Tips On Buying Used Tires

Tips On Buying Used Tires

By: Heather Kovach

Ever Been strapped for cash, but had a flat you couldn't patch? Why not buy a used tire? If you have money for a new set of tires, I'd suggest investing in some New Ones. But for most of us in the middle of this recession, our pocket books could use a little break, and we might opt for a more temporary fix. Some tips for picking used tires.

• Look For Prior Repairs: 

When looking for lightly used tires there are a few warning signs you should see if the tire is to old, or used. Do you see bubbles forming on the surface? Is the wear Uneven? things like this can dramatically reduce the life of the tire. Make sure to also check the inner sides for excessive wear.

• Are The Side Walls In Good Condition?

Side walls take a lot more damage then we think. Our cars are often subjected to the scrapping of curbs or rolling over unexpected obstacles. again this can dramatically reduce the life of your tires and needs to be examined.

• Bring A Penny:

Why you may ask? A penny can be a useful tool when determining the tread of a tire. If Lincolns head is obscured by the tread when you fit the coin head down into the groove then your well on your way to finding a new lightly used tire.

• Balance and Align the Used tire:

Your used tire will last alot longer

• Compare Prices Of New & Used Tires:

Sometimes its worth the extra cash to just buy new tires.

  Maryland Tire Depot offers a wide range of Used Tires in many sizes. Remember Us for your used tire needs.