So, before signing the act of acceptance and transfer of the car, you must:
Check engine numbers, chassis and body number, VIN, check all documents carefully, every letter.
Registration certificate (copy), passports for additional equipment and alarms with marks in the warranty cards, manual for the car (Russian and English version), service book (+ warranty certificate). The service book should contain records of pre-sale preparation.
Full visual inspection without opening the doors, hood and trunk. Step aside and inspect the body from different angles for dents.
All doorways must be even, the doors must not protrude / protrude beyond the body, the hood and trunk lids must also not be skewed and have even openings.
Squat in front of the car, then behind the car and evaluate the evenness of the hood and trunk lid interface lines.
The front and rear optics should not have cracks, chips and should stand without distortions.
Kneel in front of the front bumper and inspect the bottom of the bumper, as well as plastic parts in front of the car. There should be no chips, cracks or breaks. Do the same for the rear bumper.
Behind the front and rear wheels should be plastic mudguards (not always)
Check wheel caps, check tire pressure. (The average value of the pressure gauge is 2.2 atm.)
Open the trunk, raise the floor luggage compartment and check the presence of a spare wheel and the reliability of its fixation, as well as a jack and a set of tools with a wheelbrace.
Check the reliability of closing and freedom of opening the trunk from the button and key, check the gas stops.
Check the reliability of the closing-opening of the gas tank hatch. Check the operation of the lever for opening the gas tank hatch from the passenger compartment of the car (It is located to the left of the driver's seat, on the floor. It rises up).
Check the operation of the trunk light bulb, check the reliability of the hatches in the trunk.
Open the hood and check the security of the hood stop.
Check fluid levels: antifreeze, brake reservoir, engine oil level, power steering oil level and windscreen washer oil level.
Check the reliability of locking - opening the hood. (The hood release lever is located to the left of driver's seat under the torpedo at knee level)
Check for key locking and unlocking of both front doors.
Check all doors one by one for free opening and closing. All doors must open and close with the same force.
At the ends of two rear doors there is a stopper in the constipation area. This is a blocking of door locks from the possibility of opening them from the inside - for children.
Check the functionality of the lock.
Check operation of power windows on all doors driver's door(4 keys and a lock button), and then the same on each door separately with an individual switch. Make sure that the lock on the driver's door of all power windows works.
In both cases, lower the glasses down to the end. Everything should go without jamming.
Check the free longitudinal movement of the driver and passenger seats, and then the tilt of the backrests and the movement of the head restraints.
Pull the rear seats and backs for looseness. Everything must be secure. Check folding rear seats and fixing them separately. (The seats fold, move forward, you see the rail lock, it works from two latches, by pressing which you get access to two cells in the floor. The chair is fixed by a slight throw back)
Check the performance of the rear speakers, because. the front ones are always heard, but the rear ones are forgotten.
Check the operation of interior lighting.
Start the engine without opening the hood.
While the engine is warming up, turn on the radio and check the reliability and unscrew-screw the antenna, check the front and rear speakers using the balance method, as well as the stereo balance of the right and left speakers, put in the CD and check the radio. If possible, tune in one station. Audio CD and MP3CD - take from home for testing.
Check the operation of the wiper blades in all modes, adjust the stroke interval. Pour water into the washer tank.
Check the operation of the front and rear washer pumps (Front - right handle towards you, rear - rotation towards you).
Check the ease of movement of the steering wheel, with the engine running, the steering wheel should turn with the palm of your hand.
Check the operation of the rear window heating - heating threads are felt by hand in half a minute.
Also check the operation of the electric heating of the side mirrors and front seats.
Ask to click sound signal and check sitting in front of the car.
Check instrument panel illumination.
Get out of the car and ask to turn on the near / far / turn signals / feet / fog lights / emergency lights / dimensions / reverse.
Check the operation of the headlight range control and front fog lamps, if available as an option.
If the engine has warmed up by this time, check the operation of the stove. Should be warm.
Turn off the stove and blow the interior with a fan at all speed modes by changing the direction of the air flow with the switch.
Turn on the air conditioner and check for cold air in the MAX cooling mode.
Turn on air recirculation in the passenger compartment and check the air pressure from the nozzles. Should blow a little weaker than when taking air from outside.
Check the cigarette lighter and its operation (take an auto charger with you, as the cigarette lighter is not supplied).
Check the reliability of opening and closing the glove compartment and all containers in the car.
Check seat belt buckles.
Also check if the year of manufacture of the battery matches the year of manufacture of the vehicle. Often the batteries are removed to start another car, because. they are not loaded.
The salon usually fills in 3–5 liters of gasoline, i.e. before refueling (AI-92 or 95 - check immediately. The manufacturer recommends gasoline with octane rating not lower than 91). Before leaving the dealership, ask for additional fuel to be added to the gas tank until the fuel control lamp goes out. (The light comes on when there is less than 10 liters of fuel in the tank)
Check the alarm, the operation of the central lock. If a shock sensor is installed, check the response level by knocking on the wheel. Ask the installer to show where the blocks are located, where the buttons are, where the lock, shutdown and service maintenance Valet.
Upon receipt, depending on the installed add. equipment, you have:
- 2 car keys (+ a token with the key number in case it needs to be duplicated)
- 2 key fobs from the alarm (+ access key to the control unit)
- 3 keys for the hood lock (mechanical or electric)
- 3 keys from the gearbox blocker (manual transmission or automatic transmission)
- Immobilizer card and key fob (if additional cards are not registered)
When inspecting the car Special attention look at the edges of the doors, hood and trunk - for chips.
I will not remind you that if errors are found, let them correct them. Do not sign the act of receiving the car. If the errors are not guaranteed - only extra costs. ...
So you've decided to buy new car. Of course, buying a new car is less risky than buying an old one. However, do not rely entirely on consultants in a car dealership.
It is important not only to carefully inspect the car you are buying inside and out, check all the documents and certificates, but also conduct the necessary test drive. Otherwise, paradoxically, you can buy a pig in a poke.
Top mistakes when buying a new car
Very often, buyers do not want to spend time studying offers in several car dealerships. But this one of the biggest mistakes, which is allowed by future car owners. The difference consists, firstly, in the prices for the offered goods and services. And secondly, in different car dealerships there is a different assortment and quality of the cars offered. However, more expensive does not mean better.
Second mistake, which buyers allow, is ordering a car. Often people become victims of their own inexperience. The fact is that a car brought to order may turn out to be defective, which most often happens. Also, such a car may arrive in poor condition due to careless transportation. But most importantly, it may turn out to be completely faulty. But the order of the car is made only with 100 percent prepayment.
The next common mistake- Oversight of documents or incorrect execution. It would seem a trifle. But such a trifle can lead to serious consequences. Buyers don't bother checking warranty cards, car documents, licenses and certificates. And, meanwhile, it is important to know the history of the delivery of the car, because it does not always get to the car dealership first-hand. Such an oversight can lead to problems with the service and operation of the car.
How to avoid mistakes when buying a car
Before you do final choice, study the offers of several car dealerships. Ask your friends where they buy cars. Once you've settled on a particular dealership, go shopping. At the same time, if you are a beginner, ask one of your friends who understands cars to go with you and help you choose.
After you decide on the model of the car and its price, proceed to a thorough inspection of the body and interior. The car body must be perfectly clean, and the paint must lie evenly on its entire surface. Take a close look under acute angle sides of the body, trunk, hood and roof for dents, scratches and other damage. To do this, you need to sit down, only then all the roughness will be visible.
Also carefully inspect all joints and gaps between the parts, since it is there that corrosion begins to form most quickly. Pay attention to stickers, inscriptions and accessories, which, most often, mask defects. Check all car doors, they should close equally well. Check also all door locks. Check that the trunk, hood, all doors and windows are closed tightly.
Open the hood and check the position of the engine, the fastening of all bolts and parts. Also carefully examine the bottom of the body, even if you have to lie under the car to do this. It is necessary to inspect the anchor points of the jack, make sure there are no traces of welding and installation of the towbar. Check the trunk and the tool kit in it.
Proceed to inspect the interior of the car. Here you need to pay attention to the toolbar, check the performance of all indicators, buttons, switches and devices. Carefully inspect the upholstery, doors and seats, they should not have swelling or any other damage. Check the seat adjustments, starting with the driver's. The chair should be comfortable and comfortable.
If everything suits you, go for a test drive. It shouldn't be short. Good test drive should take at least half an hour, and even more if necessary. While driving, check gear shifting, clutch and brake operation. Pay attention to the vibration of the steering wheel.
If you have chosen a car with an automatic transmission, then put it in position "D" and release parking brake. The car should move easily. Safety comes first, so it is important that the car is equipped modern systems ABS, ESP and EBD. When working with the gas pedal, there should be no failures of it.
After the car has passed the test drive perfectly, you can proceed to the paperwork. Here you need to be extremely careful. Check technical certificate purchased car. It must indicate the date of registration and year of manufacture of the car, as well as an identification number(VIN).
The reference-account must indicate the date and place of the purchase and sale transaction, its essence and conditions, the cost of the purchased car and all relevant information about it, as well as the name and address of the car dealership and the buyer's data. Also check the warranty salon and service book.
Find out also about the service of the purchased car, where and how it is carried out. You should not go along with the seller and buy a car on credit, since in this case you can overpay for the cost of the car twice. Also, it is not always worth agreeing to hot offers, promotions and discounts, since behind this successful marketing ploy always hides the personal benefit of the seller. So, having bought a car at a discount, you can overpay for its MOT or purchase of spare parts.
So, you decided to join the camp of motorists and acquire own car- and certainly new. Surrounded by many automotive magazines, calling friends and visiting dozens of online forums and communities, you have chosen a car that meets your tastes, needs and financial capabilities. Now comes the most crucial moment - the purchase itself, which, as you might guess, will be a labor-intensive, energy-consuming process.
Buying a car: the first steps
Alas, it is not yet possible to buy a new car via the Internet, like many modern devices. The maximum that you can count on is the possibility of ordering through the dealer's website, however, in any case, personal communication cannot be avoided. Therefore, to begin with, you will have to choose a car dealership in which you will make a purchase.
As a rule, in major cities several dealers deal with one brand at once, and on the Internet you can find a lot of conflicting reviews about them - from praises (often custom-made) to curses (which may also not be entirely sincere). Once upon a time, Chekhov rightly, with his inherent medical accuracy and insight of a genius, remarked: each case must be individualized. We advise you to critically consider each of these reviews.
pick up the phone and do not be too lazy to call each of the car dealerships- their addresses and phone numbers can be easily found through Yandex. Ask the seller a few simple questions: is the car available. If not, when will it be, and is it necessary to deposit funds in order to reserve it? What colors are available? Options? And most importantly - what is the price of the car you need, because, as a rule, various kinds of cheats are added to the base cost.
Even from such a short telephone conversation, you can learn a lot of useful things.
First, you get the information you need first hand You don't have to spend a lot of time going around all the car dealerships. Secondly, you can choose your manager. Believe me, this is very important - in the process of buying you will have to communicate with him for a long time, so I would like some kind of human contact to start. It is not always worth going to the nearest car dealership from home, because, in the end, this can turn into a lot of spent nerves. A good manager during a telephone conversation will be friendly and patient, most likely, he will ask your name and introduce himself, and if you are lucky, he will invite you to a car dealership. Say for a test drive.
One caveat: if you are still not sure that you will buy this particular car (right here), do not take the entire amount with you. Usually a deposit is enough - most often 10-15 thousand rubles, which you can immediately deposit at the cash desk of a car dealership and thereby reserve a car. When everything goes well, you go to a car dealership, already name the phone of your personal manager and agree on a time in advance - they will be waiting for you. And if there are no overlays, you can start the entire amount later.
In addition, it is far from a fact that you will immediately see your car - as a rule, cars are stored in warehouses. You will probably be shown a copy that is in the showroom. And, of course, you will like it. Images from a beautiful summer will immediately appear in my head: country trips, picnics with friends ... Everything is in rainbow colors. But do not rush - all the most responsible ahead.
Buying a car: lending, insurance
It is at this point that you will be asked a sacramental question: "Credit or cash"? Here, two scenarios are possible. If you buy a car for cash, everything is simple: deposit the right amount, sign a contract of sale, insure under OSAGO and - voluntarily - under CASCO. As a rule, you can choose from several insurance companies, and the main thing here is to choose an insurer responsibly. It’s better to overpay a little, but insure yourself with a company with a proven reputation, than later, having catered, God forbid, in an accident, find out by phone that your insurance company is on the verge of bankruptcy ...
But things will get a little more complicated if you decide to buy a car on credit. First, the loan rate different banks varies significantly depending on whether you can provide proof of income or not, and if so, in what form. So, in Sberbank, where today the lowest rate (11-12%), it is most difficult to get a loan - a 2NDFL certificate is required. But VTB24 also works with a “free form” document, but at a higher percentage of 17-18%. If you do not want to bring labor and some certificates at all, the rate can increase to 30%, and Raiffeisenbank mainly works under such programs today.
In any case, everything will depend on many factors, but the lower interest rate, the higher the current probability of failure. Many creditors have now abandoned programs with a zero down payment, but they are not interested in a large down payment, in the region of 50%. Anyway 600,000 rubles - this is the bar of the loan, overcoming which you will face even more stringent conditions and high interest rates.
Secondly, it is worth considering one more nuance. Let's say you got the go-ahead from Bank A. Initially, a low interest rate on the loan, which cannot but rejoice, seemingly excellent conditions, everything suits us, but then it turns out that we are obliged to insure ourselves exclusively in one single insurance company. But CASCO when buying on credit is a must.
At first glance, everything is fine. Even if the percentage is slightly higher than that of competitors, the loss is still not obvious. If you drive, say, 3 years without accidents (because we take a loan for 3 years), you will be given a discount after the first year and after the second year of operation ...
But, firstly, "accident-free" implies that you need to avoid any accident - even those where the culprit is another driver. And the probability here is 50x50 - either you're lucky or you're not. Second, you need to check this insurance company for its ability to pay. Suddenly she survives last days? In which case, you will not only have to wait for years for payments and sue - very soon you will be called from the bank and asked to insure with another company. And these are new expenses ...
In addition, with such a scheme, the most unexpected tricks are possible - for example, you will have to install a security complex in a strictly defined company at an extremely inflated price. And here the main thing is not to succumb to emotions - agreeing to everything, You may just be out of your budget... Feel free to be meticulous and ask the consultant for the requirements of the insurance company for car protection.
Buying a car: is it worth installing optional equipment at a car dealership?
But suppose the issue with the loan and the method of payment is successfully resolved. Almost immediately, the manager will inform you that you are purchasing, in fact, a “naked” car. It has no mudguards, no crankcase protection, no floor mats, not to mention xenon or parking sensors. In the conditions of urban operation of the car and, as always, a somewhat limited budget, it is worth taking this issue as seriously as possible. Of course, you will be offered to buy equipment right here - at inflated prices, because it is the sale of additional equipment, along with maintenance, that are the two main sources of income for a car dealership.
But take your time - all the extra equipment, from floor mats to security complex, you can buy it yourself, without losing in quality, but to a greater extent winning in money. Maybe it’s even better to drive a “naked” car for the first time and understand the need for you personally. this equipment? If you see that you absolutely need some options, - you can always install dopas in a professional installation center that has all the necessary documents and MAIN EXPERIENCE, saving the budget.
And here the Internet will come to the rescue again, where you will find many useful information- both on club forums and on the websites of the respective organizations.
We buy a car: Trade-in
Most motorists have long been familiar with the offset system - trade in, that is, the purchase of a new car, taking into account the cost of the old one. Old car simply accepted as the first installment on the loan. It happens like this: a customer who wants to buy a new car arrives in his car and passes technical inspection. On average, this procedure takes one to two days. If the client agrees with the assessment amount, he can either pay the missing amount for the new car right away, or take a loan. As a rule, any foreign car up to 5-7 years old, which has passed customs registration and is not listed in the databases for search and theft.
Let's say a person has a 2005 car and wants to buy a new one for $80,000. Arriving at a car dealership offering a trade-in service and agreeing with the valuation of your car, let's say 30 thousand euros, you can set off this amount against a new car. In this case, you will need to deposit the remaining 50 thousand euros or take a loan for this amount.
When buying on credit, the salon receives a notification from the salon that the client’s car has been accepted as a down payment. In order to take advantage trade-in system, you must have all the documents for the car and your passport with you. Everything else is the concern of the salon staff. The advantages of such a system are obvious - saving time and effort.
Buying a car: getting a car at a car dealership
Finally, the final step in purchasing is receiving your purchase. The seller must fill out the act, introduce you to the new car, provide all Required documents, and you - in turn - make sure that they are filled out correctly, and the car suits you. Best of all, if you pick up a car, you will come with a person experienced in cars who you know.
On the Internet, you can easily find a FAQ for obtaining a car, which includes 48 points. Focus on them.
We buy a car: how are we being deceived?
Human rights activists argue that possible schemes Fraud in the sale of cars rolls over - what unscrupulous car centers go to just to earn extra money on unlucky customers!
Yes, selling used cars under the guise of new ones is rare today. As a rule, if the car was used for test drives or served as a replacement, then a significant discount is provided for it upon purchase. But sometimes the dealership buys used cars(usually they are 1-2 years old) and bring them to a special service, where they make “restoration” (repair, twisting the mileage, etc.). After that, having carried out the necessary manipulations with the documents, they are returned to the salon. Naturally, under the guise of new.
It is very difficult to identify a forgery, but most often for such machines, free warranty service is offered for suspicious long term, under one condition - to service the car only in their service. If you hear something like this, this is a reason to be seriously wary. The employees of the car service center where the car will be serviced are notified about everything.
Quite often car dealerships are actively set the price of the car in foreign currency and prescribe their course to her, but they only report this when it is beneficial to them. So, they can equate 1 dollar to 35 rubles, while the exchange rate of the Central Bank on the day of purchase is 29 rubles. But you will find out about this by already signing the contract of sale. You can try to cancel the purchase, but most likely there is a clause in the contract that says that in case of refusal of the car, certain percentages of the cost of the car will be charged. So you can lose a lot of money. So before you sign a contract of sale, find out the exact cost of the car in rubles. And if you've been lied to, you need to sue. Most likely, the car dealership will simply be afraid for its reputation and will return your money to you.
Another scheme of deception is more like extortion. A good salesperson is often also a psychologist. Having chosen a car, you start the paperwork, but suddenly it turns out that you are ahead of yourself: there was an overlay, and the car is already reserved. Naturally, you will be upset, because for you buying a car is a long-awaited event. But after a while, the seller is in a hurry to please you: we are ready to negotiate with the client who is ahead of you, but for a symbolic reward... "If I'm not the only one who wants to buy this car, then it's really good,"- the client argues and, after a little thought, gives the required amount. It is clear that in fact there is no client who ordered the car you like - the seller simply decided to earn extra money.
Very often the reason that customers are deceived is their carelessness and inattention when filling out documents. It all happens like this: you come to a car dealership, choose a car with the desired equipment, pay at the checkout, and when it comes time to pick up your car, you get it with a different set of equipment ... Moreover, the car dealership will not consider all your claims, since in the purchase agreement the sale does not say a word about the configuration of the car you require. As a result, the dealership will receive additional profit, and the level of comfort of your car will drop significantly.
The list of what can be replaced in your car is considerable. This includes: wheels, tires, radio, alarm, parking sensors, lamps, as well as some other equipment. At the same time, they can replace both a single element and the entire filling at once.
Do not be lazy, carefully re-read the contract of sale before signing anything. And even better - do not rush to buy additional equipment in the cabin.
And only bypassing all the pitfalls, getting all the documents and making sure that everything is in order, you will finally be able to drive your new car. Sweet moment! Yes, it was worth the effort...
One of the biggest mistakes many car owners make is the reluctance to explore the offers of several car dealerships. Prices can vary greatly from place to place, so you can save a lot of money on your purchase. Also, in the salons when buying a car for a currency, the exchange rate may differ. If it is greatly overestimated relative to the indicator in the Central Bank, then it makes sense to go to another point of sale.
Also, not every salon can have the desired car with the necessary equipment. Often in car dealerships there are only cars with maximum configuration which have a high price tag. Most buyers will not need some of the provided features, so be sure to read available options. The procedure for buying a new car in a car dealership includes: visual inspection body, interior and test drive.
visual inspection
Suppose you finally found the desired foreign car in the right configuration. Don't rush to buy it. In some cases, the car may have a marriage or damage received during transportation of the car. Finding them is easy enough. You just need to carefully inspect.
When buying, be sure to pay attention to the following items:
- Paintwork. Look at the uniformity of the coating at an angle. This will reveal small scratches, chips or surface irregularities.
- Body condition. small dents also good views when viewed from a certain angle. If straightening has been done before body elements, you will understand this by the uneven reflection of highlights on the paint.
- opening elements. Be sure to check the full functionality of the doors and locks, trunk and hood.
- Check out the front and rear optics. It must be undamaged and securely fastened.
- Check the exterior mirrors for scratches or cracks and adjustability.
- Evaluate the reliability of fastening decorative chrome panels. They must not wobble or be damaged.
- Be sure to check the level of all working fluids and completeness of the car according to the attached list, which must be provided by the dealer.
- look around wheel disks, caps (if any). They must be free of any visual defects.
- If possible, turn on the windshield wipers to check their operation.
These simple steps help you avoid buying broken car which will save you money on repairs in the future.
What to check in the salon
If a visual inspection did not reveal any complaints, it's time to sit in the salon to assess its condition. Start the engine first and close the doors. When the car is running, there should not be any knocks, pops or strong vibrations. Their presence indicates some technical problem that they want to hide from you.
When evaluating the interior of the car, pay attention to the following points:
- Finishing. There should be no dirt on the ceiling, all panels should be in full integrity.
- Check the operation of the windows, central locking, glove compartment and armrests.
- Be sure to try to adjust driver's seat. If the mechanisms are damaged, you will not be able to customize the chair for yourself, which will create a lot of problems in the future.
- Check the operability of the signal, the available sockets in the car and the cigarette lighter. Their failure may indicate problems in the wiring.
- Press in turn on each of the available pedals. Their course should be smooth without any dips or jams.
- Make sure the handbrake actually works.
Interior defects are not so critical. Considering you're buying a brand new car, they shouldn't be.
Don't Skip the Test Drive
A great way to determine if this car is right for you or not is to take a test drive. Many car dealerships provide this option. It's not only great way try it out on the go future car, but also the ability to identify defects that could not be detected during visual inspection.
- Dashboard. Make sure all bulbs, lights and arrows are working. Turn on your turn signals. In the presence of on-board computer check its functionality.
- Transmission. Make sure that there are no problems with shifting, and that each gear works correctly.
- Turn on the headlights by testing the high and low beams. Be sure to check the reverse gear and stop lights.
Please be aware that vehicle performance claims may only be a publicity stunt, so the actual driving experience may not meet your expectations. That is why, if possible, it is recommended to conduct a test drive (even as a passenger).
Common Scams
Be extremely careful, as some unscrupulous sellers are trying to get rich at your expense. First, you may face extortion. It will show up as follows. The sellers will say that there is a huge queue for the desired model, but for a small amount they are quickly ready to provide you with a car. Also be sure to make sure that the contract specifies the amount for the penalty on delivery and the date of delivery of the machine itself. Otherwise, of course, you will need to wait for your car for several months.
Frauds with a complete set are popular vehicle. You can actually be provided with a car with a complete set much “modest” than the one for which you paid the amount. Also in the cabin they can put equipment on the car that is prohibited for use by the manufacturer. Remember that this is a reason for refusing to warranty service, so check reality with what is written on paper.
What documents should you receive
When buying a car, clearly check the availability of all documents that come with the car. This list should include:
- A set of keys in the amount of two pieces.
- Contract of sale in two copies. Compare the data for compliance in it and the vehicle passport.
- PTS (technical equipment passport).
- The act of acceptance and transfer, which should contain the current date of receipt of the car.
- Work order, if any additional equipment was installed.
- Technical operation manual.
- Help account.
- transit number.
- Customs declaration.
- Service book with a mark of pre-sale preparation.
We also recommend that you take out insurance not at the car dealership itself, but at the insurance company, as it is much cheaper. Be sure to check VIN number on the car and in the TCP, as well as body color, year of manufacture and other parameters.
It is not enough to buy a car, you also need not to be fooled when dealing with cunning car dealership managers. Unfortunately, buying a new car in official car dealership, the buyer is absolutely not protected from not accidentally buying a car with defects or having been in an accident.
There are quite a few cases when, theoretically, a new car that you turned out to be beaten and painted, quite recently, such a story happened to our forum member. Moreover, dating in the salon is by no means a guarantee, the author knows the case of a girl buying a seriously damaged and painted car in the salon in which her father was the director of the service station. It turned out all in two years at the sale. So personal connections also do not solve anything. What to do to avoid "pleasant" surprises? Keep your ear sharp and stick to simple tips.
Do not sign anything without making sure of the quality of the car
As a rule, it is not possible to see your car immediately after the conclusion of the purchase / sale agreement and payment, the first acquaintance takes place directly on the day of issue. Clean and licked by specially trained people, the car is waiting in the issuance area, managers are smiling, keys are in their hands and hands are itching to get behind the wheel as soon as possible and rush off into the distance. But it pays to be patient. The car will still not be considered yours until you sign the acceptance certificates. It is worth putting a signature on them and leaving the salon, as any identified damage will become acquired by you personally and it will be extremely difficult to prove something to the car dealership. That's why, Golden Rule buyer: do not sign anything until you are completely convinced that everything is in order with the car. In addition to the acceptance / transfer acts, there will be other documents that will need to be signed. Do not forget to read everything, and also stock up in advance on the phone of a competent lawyer who will be ready to advise you on incomprehensible points.
Car inspection
When buying the first car, it is worth involving an experienced person in the process of obtaining it, who “knows where to look”. If among your acquaintances there is an expert appraiser, then this is ideal. A “huckster-outbidder”, or just an experienced buyer of a used car, is also perfect. If you don’t have such acquaintances, then at least experienced car enthusiast. In any case, two pairs of eyes are better than one, and an experienced motorist will somehow see more than a classic “teapot”.
Inspection Plan
Vehicle equipment
Print in advance or save to your phone detailed description complete set of the machine from the manufacturer's website and check that your machine corresponds in all details to that described.
Paintwork
Carefully inspect the car from all sides at different angles. Repainted details, as a rule, are poorly visible at right angles, but can begin to “play” when the angle of view is changed. Note any suspicions, you may still need an expert with a special paintwork thickness measuring device, which can accurately determine that the car has been repainted. Hard to reach places such as bumper edges and sills can be felt for scratches/chips and paint unevenness.
staffing
Be sure to check the availability of a spare tire, a set of tools, a cigarette lighter / ashtray, if they are included in the package.
Operation of locks and all vehicle systems
Try to open the doors with the key and from the remote control (if any), each door individually from the inside / central locking, the operation of power windows, interior lights, seat belts, and so on. As well as seat adjustments.
Light fixtures
Help is indispensable here. Turning everything on and off one by one lighting fixtures to make sure they work. Turn signals front and rear, low beam, high beam, parking lights, daily running lights And fog lights back and front (if any).
under the hood
We look under the hood and check the presence and level of liquids in all tanks, as well as the oil level (on a cold engine). We also look at the presence of protection of the oil pan, if it is provided in the package or was ordered separately.
Optional equipment
If you ordered something beyond the package: installation of an alarm system, floor mats, an audio system, and so on, do not forget to check the availability and performance. In the case of an alarm, be sure to specify where the installers stuck the Valet button and write it down in a notebook, phone, or any other place where you can find it in a few months or years. Do not write in the service book, by analogy with the PIN code on the Visa card.
Engine operation
Naturally, the car needs to be started, and if the territory of the cabin allows, then drive on it. It is quite possible that you will not be allowed to drive it yourself until the acceptance / transfer acts are signed, but even with the salon manager behind the wheel, you can listen to the operation of the engine and listen to suspicious noises.
If there's something wrong
If during the process it turned out that something was wrong with the car, state all claims to the manager who issues the car to you. And then act according to the situation. Deficiencies that can be eliminated are likely to be eliminated with you, but with paintwork damage or suspicions of repainted parts will have to tinker. In any case, remember that you have the right to demand another car to replace the damaged one.
Reconciliation of documents
If everything is in order with the car, be sure to check that the body number matches the documents. On most modern cars body number is visible through a special window on the windshield.
Registration
According to the procedure that we have already described separately, in the salon you should be given a car with transit (red) numbers, and then you yourself, within the time limits allotted by law, register it with the regional MREO. By the way, now it is not necessary to do this at the place of registration, MREOs have appeared in Kyiv, which can help “come in large numbers” save time and money on a trip to the region of registration. But, as a rule, car dealerships offer their services for registering a car, and if you want to save time, you can use them. Unofficial prices for such services range from 500 hryvnia, although there are cases when cunning managers overestimated the amount of registration by two to three thousand hryvnia and frightened them with terrible queues at the MREO. You should also remember that, according to the letter of the law, a third party can register your car only with a notarized power of attorney. And while this doesn't stop anyone, without it, registering your vehicle would technically be illegal.
What else?
Before going to the salon, you can also take care to scout near the car dealership good gas station, take money for gasoline, and in the winter also cook winter tires to immediately change the car. Or you can bring it to the salon in advance to leave already in the winter. And, despite the “horror stories” outlined above, still do not think that the goal of the manager in the salon is to fool you. It is quite possible to enjoy the process of buying a car, but you still need to keep your ear sharp.
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