Episode 16 - CARNAMA - Inspecting a used car !
Who said that buying a used car is such a difficult decision ? Infact you may end up getting your dream car within your budget. But, all decisions are not based purely on money. You have to check the vehicle thoroughly before making that decision.
Here are some tips on how to check a used car:
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1 - Ensure the car is parked on level ground, in order to look for any sagging in the car.
2 - Visual inspection of the car's paint work to see for scratches, dents etc. Usually the seller would have washed the car to make it look shining.
3 - Open the trunk (dikki) and check if all the necessary tools including the spare tyre is available and in good condition.
4 - Open the front engine cover and look for any damage, dents etc. Look at the condition of belts and tubes.
5 - Look inside the car and see the condition of the seats. Check for any tear and spill marks.
6 - Check the dashboard to see any missing buttons/switches. Make sure all buttons/switches are working properly.
7 - Switch ON the car and check all lights/indicators are working correctly.
8 - Do a test drive and listen for any unusual sounds/noises when turning or braking.
9 - Apply hard brakes to check response of the brake system.
10 - Note the chassis number and check with the dealer's workshop for service history and major parts replaced.
11 - Check all doors/ windows are opening and closing properly.
12 - If there's an onboard computer then get it tested at a service center having facility for this.
13 - Finally, if u r able to get underneath the car, check for rust formations.
So next time you decide to buy a used car, don't feel shy and go with the CARNAMA confidence ! And yes, do make sure that when you close one door, another doesn't open !!!
Who said that buying a used car is such a difficult decision ? Infact you may end up getting your dream car within your budget. But, all decisions are not based purely on money. You have to check the vehicle thoroughly before making that decision.
Here are some tips on how to check a used car:
...
1 - Ensure the car is parked on level ground, in order to look for any sagging in the car.
2 - Visual inspection of the car's paint work to see for scratches, dents etc. Usually the seller would have washed the car to make it look shining.
3 - Open the trunk (dikki) and check if all the necessary tools including the spare tyre is available and in good condition.
4 - Open the front engine cover and look for any damage, dents etc. Look at the condition of belts and tubes.
5 - Look inside the car and see the condition of the seats. Check for any tear and spill marks.
6 - Check the dashboard to see any missing buttons/switches. Make sure all buttons/switches are working properly.
7 - Switch ON the car and check all lights/indicators are working correctly.
8 - Do a test drive and listen for any unusual sounds/noises when turning or braking.
9 - Apply hard brakes to check response of the brake system.
10 - Note the chassis number and check with the dealer's workshop for service history and major parts replaced.
11 - Check all doors/ windows are opening and closing properly.
12 - If there's an onboard computer then get it tested at a service center having facility for this.
13 - Finally, if u r able to get underneath the car, check for rust formations.
So next time you decide to buy a used car, don't feel shy and go with the CARNAMA confidence ! And yes, do make sure that when you close one door, another doesn't open !!!
I am currently looking to buy a car and unfortunately I know nothing about cars. This list will definitely be coming with me when I head out this weekend to the different dealerships. You really made these precautionary steps easy to understand. Hopefully after this weekend I'll have picked myself out one of the used cars in my local lot!
ReplyDeleteHi Chuck Stevens. Thank you for your comment here and wish u goodluck with your car purchase. Do it with Carnama confidence !
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