When buying a classic car there is always the danger of being less than what you pay. Although vintage cars may be worthwhile, these cars always remember that it is 10 to 20 years - it is likely that there are some damage or scratches that reduce its value I mean it.
As a general precaution, please do not buy a car in a hurry. Please take the time to examine everything from the exterior to the interior decoration and up to the tires. Here are some quick inspection tips when buying a classic car.
1. If you do not understand cars, please contact the experts.
If you think you do not have enough knowledge of a classic car it is best to contact the mechanic for inspection before purchase. If you inspect the car without proper knowledge, it is almost the same as not checking it at all. Even though you have a car otaku, it may be best to contact the mechanic to help you. They can even tell hints on how worth the vehicle really is.
2 . Please make all documents and documents visible.
Be sure to search all the documents from the repair record to the vehicle identification number. Please doubt the seller who can not display all the appropriate documents. You would not want to take the risk of purchasing a stolen car.
3. Check all inches on the outside.
Please check if there is any rust anywhere. If you see it, please make sure that rust on the surface can only be wiped off. Also, look at the signs of repair, cross check with documents. If you find a repair that is not listed in the document, please consult the seller about the repair. Please make sure all repairs are done properly.
Check the mirror, hinges, and all the difficult points, like the space between the doors and the doors. Of course, please check the main body for scratches and scratches. Do not forget to bring a magnet. This helps detect the filling of iron used to repair the scar.
4. Check all internal inches.
Please check the interior accessories. Look for cracks, dirt, loose threads. Check the dashboard, door, headliner for damage or watermark. If the classic car is a convertible, please check the convertible top. Please confirm that there are no tears. Look at all glove compartments. Dust is okay, but it is difficult to remove hard dirt.
5. Identify the hood and all other mechanisms.
Look for leaks, loose wiring, and rust. Please check if there is water in oil and fuel filter. Please check the belt for tears and stress. Know the history of a specific car and confirm that the engine is original (not saying that the owner has been changed). Hook the horn, operate the wiper, check the hand brake.
6. Start the test drive.
Please ask the owner to start the car. Exhaust black or blue smoke is not a good sign. Start your car yourself and listen to how the motor hams at idle and when you rebound. Take the car and observe the car's performance. How fast do you accelerate? Does the suspension handle high-speed stresses well? Is the brake too light or too strong? Is the handle sufficiently reacting? Finally there are tachometers, speedometers, odometers.
If you examine the classic car correctly, knowing what to look for can help save a few dollars. Negotiate fairly. If the seller does not agree to your terms, leave the car. Unless you are a very rare first-time publisher, you can probably restore it a bit cheaper and easier.
