Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Check List When Buying Used Cars



The selection of used cars in Melbourne is outstanding. Many fabulous cars from around the country have been brought together, and with such a terrific collection at hand, you are bound to find the one you always dreamed of. Even if those hot wheels are currently not on the lot, reputable used car dealers should be able to locate the vehicle in no time.

Imagine, the time has come and you are finally standing in front of your dream car. All the desired options are accounted for, you like the colour, there are no visible dents and scratches, and it runs perfectly. The vehicle passes your preliminary inspection. Now the moment has come for you to pull out your check list and consider every item you marked down.

1. Is the car right for you? Although it would be nice to own a hot little sports car, it may not be the right automobile for you. Especially when you have a family, you may need something bigger with comfortable seating for everyone and lots of storage. You may also want to read numerous consumer reviews. From them, you will learn which vehicles are reliable and which ones to avoid.

2. Is the price acceptable? If you know what kind of brand and model you want, check its value ahead of time. Compose a list of all the cars you are considering and take this with you to the used car dealers. Melbourne prices are typically right on, but you never know! When making your list, take not only the brand, model and options into account, but also the year the car was built. There is indeed quite a bit of difference if the car was manufactured in 2002 or 2009.

3. Are the ownership records and maintenance logs available? How many times did this vehicle switch hands? The inspection of maintenance records is important for used cars. Melbourne salesmen know that there is quite a difference in car performance if the vehicle was serviced by an amateur, or by mechanics in a professional shop. Consequently, they should not give you a hard time.

4. What is the overall condition of the car? Take a good look at the car's paneling, and check the tires for tread, uneven wear, and cracks. Is there rust damage? Have parts been replaced due to an accident - mismatched colours may be an indicator? Do you suspect coolant and oil leaks? While you are looking around, also inspect the interior of the car. No warning lights should be blinking!

5 What kind of warranty and road side assistance is offered? Does the dealership accept trade-ins? What are the finance options? While test driving the car, ask the salesperson as many questions as you can think of. Also, pay attention to the way the car drives. If you notice unusual sounds or vibrations, ask for an explanation. Do not hesitate to drive used cars on the highway, or for a longer period of time. As we know, not all defects show up after a 10 minute ride.

With your list at hand, you should be able to get the information you need to make an informed decision. Just remember, you do not have the settle for the first one you see... there are more used cars in Melbourne than you could ever imagine!

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