So, are you searching the market to buy a car? You don`t really want to get a new one, so you are in for a used car? That`s cool! But what do you need to do in order not to get tricked by the owner? You sure do not want to go home with a car that will give you headaches ever since!
So you found your car on Craigslist and now you have to meet the owner and discuss the vehicle! So, what do you do? How do you shake hands? What do you say? And most importantly – what do you ask?! Here are tips on buying a used car.
First of all, shake hands and say: What`s up? Be NORMAL! Then, start shooting! Ask about the leaks! See if there are any weird vibrations or noises? Also, never forget to ask if the car was owned by a smoker or a non-smoker? What`s with the pink slip? Were dogs ridden in the car? Of course, dogs are cute and all, but they sure do not care about your car`s interior!
Then comes the pre-check faze! Get the VIN number, run a Carfax and of course, you have to verify the mileage of a used car! Not all car owners are nice. Some really know how to lie! Ask if the car has been in any accidents, where has it lived its whole life?
When going to look at the car, bring tools with you! Do not hesitate to point out the scratches and dents! Do not hesitate about lifting the car! It is not weird at all – it`s OK! And most important, take the car for a test drive! While driving, tell to owner to be quiet. You need to focus! See if you are comfortable! Hit a bump, if you jumped to the roof, it`s no good! It is just the way you buy a used car!
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