Dear readers, buying a car is exciting, but you know what? When picking up the car, we must learn to check the condition of the vehicle ourselves. Below, I'll share some important inspection steps to help you make sure there are no issues with the vehicle you buy.
1. Check the production date of the vehicle
First, open the passenger door and check the date the vehicle was manufactured. Generally speaking, vehicles with a production date of less than half a year are relatively new, and it is necessary to pay attention beyond this time. If the date of manufacture does not match the name plate of the vehicle, it may be a stock car or a replacement part.
2. Check the tire production date
Next, check the production dates of the four tires. Each tire has a set of numbers (4523) on it, representing the date of manufacture: week 23 in the 45th year. If the date of manufacture of the tire does not match the date of manufacture on the vehicle's name plate, it may mean that the vehicle has been involved in an accident or had a tire replaced. This will directly affect your driving safety, so be sure to pay attention to it!
3. Check the condition of the exhaust pipe
Open the hood and observe the condition of the exhaust pipe. If there is a large amount of black carbon deposits in the exhaust pipe, this could mean that the vehicle was once used for a test drive. Test drives tend to be used multiple times and there may be some unknown issues. Therefore, pay special attention to the condition of the exhaust pipe when purchasing.
4. Check the color of the engine oil
Pull out the dipstick and observe the color of the oil. If the oil is black in color, it could mean that the vehicle's engine has been in use for a longer time. The darker the color of the oil, the longer the engine will work. Therefore, pay special attention to the color of the oil and the use of the engine when buying.
5. Check the production date of the glass
Finally, check the production date of the whole car glass. Generally, the production date of glass is after the date of manufacture of the vehicle. If the factory date of the whole car glass is too far apart, it could mean that the vehicle has been in an accident and the glass has been replaced. This has a direct impact on your driving safety and the value of your vehicle. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the date of manufacture and the condition of the glass when purchasing.
Summary: When buying a vehicle, be sure to carefully inspect all parts of the vehicle to ensure that there are no problems with the vehicle you are buying. At the same time, you should also be careful not to be fooled by salespeople and not to believe verbal promises. If you find any abnormal situation, you should communicate with the 4S store in time and seek a solution. Remember, buying a vehicle is an important decision and must be approached with caution! Cars