The 12 golden rules of buying a used vehicle

The 12 golden rules of buying a used vehicle


 
The 12 golden rules of buying a used vehicle
Even though this is not a new vehicle, purchasing a used vehicle is still a significant investment in money and time. We suggest twelve recommendations that will make your process easier.

BEFORE COMMENCING YOUR PURCHASING PROCEDURES

Assess your needs and determine your budget; you will avoid cost overruns.
Consult the classifieds of newspapers, trade websites and magazines to find out the features and value of the vehicle you are looking for.
ONCE YOU FIND YOUR RARE PEARL

Make sure the vehicle meets your needs for space, comfort, handling and price.
Ask your seller, dealer or private individual for access to the vehicle's maintenance file. This way you will be able to check the car's mileage, service history, some reliability issues, a list of potential recalls that may have been issued and any other relevant information that will guide your purchasing decision.
If possible, contact the previous owner of the car you want to buy. This will give you a better picture of the car and check some points that the dealer does not always want to tell you.
It is very important to take a test drive. Not just a street corner, you have to spend 15-20 minutes on the road to properly assess the vehicle. If you are not entirely comfortable, invite a knowledgeable friend who can help you.
You must take note of the vehicle identification number (VIN) and contact the manufacturer to verify if the vehicle has not been the subject of recalls or if it has not been declared total loss as a result. of an accident.
It is imperative to have the car checked by an independent mechanic of your choice.
If you have any questions about the price of replacement parts and maintenance costs, it is a good idea to make a few calls to a parts dealer and dealership to find out what it costs to maintain your. future vehicle. You might have good or bad surprises. Do the same exercise with a few insurance companies.
BEFORE SIGNING THE CONTRACT

Consult the Register of movable real rights (RDPRM page 4) to make sure that the vehicle is free of any debt, and that its former owner has not given it as security for an unpaid loan.
If you are buying from an individual, prepare a formal sales contract.
You should never sign a contract under pressure. If a merchant denies you access to the maintenance record, a buyer gives you an appointment in a dodgy place, run away. Because once the contract is signed, you are taken with the vehicle.
Remember this: in the automobile as elsewhere, if one thing is too good to be true, it probably means there's something wrong with it. Quality comes at a price, even in used vehicles.

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