mirrors. It should have easy-to-read instruments. It should have easy-to-use and smooth operating controls. It should have adequate acceleration. It should have good braking distance under repeated braking. It should shift easily. It should have easy and precise steering. It should have fuel economy. It should have air bags. It should have three-point seat belts, not connected to door or seat.
safety
It should prevent brake lock when braking hard {anti-lock brakes}. It should prevent wheel spinning by differential {traction control}. It should prevent skidding and rollover {electronic stability control}. It can have advanced features {emergency brake assist} {blind-spot detection} {lane-departure warning} {lane-departure prevention} {forward-collision warning}.
future
Future cars may have {backover detection} {traffic-sign recognition} {automatic braking} {automatic pedestrian recognition}.
used car
For used cars, get cars with good repair records, as judged by testing agencies. Have mechanics check used cars. Check wheel alignment, driving feel, smoothness, proper fluid-level adjustment, moving-part wear, and finish for accidents. Do not worry about resale value unless planning to resell car in less than five years.
Look for smooth seams, true pattern matching, and good zippers {clothing, buying}. Clothing has standards, except for sizing and fit. Width from shoulder to shoulder should match person's shoulder width. Sleeve length should match length from shoulder top to wrist bone. Neck size should be one centimeter more than neck circumference. Waist length should be same length as waistline, just above hips. Pant inseam should match length from crotch to ankle.
Appliances and electrical tools should have insulation and have grounded plugs {grounding, appliance} {grounded appliance}, with three prongs or with a ground-sided two-prong plug.
Welt construction is best {shoe, buying}. Never use x-ray machines {fluoroscope}. Leave 3/4 inch at toes while standing on both feet. Have snug fit around heel. Have snug fit at foot and shoe widest part. Shoe flex line and widest part should coincide with foot widest part. No rough edges or heavy stitching should be on shoe insides.
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