2014年英语六级阅读练习及答案(1)_大学英语阅读

2014年英语六级阅读练习及答案(1)

　　A private owner normally sells a car for less than a dealer does, but almost always as is, with no guarantee. Thats an acceptable risk if what youre looking for is a cheap second car to drive to the station.

　　Even though a used-car dealer generally charges more, you can often get some type of limited guarantee. This is often a 50-50 plan, in which you each pay half on repairs for a period that may range from 30 days to a year. Ask the dealer about the availability of an optional service policy.

　　Used-car dealers often claim to have gone over the car, and many have. But remember that small dealers often buy cars that are auctioned because nobody else wants them.

　　Some experts feel that a new-car dealer is the best place to buy a secondhand car, especially if youre laying out a large sum for a late model. Some of these dealers offer extensive guarantees, such as one on the drive train, which covers any problems with engine, transmission ， drive shaft and differential . Expect to pay for this, as well as for the markup. But if you shop soon after the new models have arrived, when a dealer has a lot of trade-ins tying up his profits, he might deal. The visual examination

　　Youve found your dream car, and can hardly wait to get in and roar away. Wait.

　　First, look for any flaws or ripples in the body that might indicate a past accident. To see if a car has been repainted, look under the rubber seals around the door or under the chrome trim. Repainting may mask deep flaws.