How to Buy a Cheap Scooter

Rising gas prices and an increased awareness about conservation have caused an increase in the number of people interested in buying a scooter. The 50 to 100 miles of gas per gallon that you get from many of these scooters is a big draw. However, many people are not in a position to spend a lot of money on a scooter, so they are looking for affordable options.

Instructions

1. Look in your local Sunday newspaper classified ad section under the heading for scooters. Here, you are likely to find a used scooter for sale at a good price because individuals rather than dealers are selling. Both sellers and buyers tend to target the larger Sunday newspaper, so be up early and ready to make phone calls so that you don't miss out on a great deal.

2. Participate in an online auction for a bargain scooter on eBay. This popular website will probably have one of the largest selections you will find anywhere, and the site is known for being extremely competitive in regards to price. You will have to make arrangements to pick up the scooter from the seller's location, but the selection and savings may still be worth it.

3. Visit local scooter and motorcycle shops and shop their used scooters. They often have scooters that have been traded in on new models.

4. Use Craig's List website to combine both online and local scooter shopping. The site has grown in popularity and in number of items listed, probably because sellers can list their items for free. The listings are arranged by city, and the site recommends only local transactions, so you may be able to find a scooter for sale from someone close by. These are transactions in which you may be able to negotiate price.

References

• How to buy a scooter for your commute

Resources

• The Motor Scooter Buying Guide