There are many video reviews about passing test drives with various foreign cars in 2019.
Therefore, let's dwell on the question, what is a test drive of a car, how is it carried out and how much does it cost?
What is a test drive?
Buying a luxurious expensive car is a serious step. You can read and watch car reviews as much as you like, however, practical experience is much better.
A test drive is a service provided at any reputable car dealership to customers who want to test drive a selected car model.
That is, this is a free service designed to ensure that a potential buyer can appreciate all the charms and disadvantages of the selected car.
Of course, a test drive is a very important thing.. After all, how, if not in practice, to feel how a car can behave on the road, how the system as a whole works.
The theory and characteristics of a machine are one thing, but in practice things can be different. Perhaps the car is not suitable for you in size or it will be uncomfortable for you to drive it. Who knows?!
A test drive is for people who are planning to buy a car they like, not to satisfy their need to drive a good car.
The car dealership also wins by providing a test drive service. Firstly, this is how he attracts customers. And, secondly, by conducting test drives, dealers get customers' mobile phone numbers.
They work with them in the future (send messages about test drives, promotions, etc.). It's time to learn how to take the car for a test drive.
The opportunity to test the car in motion is offered in almost all car dealerships.
In many salons, dealers, in order to lure customers, advertise that you can take a test drive any day, even without an appointment. But in fact, everything is different.
Often, if a client comes without an appointment, then he is denied a test ride for one reason or another. Therefore, it is best to sign up for a test drive in advance.
If you don't know how to sign up for a test ride, then consider the following points:
- When you call the salon, be sure to ask if the desired model of the car is on the test or not. If there is, then arrange with the dealer about the time of the test drive.
- Specify what documents will need to be presented. Often, the client is asked to show a driver's license and passport.
- Find out how many people and whether you can take satellites with you (you may want to ride with family members).
- Find out the length of the route. If the dealer offers to make a “lap of honor” around the salon, then refuse. Salons with a good reputation prepare a route for a duration of at least 15 minutes.
- Be sure to check if the car is insured. If they say yes, but in fact they ask you to sign a document on liability for any damage to the vehicle during a test drive, then do not continue the experiment, but immediately go to another salon.
So… test drive
It's time to find out how a test drive in car dealerships goes. Before you get behind the wheel of the selected car, the dealer will definitely ask you to sign an agreement (agreement) on passing a test drive.
Never sign a document without reading it through to the end. Be sure to carefully read the rights and obligations of the parties, as well as the liability.
If the contract states that the client is responsible for the safety of the car, then run away from this salon.
So, the agreement is signed, it's time to try the car. Let's take a look at how a test drive is carried out.
First, the manager will invite you to go to the car. You can leave the parking lot in different ways:
- the manager will offer you to drive immediately;
- the specialist will drive the car to the exit from the parking lot;
- The manager will drive the first part of the route himself, the second part of the road will hand over the steering wheel to you.
If you come for a test drive with a companion, then keep in mind that he will sit in the back seat. Because the manager will be sitting next to you.
Sitting behind the wheel of a car, do not rush to move. First, adjust the seat for yourself, adjust the rear-view mirrors, the position of the steering wheel.
Be sure to look at the finish, feel the dimensions of the car, check the sound quality in the audio system, the operation of the climate system: air conditioning, climate control, heating, heating.
Pay attention to how strongly the doors open and close, how the hood and trunk behave, etc.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask the manager.
It is important to follow certain rules while driving during a test drive:
After a test drive, the dealer will offer you to fill out a questionnaire in which you will evaluate the model according to several characteristics. This is necessary in order for the auto center to display statistics on cars.
Video: How to take a car for a test drive?
In general, anyone who has a driving license and a category “B” driving license can take a car for a “test”. But in practice, everything does not always go so smoothly, and there are situations when the dealer refuses the client.
There may be several reasons, for example:
Test drive conditions in different car dealerships may vary. To get the service with maximum benefit and comfort, call several salons, find out about their conditions and features of a test drive, and then decide which center is best for you to go for a test drive.
Test drive: what is needed for this? Most often, only 1 document is required - a driver's license. In some situations, a passport may be required.
Issue price
Many car enthusiasts are interested in the answer to this question: "How much does a test drive in a car dealership cost?". Remember an important point: this service in all salons should be free.
The dealer has no right to demand money from the client. Even gasoline and other expenses for the maintenance of the car should not be borne by the client, but by the car dealership.
Do not think that auto centers are so generous to you that they offer you a test drive for free. It's just that the price of the service is already included in the cost of the future car.
Therefore, to the question: “Do I need to pay for a test drive,” the answer is unequivocally: “No, you don’t need to.”
Taking a car for a day or two for testing is much harder than for a few minutes. In this case, you must provide some value to the dealer or representative of the company of a particular brand of car.
They can give you a car for a long test drive if you:
- work as a journalist representing the interests of a large publication;
- a professional photographer who, of course, will take pictures of the selected car;
- you can give something to the representative office, promote its brand by writing a commendable article, advertising a car on social networks (in this case, a person must have an impressive number of subscribers);
- you are a corporate client, you want to buy several cars at the dealership.
Not everyone will be able to take a car for a long test drive, but only those people who have something to tell other people about the car (naturally, about the positive qualities of the car) or those who purposefully intend to buy several cars for their business and know about this person many (famous person).
Video: How to take a car for a long test drive
Test drive is an unparalleled service that allows a person to test a car first hand before making a purchase.
Taking a car for a test drive is not difficult if you really set a goal to buy the selected car model.
A driver's license, passport and a preliminary call to a car dealership is all you need in order to give you a car for a short test drive.
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One comment
If an individual decides to buy a specific car, then why is a test drive needed (the behavior of a new car will somehow differ from a test drive car). In any case, he will buy the car he wanted or within the available funds ...
And the choice of car after a test drive? How much, where and when? Apparently, this is a process associated with some psychology: ladies, no ladies; ladies, but not to you ...
For the vast majority of buyers of new cars, a test drive is carried out after buying a car during the warranty period...
Billboards, full of invitations to take a test drive, are increasingly reminding us of such a service from car dealerships. What is it, is it worth it, what undercurrents are there in this “cheese in a mousetrap”, what you need to remember on a test drive and many other questions related to this topic, read below. A test drive today is not a luxury, but a necessity. Many car dealers offer this service, and it's a sin not to use it.
Important! When buying a car from a test drive, you should get a discount.
What is a test drive and why is it needed
A test drive is a free trial trip, a kind of running-in of the model you like before buying. During the check-out, you can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the car and make the final decision regarding the purchase of an expensive (or not so) car. It is recommended to take a car with the maximum configuration for a test drive. In this case, you will fully appreciate the need for additional "bells and whistles" on the machine. And you can buy a car without "bells and whistles".
Remember! The test drive service is free! All major companies oblige their dealers to provide their customers with the entire test range of models. If you were denied a test drive, or the model you like is not provided by the salon for a test drive, this is illegal. You can complain to the manufacturer on hot phones or on the official website of the manufacturer. In any car dealership, even the smallest one, there must be cars for a test drive. If they tell you otherwise, don't believe it.
When buying an SUV, it is important to evaluate its capabilities not on smooth asphalt near the salon or along the main street of the city, but in really tough off-road conditions that are as close to real as possible.
Unfortunately, today there are few special sites for test-drive models. Few salons will dare to give you a car to test in the field. There is a way out: periodically, official dealers arrange field test drives on weekends. Everyone can participate in such testing and evaluate the quality of the desired SUV.
How is a test drive carried out
Some salons offer a test drive on their test field, or you can ride along the route agreed with the traffic police for test runs. The route should not only be exceptionally flat, but you should test the car both in the pits and on the turns, check the braking, speed, maneuverability, etc. You are invited to make a kind of circle (the start and finish of the trip at the gates of the cabin).
The duration of a short test run ranges from 10 to 40 minutes. You will go on a trial trip together with the manager. If you have additional questions or a desire to try the car in some other conditions (for example, speed, route of the trip), you can try to agree on this with the manager during the break-in process (but let's say right away that this is extremely problematic and almost impossible). Short test drives are available to everyone.
Expensive models are allowed to be checked throughout the day or even several days. You will test the car without a manager. True, for this you must be a regular customer (at least once a year to buy a new car model in this salon).
Permission for a long test drive is given by the sales director. Although the service itself is free, in this case an insurance policy is issued for the client.
How to order a test drive
You can order a test drive in advance by phone: negotiate with the manager the day, time, car model you are interested in. If you are already in the salon, and the car you are interested in is in place, then you can make a test drive right away.
Dealers often recommend choosing weekends for a test drive, because on weekdays there are plenty of cars on the road, and it will not be possible to accelerate the car to the speed you are interested in, besides, traffic jams often occur on a weekday (morning or evening) (and this is completely for you to nothing). You can also check in in the middle of the week, but then choose a time that does not coincide with rush hour.
What do you need to take a test drive
To take a test drive, you need a few things:
1. Order a test drive and arrive at the salon on time.
2. Driver's license.
3. Driving experience from 2 years.
4. Full years - 21.
5. Passport.
6. Sober state.
Attention!There can be no talk of any dress code.
During the test drive, you must adhere to the rules and listen to some advice.
Rules:
1. A consultant leaves the car dealership by car, you will change seats later.
2. The manager is in the front passenger seat for the duration of the trip.
3. Fasten your seat belt.
4. At the wheel, be collected, attentive.
Attention! Questions about a full tank of fuel, some breakdowns, insurance should not bother you at all. This is the concern of the authorized dealer. You just get behind the wheel and enjoy the ride.
5. Adhere to the rules of the road.
6. Do not intentionally damage the machine.
7. Listen to the manager's advice.
8. Do not exceed speed and do not "reckless" when cornering.
9. Be polite with the salon employee.
Helpful Hints:
If you are offered to test the car exclusively in dry weather, you should be wary. Here, most likely, the question is not about not getting the car dirty with dirt, the reason lies in something worse: you see, there are some shortcomings. Or perhaps the manager then decided to sell this car at full price.
Remember! The test copy should be sold at a big discount.
During the trip, the manager distracts your attention in every possible way and “talks your teeth” - culturally ask him to be silent or let him talk about some technical characteristics of the model. Don't be zombified!
Don't break traffic rules. Even if you are driving a test model, no one has canceled the fine for violating traffic rules.
Remember to insure your test instance. Don't drive a test car unless it's insured, even if you've almost bought it. God forbid, during a test drive, someone will knock you or you will knock someone - you will have to pay yourself.
How to behave
We suggest that you familiarize yourself with some recommendations of experts to make it easier for you to make your choice and not to forget anything when buying a car and passing a test drive.
1. Once in the passenger compartment, fasten your seat belt, check the mirrors and adjust the driver's seat for yourself.
2. Do not start abruptly, do not tear the car. Listen to her work.
3. Choose your usual driving pace and fully experience the car.
4. Follow the rules of the road.
5. Gather, do not be distracted, be careful.
6. You can take your passengers - family members with you (this is allowed). Perhaps together it will be easier for you to make your right choice when buying.
7. Do not be distracted by extraneous conversations with the manager.
8. Be sure to check the operation of all climate control systems: air conditioning, heated seats, heating system.
9. Check the operation of the audio system, sunroof, wipers.
10. Check the doors, trunk lid and hood (should not wedge, creak, jam).
11. Listen for noises from the engine, ventilation, tires, upholstery, etc. Extraneous disturbing noises should not be.
12. Make sure you are comfortable in this car.
Test car insurance by the dealer and who is responsible for car damage Don't be afraid to drive a test car, it is already insured for all occasions and even natural disasters. Remember! You do not have to sign any papers for damages caused to the car during the trip. If this is offered - refuse the services of such a salon. It is illegal.
Attention! Do not agree to a test drive if a manager is driving. You have to be behind the wheel to feel the car.
Car test drives are the main section of the MotorPage portal. At the moment, more than 2 thousand test drives have been collected on our portal, so it can rightfully be considered one of the most complete test drive catalogs on the Russian Internet. The goal of Motorpage is to be completely objective and unbiased in vehicle tests. Own edition releases an average of 2-3 autotests per week. In addition, on the portal you can get acquainted with the test drives of our information partner - Avtopanorama magazine.
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