What to look for in a used car

When you’re looking for your next car, you may be wondering whether looking at the paintwork and giving the tyres a good kick is enough. Spoiler alert, it isn’t! But, fear not, we are here to help. Check out our top things to look for in a used car and you will be on the road in no time.

Price

Make sure you do some market research for a rough guide on price. You will have to take into consideration age, condition and mileage but other than that, you should get a good idea of what you should be paying. If you are looking at a prestige car, take into consideration the initial value of the car and remember, by buying used, you swerve the depreciation!

Servicing History

Make sure you look into the service history of your car. Where has it come from? What work has been done? Is there any work that still needs doing? This is your chance to find out everything you need to know before you take the plunge and purchase.

Test Drive It!

Take it for a spin and see how you feel behind the wheel. It sounds obvious but a lot of people don’t test drive before they buy, only to find they are not keen on the feel or want a different driving position. Get out on the open road!

Check it once, check it twice

Give it the once over, and go through it all again. Check the interior, the nooks and crannies, the boot space, the legroom in the back – plus everything else that is important to you!

There are a few of our tips on what to look at when buying a used car. If you have any questions or want to find a used car in Carlisle, get in touch with the team at Border City Autos.