Here are the items to look for to make sure you don’t end up with someone else’s problem vehicle:

1.Windows

Are any of the windows open on the used car you’re looking at? If so, why? It could be totally innocent, but the seller might be trying to ventilate a damp or drying off interior.

2.Check the interior

Does the interior smell damp or musty when you open the door? Another giveaway are air fresheners – is that all you can smell? If so, they could be used to mask the stink

3.Check the Carpet

Get inside any perspective purchase and have a feel of the carpets. Are they wet? Also check the boot carpet and spare wheel well for dampness?

4. Check the break.

Check the condition of the brake and suspension components. Considering the age and mileage of the car you’re looking at, is there more corrosion than you’d expect? Also, look for sand or silt in odd places.

5. Unexplained Corrosion

Check the condition of the brake and suspension components. Considering the age and mileage of the car you’re looking at, is there more corrosion than you’d expect? Also, look for sand or silt in odd places.

6.Check all the Light and electronics

If you’re happy with the other pointers, put the key in the ignition and check that all the warning lights are working. Start the engine – have all the lights gone out? Remember that random dashboard lights are an MoT failure.

7.Check the Airconditioneer Again

While the car is warming up, make sure all electrical items, such as the stereo, windows and mirrors, are working. If not, why not?

8. Drive the car for some minutes

After a couple of minutes running, are the car windows steaming up – especially with the heater on? If so, there is moisture in the car somewhere.

9.Check the history of the car

Now check the paperwork, paying particular attention to the V5 “logbook”. If the car has been recorded as Category C or D (uneconomic to repair) write-off, it will be stated here.here you will outsmart by nigerian seller,the idea is dont be in haste to closed the deal.

10.Still not convinced

To be on the safe side, get an independent vehicle inspection, costing from about 10k this service can easily be rendered by contacting @carslifeHub also A cheaper option is to take along a trustworthy mechanic, if you’re lucky enough to know one


compiled by @carslifeHub

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