Here's a reminder to read your paperwork before signing for your used car purchase. Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster has cracked down on seven unscrupulous used car dealers in Missouri for violation of laws governing the sale of used vehicles, including violations that could compromise the safety of people purchasing the vehicles, according to a news release from his office.

According to Koster, his office investigated a number of used car dealerships around the state following consumer complaints. Violations uncovered from the investigation include:

• Selling vehicles without required safety inspections.
• Issuing temporary tags on vehicles sold with junk or salvage affidavits.
• Requiring customers to sign affidavits stating the cars were not for immediate transportation, many times without the customers' knowledge that the affidavit was part of the purchase documents.
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As of Oct. 1, all Hyundai dealers selling certified pre-owned vehicles will be required to run a Carfax Vehicle History Report as part of the certification process. I have complete details about Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned, as well as other programs.

Eligible vehicles have less than 60,000 miles and are no more than 5 years old. All Hyundai certified pre-owned (CPO) cars pass a 150-point inspection and are backed by an industry first 10-year, 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. In addition, these cars come with another industry first, the Carfax Buyback Guarantee. Go to the website for complete details, but CarFax will basically buy back any car that has a problem with its title if CarFax gave it a clean bill of health to begin with.