If you are planning to buy a used car, you should be careful and keep some points in mind. In the transaction of such cars, in addition to paying attention to the right price for purchase, you should also pay attention to the technical performance of the device in question. At the same time, having information about documents and purchase procedures also helps to simplify your purchase process. In the second-hand car buying guide, you will read some important points that will help you make a better purchase.

These days, when the cost of buying a new car has become very high and irrational, and the installment methods of buying have also found a complicated way, looking at the used car market is a good idea. The second-hand car buying guide is divided into three different sections:

If you don’t pay attention to all these, it is possible to get a car that is constantly in the repair shop and imposes small and large expenses on you. In the following, we would like to introduce you examples of the examination of each of these sections so that you can gather your attention when shopping. The following points are mentioned in the Iranian and foreign used car buying guide.
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Checking the technical health of the car

Pay attention to the following when buying a used car:

Checking the chassis and body

If the car chassis is damaged, it will cause you a lot of damage in the future. A car that does not have the correct chassis will be out of control and its tires will wear out.

In order not to be captured by the colorful damages caused by the damaged chassis and body, be sure to pay attention to the performance of these car parts when buying. If the chassis is damaged, you will need to buy tires and you will have to constantly take care of the front of the car.
brake

The health of car brakes plays an important role in its performance. Pay attention to the sound of the brakes and see if you hear a sound when you brake. It is not a good sign to have a sound like two metals hitting each other while braking.

In this case, it is possible that the brake pads are worn out. Steering wheel vibration when braking is also a sign of problems in the brake disc. Pay attention to the operation of the handbrake and ABS brake (if any).
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Command test

It is always recommended to test the steering wheel in the second-hand car buying guide. Make sure the steering wheel is working correctly by sitting behind the wheel and driving the car. If you find that the steering wheel deviates while driving, hesitate to buy.
Color of exhaust smoke

Take a close look at the color of the exhaust smoke by turning on any car when evaluating its condition for purchase. Is the exhaust smoke very black or blue? These are not good signs at all. Changing the color of the exhaust smoke to blue and black can be rooted in the existence of major problems in the carburetor.

Black smoke is a sign of high fuel consumption. Blue smoke also indicates engine failure. Sometimes white smoke comes out of the exhaust of some cars. The presence of smoke in this color is also a sign of cylinder head gasket failure.
Sometimes, some unfair sellers try to prevent the exhaust from smoking by adding solid oils. These oils destroy the car engine and prevent you from realizing the real condition of the used car.
Radiator condition

If you see water leaking somewhere in the car, you should know that the cause is due to a problem in the radiator. Checking the condition of the car radiator is also very important; See if the radiator needs to be replaced.
Car electrical system (car wiring)

Pay attention to the electrical system of your car. To assess its condition, take a look at the performance of the front and rear lights, turn signals, wipers and parts such as fog lights. The window lifter or the audio system are also dependent on the car’s wiring and electrical system. By evaluating their performance, you can be sure about the correctness of the device’s electrical system.
air conditioning system

Evaluating the condition of the ventilation system is also very important among the tips for buying a second-hand car. By turning on the air conditioner and heater of the car, you will know about the operation of the ventilation system. The smell coming out of these parts indicates the incorrect operation of the car in this part. For example, if you smell moisture or antifreeze, it means that these car fluids are leaking.
Odometer

Evaluating the performance of the odometer is also very important. Make a comparison between the age and life of the cars and their odometer. If the number shown by the odometer is much higher than the life of the car, it is better to reconsider its purchase. The lack of compatibility between the two can be a sign of the depreciation of the used car.

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Evaluation of the appearance of the car

Paying attention to the appearance and cabin of the car is very important in the buying process. Sometimes, you don’t care much about the condition of the body and you don’t care about the appearance, but you should know that some of the car’s appearance problems can lead to great damages.
car cabin

Look carefully at all parts of the cabin or the cabin of the car. How is the condition of the seats? How are the dashboard and handles? Are the pedals working properly? Are the tires around the doors in good condition?
Car roof and pillar

Take a detailed and in-depth look at the condition of the roof and pillars of the car. This topic is very important in the second-hand car buying guide. A car that has been through unfortunate and heavy accidents will not have a healthy roof and pillars.
Rot under the car and fender

Pay attention to the lower parts of the car; See if the fender and those parts have rot or damage. Holes and rotting parts of the car can cause water to enter the car during snow and rain.
Car tire condition

Are car tires healthy? How long do they live? If the tires are not in good condition, they will affect the quality of your driving. The cost you have to spend to replace them is not small. Be careful to have a spare tire for the car.