Buying a car is an exciting event for every car enthusiast, regardless of his experience. Faced with a wide choice, many can do a stupid thing and buy something that they do not want at all. Or fall for the tricks of scammers and simply unscrupulous sellers. Therefore, it is so important not to make a mistake when purchasing a car.
Instructions
Determine in advance for yourself what you need a car for. When buying, remember about the purpose of the future car, so as not to experience a lot of inconvenience when using it. For example, if there is a need for trips to the country, fishing, hunting, you need an off-road vehicle. On the other hand, a large car will cause a lot of inconvenience when driving around the city.
Be sure to test it out even if you buy a new car. If the car is purchased for another person (relative or friend), he should take the test drive. During the test drive, concentrate on how you feel. If the car is somehow uncomfortable, be sure to try another model or brand.
Find out all the details of the service thoroughly. Even if you plan to service the car yourself, there will always be a need to contact a car service. Strive to ensure that service stations for your model are available both in terms of distance and prices. In addition, find out about problems with spare parts, about the timing of repairs and the quality of work.
When buying a car on credit, independently calculate the amount of all loan payments. Often when buying a car on credit for 3 years, you have to pay a lot for the car. In addition, banks often impose higher rates on certain insurance companies. When comparing the cost of a car in different salons, look not only at the price tag, but also compare the total cost of the car along with the overpayment for the loan.
Never trust promotional prices. They are always understated by at least the amount of tax. In addition, the dealership may have its own exchange rate for dollars or euros, which differs from the official one in the direction that is beneficial to the seller. Check carefully all imposed additional services and details. Everything that is indicated in the equipment list must be included in the price of the car. Refuse additional services if you absolutely do not need them.
When buying a used car, be sure to carry out diagnostics, even if you buy it in the showroom. No knowledge about the device of the car, no auto mechanic can give complete information about the car without measuring and test equipment. For example, only repair and diagnostic equipment can identify a "drowned man" or a "shape-shifter" who has undergone a quality repair.
Do not buy a car from suspicious and simply unfamiliar persons. Even if you are not "thrown", the car may be stolen, uncleared or "killed" (a former taxi). Finding an unscrupulous seller can be difficult. From a legal point of view, it is best to buy a car at a car dealership.
Don't be greedy. The low price should alert you. Thoroughly check the legal cleanliness and technical condition of cheap cars. And best of all, don't buy if you don't have connections with the relevant authorities. And do not believe the assurances of sellers like "urgently need money." As a rule, the car is sold urgently and at a discount to either relatives or good friends.
Be extremely careful when processing documents. It will be difficult to correct any mistake later. Make sure that the date of sale is in the service book, otherwise the warranty will be calculated based on the date of manufacture of the car. The invoice certificate must contain the date and place of drawing up the document, the essence and conditions of the transaction, the price of the car and detailed information about it, the full name and address of the trading organization, the buyer's data.
