Helpful information when you’re shopping for a used car.

Buying Your First Car As A New Driver can be very exciting. You probably even thought about what car you wanted before you even passed your test. There is a lot you have to think about before making any decisions. From finding the right car insurance to reviewing the car history, these are all important.
When shopping for a used car, the term “test drive” is a little misleading. During the test drive you could have the car checked out by your mechanic, but there are a lot of things that you can look for without the help of a mechanic. Below is a list of some simpler things such as tire wear, fluid leaks, brakes and recent services (the time of its last oil change).
After all, if a car needs tires, brakes or servicing, it might add hundreds of dollars or even thousands to the cost of the vehicle.

Used Car Test Drive Checklist

Detailed look around the car

Take a walk around the used car and examine each body panel individually for scratches, dents or rust. Stand back from the car on each side and with your eyes follow along each seam between body panels, fenders and doors and between the hood and fenders. Make sure the seam maintains an even width along the entire length. Open and close all the doors and the trunk to make sure they operate smoothly.

Unusual tire wear

Check tires to make sure it is even across the tread and the tread blocks are flat across the top, not cupped. Look at each tire individually; do they have at least a quarter of an inch of tread? Is the tire wear even? Are the tires matched in size and brand?

Look under the used car for fluid leaks

With the engine off and when it’s running, open the hood and look for fluid leaks. When the engine is running, listen for knocks, ticks or hisses. Check the oil level and make sure it looks clean so you know that it has been recently serviced.

Driving the used car

• When driving the car does the vehicle pull to one side or the other when you accelerate?
• Does the transmission shift smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel vibrate at any speed?
• Are there any odd noises when you accelerate from a standstill?
• Apply the brakes; does the pedal feel squishy? Does the vehicle pull to one side or the other when braking?
• When setting behind the wheel check and make sure the controls for every system operate properly.
• Does the air conditioner cool, does the heater heat?
• Does the CD player work?
• Lock and unlock all the doors from inside and out.
• Does the car look generally clean and regularly cleaned regularly with the best handheld vacuum? Having a clean car says a lot about a person. Regardless of whether you purchased a brand new car or a used on, ensuring your car is cleaned regularly is important. With this being said, there are many products out there, so it may help if you check out sites similar to Product Playoffs, just so you have an idea of where to begin when it comes to keeping your car as clean as possible.

Clean title

A clean certificate of title represents that the vehicle is fully paid and owned by the seller listed on the title document. A clean title also indicates that the vehicle has not been in a major accident causing a Salvage Title, had Flood Damage, Frame Damage or mileage rollback. You can use CarFax or AutoCheck to check for these problems. Another option is to access the National Motor Vehicle Title information system through a state’s department of motor vehicles website, or through affiliate sites registered with NMVTIS.

When looking to buy a used car, look for an established used car dealership that has a large selection of vehicles and good online reviews. When visiting a dealership you will get the assurance that comes with seeing the automobile in person, test driving it, and having it checked by a mechanic before you purchase. Buying a used car from a reputable used car dealership simply gives you a variety of benefits you will not find elsewhere.

Come see us at Never Say No Auto. We have a large selection of used cars and we will help you find the one that fits your budget and requirements. All of our vehicles go through a 60 point inspection and have a clean AutoCheck history.

Looking to buy a used car in the Springfield MO or Bolivar MO area?

Come see us at Never Say No Auto.
We have a large selection of newer model used cars and we have excellent financing programs.

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1418 N. Glenstone Ave 2710 S. Springfield Ave
Springfield, MO 65802 Bolivar, MO 65613
Phone: 417-862-8444 Phone: 417-777-7810

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