Buying a old car needs much effort than buying new car. Because while looking for a used car you have to know the condition of the car different prices in market and many more.
But by following some steps you can easily select the old cars. Those steps are
Do some research and make a list of cars
Before going to buy a old car you need to do some research kind of thing. First you need to consider your budget and life style, later according to that you need to short list 5-10 cars. In that again you need to do research for market prices and ratings of that models. You can find the advertisements of old cars in news portals and also in internet. Even you can ask your friends and relatives about the car models if they are using what you are short listed. You can ask them the ratings of the car. And also you need to verify that the car is in perfect condition or not.
Check the documents properly
Once you done with your research kind of thing you need to check the documents of that car. This includes actual registration papers that Registration certificate and pollution under control and insurance papers, road tax and also original invoice of the car.
Check the condition of the car
It is very important to check the condition of car. Verify the engine condition whether it is starting smoothly or not. Is that making any noise when starting the engine. And also you need to check the tyre conditions because if it is not good you can ask some discount. And also check for the battery condition if it is a old battery ask for a new battery replacement or discount in the price.
Check the History
Before going to payment discussion you need to check the history of the vehicle. Here history means how many kilometers it is traveled and how many years back that he purchased, and document paper details all these you need to verify.
Go for a test drive
Test drive is also one of the important step while buying a used car. To know the condition and performance of the car you need to drive it in different types of roads. And also observe that engine is starting in a correct way or not and also check for any noises and any other problems are occurring while driving. Check the breaks condition and steering performance.
Price details and payment options
Once you satisfied with the car condition and everything, according to the market research and market price you need to accept the deal. If he is OK with your price then ask for payment options. It is always suggestible that giving a demand draft instead of direct cash. Make sure that all documents are original. And complete the all legal formalities. Before going to pay completely make sure that car is transferred with your name. If needed you can take the car for servicing.