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Offline maj54us

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Car Inspection. What should be inspected?
« on: September 15, 2011, 02:50:09 pm »
Hello, I'm looking for a used car and I had a friend recommend a person who inspect cars.
After using his services I feel He didn't do much. I asked him if he should lift the car to remove the wheels check the bottom, Engine pressure, etc...

He said he doesn't need to. Anyway that's another story

My question is what should be inspected when purchasing a used car?
Is there a list somewhere to check?
thanks
Marc
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Re: Car Inspection. What should be inspected?
« Reply #1 on: September 15, 2011, 02:57:00 pm »
Quote from: maj54us on September 15, 2011, 02:50:09 pm
Hello, I'm looking for a used car and I had a friend recommend a person who inspect cars.
After using his services I feel He didn't do much. I asked him if he should lift the car to remove the wheels check the bottom, Engine pressure, etc...

He said he doesn't need to. Anyway that's another story

My question is what should be inspected when purchasing a used car?
Is there a list somewhere to check?
thanks
Marc

If I don't know a mechanic or shop locally, I'll take the car to its brand dealer.  For example, when I was looking at Porsches, I had a pre-purchase inspection done on the car at a Porsche dealer.  I've had other cars inspected at Lexus dealerships also.  Most of them have some type of pre-purchase inspection they can do, and it's like a giant check-list.
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Re: Car Inspection. What should be inspected?
« Reply #2 on: September 15, 2011, 05:51:35 pm »
Quote from: maj54us on September 15, 2011, 02:50:09 pm
Hello, I'm looking for a used car and I had a friend recommend a person who inspect cars.
After using his services I feel He didn't do much. I asked him if he should lift the car to remove the wheels check the bottom, Engine pressure, etc...

He said he doesn't need to. Anyway that's another story

My question is what should be inspected when purchasing a used car?
Is there a list somewhere to check?
thanks
Marc


See the attached APA Used Vehicle Inspection Form that you can take to an independent mechanic.

or

MONTREAL
Andrew Bleakley
Mobile Vehicle Inspection Service
(514) 890-5000

APA recommended mobile used car inspection service
Examines body, mechanical components, and odometer for signs of tampering.
Issues detailed written report.
Needs 24- 48 hours notice.
Cost: $90 including taxes - extra if you're away from the city center.

« Last Edit: September 15, 2011, 05:58:59 pm by Gardiner Westbound »
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Re: Car Inspection. What should be inspected?
« Reply #3 on: September 15, 2011, 10:57:34 pm »
thank you for the infos
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