Used Car Buying Inspection Checklist - Red Flags - How to Inspect a Used Car and Not Get Scammed
In this video Josh reveals 8 RED FLAGS to look for when shopping for a used car. These are things most buyers won't think to look for but could mean BIG EXPENSES looming in the near future. If you check for these issues you could save yourself from buying a lemon.
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Complete Used Car CheckList:
Model Research:
Common defects and problems
Basic maintenance costs and intervals
Repair costs
Aging price point
Features and options
Exterior:
Body condition dents, rust, scratches, etc.
Look for uneven panels or mismatched paint
Doors, hood and trunk easy or difficult to open and close
Tire tread condition and wear
Same-branded tires
Light function and condition
Interior:
Signs of moisture or water damage
Unusual or offensive smells
Overly worn or torn upholstery
Seat adjustment equipment
Instrument cluster function and condition
Controls and switches working properly
Roof or top condition and signs of leaking
Under the Hood:
Belts and hoses
Radiator
Underside of the hood for signs of fluid
All the fluids (level and color)
Leaking underneath the car.
Oil color should be a warm brown.
Transmission fluid (smell/color)
Test Drive:
Dash light functions
Highway and city streets
Climb and descend hills
Unusual vibrations or noises
Transmission shifts smoothly
Smooth and appropriate power
Brake stopping power and regularity
Heat/AC function
Smooth Idle
Exhaust color
Final Steps:
Mechanic inspection
Vehicle History Report
VIN matches legal documents
Title/Seller name match
Clean title
Physical Title
Видео Used Car Buying Inspection Checklist - Red Flags - How to Inspect a Used Car and Not Get Scammed канала Budget Mechanic Hawaii
Thank you for watching and please subscribe to our channel if you get a chance it helps us continue making videos!
Complete Used Car CheckList:
Model Research:
Common defects and problems
Basic maintenance costs and intervals
Repair costs
Aging price point
Features and options
Exterior:
Body condition dents, rust, scratches, etc.
Look for uneven panels or mismatched paint
Doors, hood and trunk easy or difficult to open and close
Tire tread condition and wear
Same-branded tires
Light function and condition
Interior:
Signs of moisture or water damage
Unusual or offensive smells
Overly worn or torn upholstery
Seat adjustment equipment
Instrument cluster function and condition
Controls and switches working properly
Roof or top condition and signs of leaking
Under the Hood:
Belts and hoses
Radiator
Underside of the hood for signs of fluid
All the fluids (level and color)
Leaking underneath the car.
Oil color should be a warm brown.
Transmission fluid (smell/color)
Test Drive:
Dash light functions
Highway and city streets
Climb and descend hills
Unusual vibrations or noises
Transmission shifts smoothly
Smooth and appropriate power
Brake stopping power and regularity
Heat/AC function
Smooth Idle
Exhaust color
Final Steps:
Mechanic inspection
Vehicle History Report
VIN matches legal documents
Title/Seller name match
Clean title
Physical Title
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