Find Used Cars in Park City, Utah

Park City is located in the Snyderville Basin and climbs steep mountains to the southeast, south, and west. It is accessed by State Route 224 from Interstate 80 to the north. The city has a size of 12 square miles, and stands at an elevation of between 6500’- 10,000’, Main street is at 7000 ft. Park City is 32 miles east of downtown Salt Lake City and 15 miles from Salt Lake City's east edge of Sugar House. The population was 7,371 at the 2000 census and the average household size was 2.72 and the average family size was 3.11. However, the tourist population actually exceeds the number of permanent residents. Before Park City became a famous ski town, it was a famous silver mining town. It was founded in 1869. By 1900, it had 10,000 residents and 100 saloons. Park City continued to mine silver until the early 1970's. It boasts the second largest silver strike in U. S., and 1200 miles of mining tunnels under the city. After a population decline following the shutdown of the area's mining industry, the city rebounded during the 80s and 90s through its tourism business. The last mining company, Park City Consolidated Mines, started the ski business in 1963, when they built the first lifts on what was then called Treasure Mountain. Park City now has three world class ski resorts, and is one of two of the biggest resort towns in Utah. The resorts are Park City Mountain Resort, Deer Valley Resort, and the Canyons Resort. The city was a venue for the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Also, it is the main location of the United States' largest independent film festival, the Sundance Film Festival, home of the United States Ski Team, training centre for members of the Australian Freestyle Ski Team, and the largest collection of factory outlet stores in northern Utah.

Used Car Information: Interior Inspection

The inspection before signing papers on a used car is a must. While an exterior inspection may uncover serious problems with the vehicle, the interior inspection on the used car crucial too. First, sit in the drivers seat. Is it adjustable to fit your body type and comfort level? The safety belts should all be functioning, and without any unraveling, as this is a safety issue. It should be noted if the carpeting is stained or worn. If there are mats you should determine if they need to be replaced. Next up are all of the gauges and meters. A used car should at least be functioning in this area, and if not, it could lead to costly repairs. If you came prepared you may have brought a CD to test out the audio system. This is more important to some than others, but should be noted either way if it does not work on a used car. When you start the engine on the used car listen for any knocks or strange ticks. Press down on the pedals, they should be fairly firm, and if they sink right to the floor this could indicate problems (often very costly). During the inspection make note of anything that seems to not be functioning or in rather poor shape. It may not seem like it matters at the time for the small things, but in the end it may affect the price and value of your used car.