Buying a new car is not always an option, as it involves a considerably high cost. So, one of the best options available is to buy a used car and save money. However, buying a used car can be tricky as you cannot be sure about the vehicle’s condition. The best thing to do is to carry out thorough research about the condition of the vehicle and check its important components before making your final decision. Here are four things that you need to check before buying a used car:
Vehicle history: Vehicle history is very important as they will tell you whether or not the vehicle has been involved in a serious accident previously or not. This way, you will have complete information about the vehicle before buying it. If the car was involved in an accident (which is the case for most used cars for sale in Ghana even though most dealers try to hide this fact) kindly enquire to get the picture of the accident before importation to ensure you are buying a good car
Engine condition: Engine condition is very important in any vehicle. It is advisable to check with a diagnostic tool and as well check the oil level of the engine as low oil levels can indicate leakages or other problems with the engine. You should also check for unusual sounds coming from the engine to ensure that it is in good condition.
Suspension and drivability: The vehicle should drive well with no squeaks and noises. Any identified noise should be identified and factored into immediate repair cost if vehicle is what you like and it is in generally a very good condition. Look under the vehicle to check for excessive rust. Kindly note there is a degree of rust in all vehicles but kindly ensure it is not to the extreme compromising the safety of of the car.
Cosmetic and Other factors: Make sure to confirm the car is looking cosmetically nice especially the paint job and body lines or you will have to factor that into the immediate repair bill. Kindly fee free to add any more items to check out for in the comment section.