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When it comes to inspecting vehicles in Buy Here Pay Here, your eyes will be your greatest asset. When the vehicles are still in their original condition and the engines are not yet cold, it is best to conduct the inspection. Although all cars are subject to wear and tear, they can only affect the vehicle’s feel while other issues could lead to costly repairs. Inspecting your vehicles will help you avoid costly repairs down the road. To lower the cost of your vehicle, you can use any defects as bargaining chips if the vehicles are still in your price range.

Tip #1: If you smell it, look for signs that your vehicle has been inundated and is now rotting.

Tip #2: Make certain that the hood opens properly without squeaking. This can indicate that there has been an accident in the past that could have damaged the engine.

Tip #3: If a hood prop is missing, look for pride in ownership.

Tip #4 – Leaves stuck to the hinges and around hood covers could be a sign that the vehicle is old or has been parked for too long.

Tip #5 is to look for fluid leaks on the outside of mechanical parts.

Tip #6. Check that the drive belts are not worn.

Tip #7. Check for signs of battery corrosion.

Tip #8. Look for chewed-up tubing.

Tip #9, Give it a good spin with the cooling fan and see if it moves freely.

Tip #10, Check for damage to the radiator cap when cold to check if it has been heated too much. It is a red signal if the vehicle is not getting enough radiator oil.

Tip #11 Check your windshield wiper reservoir for any leakage.

Tip 12: Check your fuel filter for cleanliness and age.

Tip #13: Check fluids:

Coolant – Check for color, cleanliness, amount.

Oil – To check oil levels and oil color, take out the dipstick. Oil that is darker than normal would mean that the oil hasn’t been changed for some time and could be harmful to your vehicle.

Brake fluid reservoir- Fluid should always be changed. Low fluid could lead to worn brake pads, or even actual brakes.

Check your power steering fluid levels using the hot and the cold lines.

Transmission fluid – There are some dip-sticks with hot and cold markings, but this is the only one where it is recommended to check while hot (after you have done a test drive in which the vehicle is hot) except for Honda, where the engine must be hot but the vehicle should be off. It should be clear and pink. It should not be yellow with bubbles and a low mark.

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