Things to Look for Before Buying a Vehicle

Nipuna Marasinghe
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Buying a vehicle has become a dream for many people in our country. Because nowadays, when you hear the prices of vehicles in our country, you are surprised. The prices of such vehicles are very high. Also, vehicles that were in high demand can now be sold for three times the price they were bought for. Therefore, today, many people have given up the dream of new vehicles and have turned to buying second-hand vehicles. But when you buy a vehicle, you need to see if that vehicle is in good condition. Because a vehicle does not make a good vehicle just because it looks good. When you buy a second-hand vehicle, you need to see if that vehicle has been in an accident or is in poor condition. Otherwise, your money will only be wasted. So that's why today, MotorGuide, we are telling you what things you need to look for before buying a vehicle.

Look at the Tyres

Tires are something that you definitely need to look at before buying a vehicle. So, don't forget to check if the tyres and rims of the vehicle are in good condition. Although some vehicles have four types of tyres, Yes. But no matter how you put it, the tires on the right and left sides should be the same type. Also, check if all four rims are the same type. Also, don't forget to check if the tires are worn out more than the specified amount. Because all four tires should be worn out to the same extent. Otherwise, buying a vehicle with worn tires can cost you extra and even cause harm to your life.

Check the bonnet

When you buy a vehicle, you should definitely pay attention to the bonnet of the vehicle. Especially the edges of the bonnet. Because the bonnet can tell whether the vehicle you are going to buy has been in an accident or not. So, if there are any dents or scratches on the bonnet, if it looks like it has been painted, and if the holes in the bonnet are blunt, the vehicle you are going to buy may have been in an accident.

Check the engine number and chassis number

Everyone who is going to buy a vehicle should pay attention to the various numbers mentioned in the book You need to do this. Because the engine number and chassis number must be mentioned correctly. You can see the chassis number on the frame of the vehicle when you open the door. Most of the time, the chassis number is visible around the engine. Some old vehicles have the chassis number on the front. Also, look at the engine number. So remember to check if this number matches the number in the book.

Check the engine

The engine of a vehicle is something like the heart. So you need to check if there are any worn or rusty places in the engine. Also, check if the engine oil, gear oil, and brake oil are in the right quantities. Usually, the color of engine oil is light brown. But if it is dark black or thick, the engine oil may have been changed after a while.

Check the windscreen

One thing you need to check when buying a vehicle is the windscreen. There is a sticker on the windscreen of the vehicle. So about this sticker on the windscreen You should be careful. If you see that the sticker has been removed or glued, it means that the windscreen has been broken and repaired. So when buying a vehicle, definitely pay attention to the windscreen.

Check the lights and bumpers

Be careful about the lights of the vehicle you are going to buy. If the lights of the vehicle are new, it is possible that the vehicle has been repaired and has been in an accident. You should also check the bumpers. If the bumpers of the vehicle are damaged, it is more likely that the vehicle has been in an accident.

Check the interior of the vehicle

Also check the condition of the dashboard, seats, ac, sounds and wipers inside the vehicle. Check if the ac of the vehicle is working properly, if the seat covers are damaged, and if the headliner on the roof is in good condition.

Drive the vehicle Check

If you are buying a vehicle, you should definitely drive the vehicle for at least 10 minutes. So, when you drive, see if you hear different sounds and if the brakes are working properly. In this way, you should see if all the options of the vehicle are working properly. Drive the vehicle loudly and smoothly. Also, remember to drive the vehicle on a bumpy road and on a hill in addition to a main road.

Check the vehicle's documents

When buying a vehicle, it is important to be very careful about the official documents. Be sure to check the name and address of the real owner selling the vehicle on the national identity card. Also, if it is a leased vehicle, you should also get a letter stating that the payments have been completed.

Here are the things you should look for when choosing a good vehicle. If you are buying a vehicle, you can choose a good vehicle by considering these things.

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