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Tuesday, 11 May 2010 00:00
Buying an Used Car - Quick Facts
Buying an Used Car - Quick Facts
Are you having plans to buy a used car from the used car market? Then read this! In this article I am just providing a brief about the facts one has to check.
- Check all the Documents of the vehicle (RC, Insurance, Road Tax and other endorsements)
- Check the exteriors of the vehicle for any damage, repaint or touchup jobs, dents, scratches, corrosion and paint flakes.
- Check all the doors including the boot for proper functioning, lock and release, and damages
- Get inside the car and check all the interiors for cleanliness and damage, switches and knobs for proper functioning.
- Check all the seats for proper functioning (height adjustment if available, front and back movement)
- Check all the power windows for proper functioning if available.
- Start the engine and check for any unusual sounds/noise.
- Engage the hand brake, open the bonnet and check for any unusual noise/sounds.
- Leaks from cooling system (radiator, hoses)
- Oil leaks from engine and lubrication system.
- Any damage, cracks and broken parts.
- Switch off the engine and check the under body for any damage, speedbraker impacts and for any visible leaks.
- Start the engine and take the car for a spin
- Check the suspension for roughness.
- Check for excessive diving (when applying brakes, the car tends to move forward and backward)
- Check for excessive steering play, clunks or knocks felt on the steering when driving over the bumpy road or on potholes.
- Check for the brake vibrations.
- Check the A/C (air conditioner) for correct operation, cooling performance and throw.
- Check all the tyres including the spare wheel for proper condition and operability.
- Check for availability and proper functioning of jack and wheel spanner, and other tools.
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