7 Things I Would Check Before Paying For A Used Car In Nigeria - Car Talk

 

Buying a used car is not just about finding one with clean paint, a good interior and an engine that sounds fine. Some expensive problems are not obvious when you first see the vehicle. If I were helping someone inspect a car before payment, these are seven areas I would want checked. 1. Engine condition: Does it start easily, idle smoothly and run without unusual knocking or excessive smoke? 2. Transmission: Does the gear engage properly? For an automatic, does it shift smoothly during a test drive? 3. Chassis number: Does the number on the vehicle match the relevant vehicle documents? 4. Accident history: Check for uneven panel gaps, unusual welding, overspray and signs of major structural repairs. 5. Cooling system: Does the temperature remain normal during the drive? Any coolant leaks or signs of overheating? 6. Suspension and steering: Listen for knocking sounds and notice whether the car pulls to one side or vibrates unusually. 7. Documents and ownership: Confirm that the seller has the appropriate documents and that ownership can be transferred properly. One important point: passing these checks does not automatically mean the car is perfect. A qualified mechanic should inspect it, and legal or documentation concerns should be verified separately. For example, a car can look beautiful outside but have a transmission problem that becomes obvious only after driving it. My question: If you were buying a used car tomorrow, which of these seven checks would you consider most important? What else would you add? Quote Report 2 Likes Like 1 Share Share

Re: 7 Things I Would Check Before Paying For A Used Car In Nigeria by RollinTNDA: 1:22pm

8. Check for cum stains on seats If you are buying used car from America These Oyinbos love to freaky freaky inside thierr cars. Especially the back seats