If you have champagne tastes and a beer pocketbook, you may have passed on owning a luxury car...until now!

You may find a honey of a deal on a used luxury car just off a two or three year lease.

These leased vehicles can make for interesting and affordable opportunities. Many have four year warranties, so you could step into a nearly new car with a year or two of protection left.

Still afraid of a lemon? Look for one with a manufacturer's pre-owned certification program. It will cost you more, but how much is a good night's sleep worth?

As you look for a good deal, don't go it alone. Check out www.cars.com and www.autotrader.com to find out what's available.

Add a vehicle history report for $25 from www.carfax.com to be sure the car you're considering didn't come out of a hurricane-damaged area. And by all means, consider hiring an inspector if you still feel a little queasy about used cars.

Happy motoring!

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