RovaFi Guides

Car Buying Guides

Straight, practical advice for buying and selling used cars around Windsor and Detroit — from crossing the border to spotting a lemon before you pay.

Cross-border
Buying a Car Across the Windsor–Detroit Border: The Complete Guide
How to buy and import a used car across the Windsor–Detroit border — admissibility, the RIV program, duties and taxes, paperwork, and inspections, explained step by step.
9 min read
Buying
The Used-Car Inspection Checklist: What to Check Before You Buy
A practical, printable used-car inspection checklist — exterior, interior, tires, engine, rust, test drive, VIN and history — so you spot problems before you buy.
7 min read
Buying
Private Sale vs. Dealership: Which Is Better for Buying a Used Car?
The real trade-offs between buying a used car from a private seller versus a dealership — price, warranty, financing, paperwork, and safety — for buyers in Ontario and Michigan.
6 min read

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