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Whether youre buying used tires or new tires, being a smart shopper will help you get the most for your money. Look at the sidewall of the tire and check the date code. Tires have a shelf life of 6 to 10 years. Read this article about how to interpret DOT tire codes to find out when and where the tires were made. Look for cracks in the sidewalls. You know that expression kick the tires? You dont need to do this, literally, but a gentle push of the thumb will reveal cracks in tires that have sat too long or are used/old. Dont buy used tires with cracks in the rubber. Look at all sides of the tires - inside, outside, surface and bead (see this guide to tire anatomy) for evidence of patching. Check the tread depth - Learn how to use the penny test to check to see how much tread life remains of a used tire.