If you are in the market for buying a used car, then you are advised to tread carefully if you want to avoid the possibility of getting stung.
One of the first pitfalls to avoid is the price trap. If a used car is being sold at a lower price than a similar model in similar condition, then you should always question the reason why the price is so low.
There are a number of questions that you should put to the local motors seller, and it is good to have these prepared before you start talking to him of her.
You need to find out the length of time they have owned the car (be careful if they have owned it for only a short time); whether it has an MOT and for how long it still has to run; the same regarding road tax; the car’s general condition; the reasons why they are selling the car; whether the car has been involved in any accidents and if so how badly was it damaged and who repaired it; whether the car works perfectly or if there are any faults; and always ask them if they can think of anything else that you should know about the car.
It is a fact that there are issues with thirty-three percent of used cars that are revealed through a vehicle test, available from www.motors.co.uk, and carrying one out is good insurance against there being any legal reason why you should not buy the car or if it has ever been written off by an insurance company.
Next there comes the visit. There are many things to check on a used car, and often it can help having somebody who is knowledgeable regarding cars there with you. It is also possible to have the car professionally checked by one of the motoring organisations. Although this could cost you up from £100 to £300 depending on the type of inspection and the mar model, it can save you very much more.
Finally, never buy a used car without first having taken it for a test drive.
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