Important Points Before Buying a Used Car

Tip 1 - Changing the actual mileage also, called "Clocking" on the Dashboard.

I have been a victim of clocking and I had to pay the price for such nuisance. My only tip is to watch out for clocking.

"Clocking is the illegal practice of winding back the odometer on a high–mileage car to increase its apparent value and asking price. Every 1,000 miles removed increases the value substantially." 

Tip 2 - Tyres of the Car

Check the tyres of the car properly as those are costly, judge the remaining life of the try by measuring the pattern height from the surface of the tyre

Tip 3 - Find indications of dent under the hood

Open the hood of the car to find out any possible indications of dents due to accident rust or damages occurred due to collision. Make sure the car's Vehicle Identification Number also known as Chassis Number is in original condition and not stamped.

Tip 4 - Inspect the Engine for any possible leakages

Under the hood check the engine joints for any possible leakages which are indicated by dark brown oil spots on the engine body.

Tip 5 - Check the floor of the Car

Remove the carpet under the footrest and see if its clean or rusty, if you find it rusty don't buy the car at all or else you will make a very wrong decision.

Tip 6 - Car Computer Errors

Some cars have computerized system through which the functions of the car are controlled. While you start the car engine look for some errors or notifications by the computer as they may cause you problem onwards.

Tip 7 - Check the paint job of the car

Before buying a used car check the paint job of the car by running your finger on the end and joints to find out the residue of the masking tape which indicates repaint or look for rust spots and dents.