7 Things to Check When Buying a Used Car
1- Engine When buying a used car, the first step in the inspection process is
the engine. Pop the hood and check the surface of the engine
for obvious drips and splatters of fluid. Use the dipstick and bottle increment-marks
to check the fluid levels in the oil pan, transmission, radiator, and power
steering system. Start the engine to make sure
it runs evenly without misfiring or stalling out.
2-
Suspension: A quick shakedown of the suspension can tell you a lot about the
series of interconnected components supporting the vehicle. You can perform the
shakedown by grasping either side of one wheel and shaking with all of your
might. You should not notice more than a 1/4 inch of side to side or back and
forth movement.
3-
Tires: You have to measure the amount of
life left in a set of tires by turning it upside. Completely smooth or
thoroughly cracked tires should be replaced as that level of neglect indicates
the rest of the vehicle hasn’t received attention in a very long time.
4-
Exhaust A car with leaky exhaust will fill
the cabin space with noxious odors and make a racket while driving down the
road. You can simply peek under the vehicle to note if the exhaust has any
large holes or missing sections while you decide to buy a used car. You can
have the exhaust system replaced with aftermarket parts, so holes in the
muffler or pipes are not necessarily a deal breaker.
5-
Exterior: There are some subtle signs to watch
for in the exterior look, like slightly mismatched paint from one panel to
another. You can peek down the side of the vehicle to look for waves or indents
that indicate previous bodywork.
6-
Interior: At first glance, many automotive interiors look nice enough.
Getting into the vehicle, however, is the moment you will realize the real
state of the vehicle. through the seat
cushions or upholstery stretching at the seams may indicate that the car is not
aging as you initially assumed.
7-
Car license: One of the most important questions to ask when buying a used car ,its
importance outweighs all of the other factors. Without a clear data, the
vehicle’s value is likely well below the suggested price, Furthermore, you
should thoroughly inspect the paperwork to make sure the information on the
owner’s official identification card exactly matches the license. No matter how
nice the car, always walk away from issues with the car papers. If you do note
some physical problems with the vehicle, rate the issue’s severity and
determine if you are willing to perform the necessary repairs.
