The inspection checklist provides a comprehensive list to examine a used vehicle's exterior, tires, engine, suspension, interior, frame, transmission, brakes, steering, and miscellaneous features. Key areas of focus include examining the body for dents, scratches, and matching paint; ensuring tires are a major brand without defects and have even tread wear; checking for fluid leaks and emissions from the engine; verifying the transmission shifts smoothly without slipping or delay; and testing the brakes, steering, lights, locks, and accessories are fully functional. The goal is to identify any issues that could require repairs or signify previous accidents or neglect.
The inspection checklist provides a comprehensive list to examine a used vehicle's exterior, tires, engine, suspension, interior, frame, transmission, brakes, steering, and miscellaneous features. Key areas of focus include examining the body for dents, scratches, and matching paint; ensuring tires are a major brand without defects and have even tread wear; checking for fluid leaks and emissions from the engine; verifying the transmission shifts smoothly without slipping or delay; and testing the brakes, steering, lights, locks, and accessories are fully functional. The goal is to identify any issues that could require repairs or signify previous accidents or neglect.
The inspection checklist provides a comprehensive list to examine a used vehicle's exterior, tires, engine, suspension, interior, frame, transmission, brakes, steering, and miscellaneous features. Key areas of focus include examining the body for dents, scratches, and matching paint; ensuring tires are a major brand without defects and have even tread wear; checking for fluid leaks and emissions from the engine; verifying the transmission shifts smoothly without slipping or delay; and testing the brakes, steering, lights, locks, and accessories are fully functional. The goal is to identify any issues that could require repairs or signify previous accidents or neglect.
The inspection checklist provides a comprehensive list to examine a used vehicle's exterior, tires, engine, suspension, interior, frame, transmission, brakes, steering, and miscellaneous features. Key areas of focus include examining the body for dents, scratches, and matching paint; ensuring tires are a major brand without defects and have even tread wear; checking for fluid leaks and emissions from the engine; verifying the transmission shifts smoothly without slipping or delay; and testing the brakes, steering, lights, locks, and accessories are fully functional. The goal is to identify any issues that could require repairs or signify previous accidents or neglect.
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Inspection Checklist
Exterior
Windshield free of cracks
Body panel colors match Magnet adheres to all steel body panels Fresh paint job (if yes, it could be to conceal rust) Seams where the trunk and hood close are properly aligned Seams where doors and fenders meet are properly aligned Free of body scratches Free of body dents Windshields wipers and blades fully functional Headlights and directional lights intact and fully functional
Tires
Tires are a reputable brand name (Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear)
Tires are all of the same make Tires are of free of any cuts, bubbles or cracks Tread worn evenly (uneven wear indicates alignment and suspension problems) Spare tire, jack and lug wrench on car and fully functional Spare tire inflated
Engine
Free of fluid or oil leaks
Oil filler neck not coated with thick, black deposits Battery terminals free of corrosion Oil dip stick free of dark, black oil Free of odors while engine is running Exhaust pipe emissions are neither blue (indicates engine burns oil) or black (indicate excessive oil consumption)
Suspension
Vehicle rests levelly
When bouncing the vehicle's corners, no creaking noises are made All corners respond the same when bouncing Interior
Seats unworn and free of cracks
All doors open and close freely Trunk opens and closes freely Lacks a heavy scent of air freshener (may indicate something is being concealed) All gauges work No dashboard warning lights remain illuminated Stereo works Heater works Air conditioner works Windshield wipers work Windshield wiper fluid dispenses properly All seats equipped with functional seat belts All seats adjust properly Power windows operate properly Sunroof opens and closes properly (if applicable) Car alarm works (if applicable) Trunk and driver-side door lock and unlock with key Hazard lights function properly Headlights, including brights, work properly
Frame
Chassis is neither bent nor cracked
No signs of crumpling or straightening inside the trunk Frame holes just inside outer edge clean and free of scratches
Automatic Transmission
Transmission fluid looks clean, not dirty or gritty (no indicates possible internal transmission problem) Transmission neither slips nor delays when driving
Manual or Standard Transmission
Each gear shifts smoothly
No grinding noises when in reverse Brakes
Vehicle steers straight and does not pull to one side when applying brakes Parking brake engages and disengages freely No grinding noises when applying Wheels do not lock when applying antilock brakes (if applicable)
Steering
Vehicle does not drift to one side without prodding
Vehicle is stable; no shaking or vibrating No resistance in the steering wheel when turning No clicking or clunking when turning
Miscellaneous
Car manual located in the glove compartment
Instructions included for any accessories Service and repair records available Owner has title
