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Everyone wants to be aware of the condition of the used vehicle that he/she wants to buy.Luckily, many companies offer full vehicle history reports for used vehicles, so there are many options from which you can choose. However, this can be a disadvantage because there is too much information, many unapproved companies, and many websites are replicas of others.

Whether you already own your car or are looking at a used sedan, it is good to know what a Vehicle Identification Number is. Each vehicle has a unique VIN, so looking at the information for a particular 17-digit series will give you all the information you should know concerning a vehicle.

Audi A4 is known as one of the best cars in the segment. It’s a nice combination of excellent handling, looks, build quality and interior design. The car was manufactured in 2001 and got a big power boost with the 1.8 T turbocharged engine.

2005 Escape got new fascias and headlights, but the basic design is almost five production-yearold. Despite this little fact, the 2005 Escape maintains its attractive family appearance with its part-rough, part-cute style. The usual 15-icnh steel wheels are there, but bigger 16-inch option is available. Moreover, four new colors - Silver Metallic, Norsea Blue, Titanium Green and Sonic Blue - are there to give some variety to the vehicle.

The 2012 Hyundai Sonata attacked the market of basic four-door sedans with its daring style and it definitely worked. Now it`s one of the top vehicles in this segment with multiple awards and positive reviews.

The Sonata`s crests and curves distinguish it from other vehicles. It may not withstand the test of time as effectively as some other designs, but for now it`s a calling card for Hyundai. It has dramatic sculpturing across the steering wheel and the dash. The LCD screen is atop of the dash that gives the interior a futuristic look.

The Cadillac Escalade is the first light Cadillac in the history of the brand. And even though this model drew a lot of criticism, it deserves much credit for becoming a vehicle that turned bran`s image from very traditional to the youthful and stylish.

The sleek and powerful 2007 Ford Mustang is definitely a car that is still sought after. With engines available in 210 HP, 4.0 literV6 and 300 HP, 4.6 liter V8 there is definitely a style to suit the needs of any type of driver.

The 4.0-liter V6 offers 244 pounds of torque at 3500 rpms. If you are feeling the need for more power, the 4.6-liter V8 offers 320 pounds of torque 4500 rpms. Both engines are single overhead cam, which offers a performance advantage over its dual overhead competitors. Clearly, there are no shortages of options for power with this modern spin on a classic muscle car.

Anyone who has ever owned a car or considered buying one should be familiar with the abbreviation VIN. Your Vehicle Identification Number is series of numbers and letters unique to your vehicle and used for identification. When maintaining any sort of record about cars, like registration or structural damage, the VIN is recorded to create a vehicle history that shows everything about your car.