Posted on 4/14/2020
How to test drive a used vehicle All of the things we recommend looking for, below, are important for three reasons: They may indicate a condition that needs work, thereby increasing the cost of ownership, and this might impact the price you’re willing to pay They help to paint an overall picture of the way the car has been treated and maintained They help to assess the reliability of what the seller tells you about the car. Does their story match up with what you can observe on your own This post only covers what to look for while driving the vehicle. For recommendations on what to look for while inspecting the vehicle, see this post. When you schedule your test drive, request that they don’t start the vehicle for an hour before you get there. Some used vehicles start with a much more reassuring sound and feel when they’re warmed up.Sellers might “get it out of the garage for ya” just before you ... read more