We talked in the previous blog that having a car is no longer a luxury as before, but has become one of the pillars of daily life because there is no other alternative. As it is a life savior in bad weather conditions and family movements and so on.
We also talked about some tips that we should take into consideration when buying used cars, especially if they are used.
In this article, we shall continue with some tips that we must take care off when deciding to buy a car.
The most important things to check when deciding to buy a used car:
Check the odometer to determine the vehicle's age and condition.
Check if there are dark brown spots on the engine.
The brake fluid should be clear, Maximum turbidity shall make it yellow or light brown not darke.
If there is rust this means that the water pump, car coolant, or heater core needs repair.
The transmission fluid must be transparent.
You shall check the luggage compartment and any signs of water leakage or rust.
Make sure that there is no damage to the structure.
Also make sure that there is no rust, dent or scratch in the paint.
Check the cabin and seats and make sure that there are no cuts, stains or any damage to them.
Check the air conditioner.
Check the used tires.
There is a shelf life for tires, so you must also check their validity.
If you see any of the following signs, you should show the tires to an expert before buying the car:
Metallic sheen on the frame. Unpaved roads or sharp objects can cause this damage and may cause a tire puncture or sudden blowout.
Weather cracks, tire side bumps or bubbles.
The car is drifting in a certain direction, and this indicates that the wheels need to adjust angles or lag in the rotation of the tires.
Visible or obvious wear bars to the same degree as the tire lines mean that the tire has expired.
Wait for our upcoming blogs.. we will tell you more about what you need to know about cars.