When you buy a brand new car, you can rest assured knowing that it is covered by a warranty. However, buying a used car is a different story altogether. Buying a pre-owned or used car means you are putting your faith in the hands of the dealership or private owner you are buying from. Even used cars are an investment and you want to know that investment is worth it. That’s why the experts and Accurate Auto Repair recommend making a third party pre-purchase inspection part of your buying process.
Benefits of a Pre-Purchase Inspection
When you are looking for a “new-to-you” car, it is easy to be drawn in by the aesthetics and fun features. But it is important to take a deeper look in order to know the true condition of the car. Through thorough inspection, a mechanic can give you a better idea of what you are buying and if you are going to spending money on repairs sooner than you would like.
It is not uncommon for someone to sell or trade-in their car when they know issues and repairs are on the horizon. When you get a bumper to bumper inspection, your mechanic will be able to evaluate the condition of the engine, transmission, tires, interior, undercarriage, and more. They can even tell is the vehicle has been in an accident, had an extensive repair, or been properly maintained by the previous owner.
Protecting Your Investment
In a perfect world, you would be able to put 100% trust in the dealer or private seller you are purchasing a vehicle from. But this isn’t a perfect world. Some dealers may not be trustworthy and that private sellers may have the best intentions, but it is possible they don’t really know the condition or value of the car.
When you get your potential vehicle inspected by a third party, you are able to go into negotiations knowing the true value and condition of the car. This not only protects your wallet, but it also gives you confidence in your decision to buy the car or walk away.
At Accurate Auto, we want every customer who walks through our door to become a lifelong client. If you are in the process of purchasing a used vehicle and would like to have it inspected by a trustworthy, reliable, mechanic, give us a call to set up an appointment. We have three convenient locations in Beaverton, Lake Oswego, and Hillsboro.