What should you look for before buying a used car?

Before buying a used car there are several elements that can indicate the overall health of the vehicle. Mechanics, bodywork, interior wear, and general vehicle operation are carried out. In addition to these technical checks, it is necessary to carry out a survey at the P.R.A *. for administrative information and vehicle history. * The title search to the P.R.A. it is a document that can be found online or at a car registration agency, it is sufficient to have the vehicle license plate, the cost is around € 15.

MECHANICS, CHECKS TO BE MADE    - Engine compartment: the presence of oil leaks and any liquid leaks    - Coolant tray: it must not contain oil    - Clutch: the release of the clutch and the hardness of the pedal are important elements to understand its wear    -Exhaust smoke: must not be whitish in color    - Engine noise: the engine running must not have a metallic sound    -Tires, brake discs, shock absorbers

BODYWORK, CHECKS TO BE MADE    - Centralized locking operation    -General aspect    -Closing the doors and checking the space between the bodywork and the doors    - Integrity of the spare wheel space

INTERIORS, CHECKS TO BE MADE    -General aspect of the upholstery, steering wheel and pedals of the car    - Power steering, windscreen wipers, warning lights on the dashboard, window lifters, air conditioning.   In addition to these checks, it is important to test the vehicle on the road.    These are only part of the checks that we at Carsforexpats carry out on vehicles, thanks to which we are able to guarantee a safe and quality product.

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