Despite the many car dealerships that have appeared in recent years, the markets are not going to give up their positions. After all, it is here that you can buy a car in good condition and relatively inexpensive. The main thing is not to run into a broken or post-accident car. How to recognize such a car?
Instructions
Step 1
First of all, study all the documents for the car - pay attention to the registration date and year of manufacture, check the numbers on the units. Usually, the real year of production of the machine is determined by the identification number.
Step 2
Next, you need to carefully inspect the car body. It must be clean, as due to the dirty surface you will not be able to see defects. Sit down and carefully inspect the sides of the car for any flaws in the paint. As a rule, traces of even perfect repairs can be seen from a certain angle. Compare the surfaces of the hood, roof, doors, trunk.
You can find out if the car has been repaired after an accident using a magnet. So, in the place where the magnet will not stick, you may have applied a large layer of putty or several layers of paint. Also, with the help of a magnet, signs of corrosion can also be detected. In these places, he will also not hold. Various inscriptions, stickers, stripes are usually applied to hide defects.
Step 3
The car doors should close in the same way. Otherwise, the body is likely to behave. Check if there is a difference in the color of the paint under the rubber seals on the windows and doors.
Step 4
Then you need to inspect the car interior. Carefully check all devices, switches, stove, power windows. Try to see if the seats are easy to adjust.
Step 5
Also inspect the suspension carefully. If the suspension geometry is broken, then this will be indicated by uneven tire wear. Also, with this problem, the car, when driving with the steering wheel released, can lead to the side. In general, there should be no knocking or rattling on the side of the suspension. In addition, there should be no grinding noise during hard braking. Inspect the shock absorbers carefully for leaks.
Step 6
The car engine must be dry and clean. There should be no oil leaks on the motor.
Step 7
At the end of the inspection, test the machine on the move. Evaluate how gear changes, check the brakes.
