Carfax for a C3 ?

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Dec 16, 2009 | 01:47 AM

Lanjett

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Carfax for a C3 ?

Will a carfax give me a good look at a C3 back to day 1, or is there a late start on vehicle history?

Dec 16, 2009 | 07:46 AM

schmegeggie

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Dec 16, 2009 | 08:03 AM

Lanjett

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I guess that answers that question

Dec 16, 2009 | 08:29 AM

crvtownr

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Carfax will only work if your car has a 17 digit vin (which I believe started in 81). From what I understand, it is not 100% reliable. It may be a good starting point if your car qualifies, but certainly not a definitive resource.

Dec 16, 2009 | 10:13 AM

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That system just captures the warranty and repair work done on a [modern] vehicle. What do you think the odds are that a 40 year old vehicle has any warranty/repair data in a relatively new software system?

Dec 16, 2009 | 10:27 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Lanjett

...Will a carfax give me a good look at a C3 back to day 1...

No. Keep the money in your pocket. If you want to possibly get back to Day 1, you will need to connect with the original owner.

Dec 16, 2009 | 10:29 AM

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1981 or newer will have carfax / autocheck...

Dec 16, 2009 | 12:22 PM

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Dec 16, 2009 | 05:37 PM

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schmegeggie

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Lanjett

Will a carfax give me a good look at a C3 back to day 1, or is there a late start on vehicle history?

Seriously, I noticed in the For Sale section you are looking into a C3. Take everyone's advice here. Do your homework, and even more research before you buy. Unless you know what to look for, you're rolling the dice.
Seriously, a CarFax?