Wondering what questions to ask a used car owner? This article will help you Here is the list of 26 questions to ask the owner of a used car!
Purchasing a used vehicle, from a private or professional seller, can require a significant investment of time. Between the discussions following the announcement, the meetings to view the vehicle, the mechanical inspection, the administrative procedures, the closing of the transaction (sales contract, payment, transfer to the SAAQ, etc.), we can estimate between 5 and 10 hours the time investment for a transaction for a used car. It is therefore very easy to waste 1 to 3 hours with non-serious sellers, sometimes even scammers. Here is a list of questions to ask the seller from the first contact.
Wondering what questions to ask a used car owner? This article will help you Here is the list of 26 questions to ask the owner of a used car!
List of questions to ask the owner of a used car
A serious seller motivated by the sale of his car will take the time to answer all your questions, whether before or during the vehicle inspection.
Is the car still available?
What is the reason for the sale?
Are you the owner of the car?
Are you an individual or a professional car seller?
How long have you owned this car?
Did the car have other owners?
What was the use of the car?
Was the car in an accident?
Can I take a test drive?
Do you have a CarFax report?
Is the car paid off or is it still financed?
Has the vehicle ever been owned by a smoker?
Was the vehicle used to transport pets?
Where is the vehicle located?
Do you have proof of vehicle maintenance (service log) and invoices for what was done to the vehicle?
What accessories come with the vehicle?
How much wear do summer and winter tires have?
Does the bodywork have any defects?
Are there any defects in the interior of the vehicle?
Do you have any other photos or even a video of the car?
Are there any repairs needed on the car?
When was the last interview?
What are the last repairs made to the car?
Do you agree to have the vehicle inspected?
If the inspection reveals significant problems that require urgent repairs, can you have them carried out before the sale?
What payment methods do you accept?
Have a used car inspected
Before purchasing a used car, it is recommended to have it inspected by an independent garage. This inspection will allow you to have an external and neutral opinion on the bodywork, interior, engine and road behavior of your used compact car.