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Inspection Checklist For 'tokunbo' Cars by Prinxz(m): 1:25pm On Apr 25, 2017 |
Inspection Checklist for 'Tokunbo' cars Exterior Windshield free of cracks Body panel colors match Magnet adheres to all steel body panels Fresh paint job (if yes, it could be to conceal rust) Seams where the trunk and hood close are properly aligned Seams where doors and fenders meet are properly aligned Free of body scratches Free of body dents Windshield wipers and blades fully functional Headlights and directional lights intact and fully functional Tires Tires are a reputable brand name (Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear) Tires are all of the same make Tires are of free of any cuts, bubbles or cracks Tread worn evenly (uneven wear indicates alignment and suspension problems) Spare tire, jack and lug wrench on car and fully functional Spare tire inflated Engine Free of fluid or oil leaks Oil filler neck not coated with thick, black deposits Battery terminals free of corrosion Oil dip stick free of dark, black oil Free of odors while engine is running Exhaust pipe emissions are neither blue (indicates engine burns oil) or black (indicate excessive oil consumption) Suspension Vehicle rests levelly When bouncing the vehicles corners, no creaking noises are made All corners respond the same when bouncing Interior Seats unworn and free of cracks All doors open and close freely Trunk opens and closes freely Lacks a heavy scent of air freshener (may indicate something is being concealed) All gauges work No dashboard warning lights remain illuminated Stereo works Heater works Air conditioner works Windshield wipers work Windshield wiper fluid dispenses properly All seats equipped with functional seat belts All seats adjust properly Power windows operate properly Sunroof opens and closes properly (if applicable) Car alarm works (if applicable) Trunk and driver-side door lock and unlock with key Hazard lights function properly Headlights, including brights, work properly Frame Chassis is neither bent nor cracked No signs of crumpling or straightening inside the trunk Frame holes just inside outer edge clean and free of scratches Automatic Transmission Transmission fluid looks clean, not dirty or gritty (no indicates possible internal transmission problem) Transmission neither slips nor delays when driving Manual or Standard Transmission Each gear shifts smoothly No grinding noises when in reverse Brakes Vehicle steers straight and does not pull to one side when applying brakes Parking brake engages and disengages freely No grinding noises when applying brakes Wheels do not lock when applying antilock brakes (if applicable) Steering Vehicle does not drift to one side without prodding Vehicle is stable; no shaking or vibrating No resistance in the steering wheel when turning No clicking or clunking when turning Miscellaneous Car manual located in the glove compartment Instructions included for any accessories Service and repair records available Owner has title |
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