As a rule, the choice of novice motorists stops at used cars, including old VAZs. But how to choose the right used VAZ so that you do not have to invest a tidy sum in it for overhaul in a month?
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, you need to pay attention to the condition of the body. Paint and varnish should be applied evenly. If you notice that the shades of the paint do not match, this means that the car got into an accident and was repainted. Pay particular attention to the condition of the coating on the bonnet, body sides and fenders. If you notice some paint swelling on the surface, these are signs of corrosion that the owner has tried to hide from you. If you notice the presence of rust, then it cannot be stopped, it will only spread throughout the body.
Step 2
Next, you need to pay attention to the internal state of the machine parts. Knocking out gears, as well as loud noises from the gearbox, difficulties in shifting gears are due to the fact that the gearbox is faulty and, most likely, it will need to be replaced. Pay attention to the condition of the suspension. The presence of cracks in the rear beam at the point of attachment of the shock absorbers, the presence of swaying during movement are signs of a faulty suspension. If black or blue smoke is pouring out of the exhaust pipe, then you can safely leave, in this case, an overhaul of the engine is required. Do you need it? Of course not. The presence of oil leaks on the engine is the first sign of problems.
Step 3
Now check the electrical condition. Spontaneous activation of the sound signal, wipers is a sign of a malfunction of the mounting block. Most likely, it needs to be changed. As a rule, any used car has electrical problems, so be prepared to tinker with it.
Step 4
One more tip. Never choose a used car alone. It's best to do this together with a good friend or relative who is good at cars. After all, the former owner will only demonstrate to you the advantages of the car, and together it is much easier to see any drawback. If you find any problems with the car, start bargaining immediately. The more faults you find, the lower the final price of the car should be.
