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What Should You Do Before Making a Final Vehicle Purchase?

Pre Purchase Inspections May 17, 2019

Most of us understand that there’s a certain level of risk that comes with purchasing a used or preowned vehicle. This risk gets exponentially worse when you pick your car up from an unknown lot or purchase it from a private seller. If you have ever experienced the disappointment of buying a vehicle that you thought would be exceptional, only to figure out that it’s a lemon, then you understand the importance of a pre-purchase inspection.

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According to the Canadian Bar Association, persons who sell a used vehicle must obtain a license to do so and inform the authorities of their intent. The number of used car dealerships and retailers is constantly changing each year. This is because of the number of vehicles going back on the market, and the people who want to make some money in a lucrative industry. The CBA also advises against purchasing vehicles from a “curber,” or person who’s trying to quickly sell a car without notifying the government or obtaining any type of license.

This practice leaves buyers little recourse if the vehicle doesn’t run or perform as promised. If you knowingly enter into a deal with someone who is illegally selling anything, then there’s little you can do if things go wrong.

What Should You Do Before Making a Final Vehicle Purchase?

There are things you can do to protect yourself from ending up with a vehicle that’s more of a burden than a boon. The most important of these is the pre-purchase inspection. This involves allowing a licensed auto mechanic to look at all the vehicle systems and to pull up any existing reports that may be important. You should also consider doing the following:

Reach out to the professionals at Minit-Tue & Brake Auto Centres. If you have any questions about a vehicle you’re interested in purchasing or want to anticipate future auto repairs on a used car, we can help.

Visit us at any one of our locations in Vancouver or surrounding areas. Call us or contact us online today!