They may have lower mileage or a more complete repair history than those bought from wholesalers or at auction.

A fiberglass cowboy giant in Yuma, Ariz., at 3300 South Eighth Avenue, has a different kind of repair history.

Some models with higher-than-average repair histories might necessitate an extended warranty.

Also any damage taken, with details on repair history.

Ask for a repair history.

A company spokeswoman told me the vehicle had been returned on a Saturday, making it more difficult for the agents to check the car's repair history.

The tires are not yet smart enough, Mr. Logan said, to record and store their own repair history.

One application that A.T.& T. and Nippondenso will explore is putting a smart card in the glove compartment of Toyotas that will contain the car's repair history.

He turns it out with his fingers, to check inside for minute graven records of its repair history.

This can also enhance the quality of the maintenance since it tends to be supported by repair history and high-level diagnostic procedure decisions.