How to buy a used car from Private Seller :
Checklist :
Questions to ask – When did you buy the car? How many previous owners? Current mileage? Who is the Owner?
Check points: – Any previous accidents? Major repairs? Any repairs needed now?
Inspect : What’s the mechanical condition? Any concerns? Any smoke when the engine is started? Is the transmission shifts without issues? General condition? Interior? Exterior? Any rust? Scratches? Dents? Chips on the windshield? Any other damages? Where and how regularly the car has been serviced? Are the service records available? What is the reason for selling? When was the last emission test done?
Recommendation :Don’t expect the seller to provide you with all the information. He/she may be unaware about previous accidents or other problems. Refer to the vehicle history report and the result of mechanical inspection. I wouldn’t recommend buying a car after an accident or after a major repair, e.g., with a re-built engine or transmission.
– Is the car drivable now? The car may not have valid license plates or insurance or have some mechanical problem, so you won’t be able to test-drive it.
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