Questions to ask a used car dealer

21May/100

Before you finally buy your desired used car, it is important that you have asked all the important questions you need to ask and know all you should know about the car that you will about to buy. It is important that you will not get yourself intimidated with a used car dealer and make sure you have ask all the important questions, which include the following:

Can I see the mechanic’s pre-certification inspection? – asking this would ensure that the used car you are buying is certified and has gone through the inspection process prior to the car’s certification. It is also important that you will ask for that piece of paper to know the fixed part of the car.
Where or who was the previous owner of the car – if your dealer would answer that it was a trade-in, ask for the maintenance record of the car then. On the other hand, if the car is purchased on an auction, you must then make sure that the car gone through with a fine-tooth comb by the car’s specializing mechanic.
Who certified the used car – you must be aware that the only certification that means everything is the one that is coming for a manufacturer or the manufacturer certified pre-owned car. The rest are insurance backed programs.
How long test drive can be done – it is advisable that you will take advantage of the cold used car market. Ask the dealer if you can take an overnight test drive. If the dealer will allow you to do so, put into writing that you won’t go beyond 100 miles on the odometer and will return the car full tank if you leave full tank.
Ask also if there will be carfax provided before the purchase took place – providing carfax is never an issue to a reputable used car dealers. Make sure as well that the vehicle identification number report will match with the VIN on the used car you are about to buy.
Ask about the dealership return policy – asking this question will sometime cause for a high-pressure dealership to laugh. However, if you are lucky enough to be on a consumer friendly dealer, they will definitely allow you to think bank and will provide you at least an equal value. Take note though that, no dealer of second hand cars will offer you cash back.
Ask if your purchase will include some new equipment like some new tires or a timing belt, as this will be great if the used car’s mileage is already approaching 100,000.