Buying a used vehicle is much more complicated than purchasing the new car. There’re certain concerns like what is breaking or been fixed and the warranty and a few more things. Most of the second-hand cars today are sold out “as is”. Purchasing such car can prove very risky to you–when you hand over the money & sign your name, that vehicle will be your problem doesn’t matter what happens, thus you need to very careful when buying the used cars. Here are some tips that will help you make the right buying decision.
Car history
Get all the information possible about the current owner & do your research. Running a VIN can tell you if that car was ever in any, there’re any liens, or recalls on that model. Thus, it will help you get all the details that you need for the car.
Double check vehicle condition
Give a thorough check of inside and outside of a car or you can consider taking the test drive just to ensure that the vehicle is in a same condition that seller has advertised.
Check condition of the tire
The car tire tread must be worn evenly & all four must match. Any uneven tread and extra wear on some tires means poor alignment that will be the symptom of suspension, steering, and frame issues. The poorly aligned car can pull to left or right when driving.
Know about the dealer
When you are buying from the dealers you must check their background & reputation. Is the car dealer having a good inventory? The dealer with the small inventory can be the curbsider. Are any scrapped cars lying over? It can be that dealer refurbishes those cars to hide the cuts or major defects and sells it for profit. Make sure you check dealer’s license just to ensure the authenticity of that dealer.
Visit Mechanic
If you are planning to buy the second-hand car, it is very important you have the vehicle thoroughly checked by your mechanic before finalizing the deal. Your mechanic will check the car & look for any unusual signs and items of any potential concern. The mechanical and maintenance issues that your mechanic finds will determine if you must go ahead with the purchase or not, and mechanic’s report will offer you with necessary leverage of negotiating the lower cost price.