Pat Goss' Vehicle Inspection Tips
Car Inspections Offer Peace of Mind
Let's say you are a smart consumer. You do your homework before buying a product. You make sure, through research, that what you buy is offered at a fair price. You might even be a savvy Internet shopper who's willing to buy and pay for items online--even a large and expensive purchase like a car.
As the Internet continues to take hold of our society, big ticket items, like automobiles, are now being sold daily through Internet sites. But unlike collectibles, toys or clothes, buying a car online can turn into a major headache if you don't get a qualified inspection first. Remember, anyone who is offering a car for sale online is going to take the best pictures possible, ensuring the car looks good to potential buyers.
But, the real problems of buying a used car can be hidden beneath the hood, in the exhaust system, the transmission or the fuel injectors. Pictures can't give you a good estimation of possible mechanical problems lurking behind that bright, shiny exterior.
For this reason you should never buy a used car--through the Internet or anywhere else--without first hiring a qualified mechanic to check it out. You are likely to pay about $150 for this service but it's the only way you can have peace of mind about buying a car that's already been on the road.
Inspections Vehicle History 