3.1.4 Used Vehicles

Agencies may request authorization to purchase used automobiles but must demonstrate that the cost of each automobile purchased does not exceed the fair market value of the vehicle as determined by the National Automotive Dealers Association (NADA). 

In addition, the agency must have a pre-purchase vehicle inspection conducted by an independent shop or technician to determine its overall condition. All used automobiles must comply with the requirements of the Vehicle Acquisition Matrix found in Appendix C-3 and Section 5.4 of Policy 10.