Buying A Car? Take These 4 Points Into Consideration
There comes a point in every car owner's life when they need to look for a new vehicle
. Their current model may be out of date and they need something more modern or the car that they're using has simply run its course and whilst being reliable for several years, now needs to be replaced.
It is always recommended to take an in-depth look at any car that you're going to buy, taking a qualified mechanic with you if possible and these 4 points are all aspects that you should take into consideration when buying a car, whether new or second hand.
1. If the car that you're looking at buying is a used second hand one and is older than five years, check everywhere for rust. Start in the most obvious and visible places, such as where two pieces of external bodywork meet and then move into small areas like hinges, joints and under the car itself.
Hopefully, even if the car's older than five years, there won't be any signs of rust. If there is, however, don't worry about it too much - just get a good understanding of how serious it is and take it into consideration when looking at the price.
2. If the car comes with accessories, ensure that you can have a look at them, in full, both when in use and when not. Jeep dealers, for example, if selling a soft-top Jeep, might only show you what the canvas roof looks like and won't actually try it on. Whilst this might be OK when heading to Jeep dealers selling brand new models, if it's a second hand model, then make sure that you see the roof in action - just because the canvas roof looks like it will fit on the Jeep doesn't mean that it actually will, so make sure that the vehicle is seen with the roof both on and off.
3. One of the most important things to note is to not just assume that everything works on the vehicle. The car may be new or nearly new, but that doesn't mean that the electric windows are guaranteed to work or the multi-CD player actually functions properly.
The list of things to check obviously varies from car to car, but some of the most common faults can be found with the air conditioning, windscreen wipers, headlights, remote central locking and seat adjusters.
4. Any unusual noises should be questioned immediately, regardless of where they are coming from on the car.
For example, one of the most common places for unusual noises to come from is the engine, particularly in older cars, as even if they have been looked after, several years of driving may mean that a certain part needs to be replaced. Fortunately, the noise often makes the problem sound a lot worse than it actually is.
However, don't be afraid to question the seller if you hear any unusual noises coming when, for example, you open the doors or the sunroof. You want to ensure that you get the best car possible for your money, so make sure that you ask as many questions as you can or feel necessary.
by: Steve Carr
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