The used car transaction is a problematic matter and more complex than buying a new one. You should know about how you can purchase used cars. It is not easy to buy a used car in Pakistan, especially for inexperienced people who don’t know how they should deal. Here we are providing some tips for your problem solution.
Tips For Buy a Used Car in Pakistan
Requirement:
First of all, you should decide the brand and model of the car based on your budget, the size of your family, and other basic requirements. You should have to buy a vehicle which can fulfill your requirements.
Verify Car Documents and owner CNIC:
Check the registration copy of the vehicle physically and make sure that it has not been tampered with or changed in any way. The owner information should be checked like the CINIC and transfer letter. Match the engine, and chassis number and ask for the original computerized number plate.
Body Condition:
After the verification of all documents, you should check the body condition of the car. The interior and exterior should be clear and no scratches or bad color effects are in the car.
Test Drive:
If the condition of the car is like that you want then you should take a driving test for the performance of the car. By the test drive, you will know the condition of the engine. Start the car and check the color of the smoke. The blue color indicates that the engine is burning oil, while black smoke shows excessive fuel consumption. Gears and steering performance should also be checked.
Market Observation:
You should sort out the places where used cars are sold and big markets are ideal to buy a used car. Nowadays online buying is also increasing. You should also buy this car which is famous in the market. This type of car has no problem with resale.
Some More Tips
- Confirm what accessories will be along the vehicle otherwise once the deal is done, the seller may start removing accessories.
- Take receipts of payment, transfer letter, registration book, return file, photocopies of seller CNIC, and all other documents at the time of finalization of the deal.
- Try to pay via crossed bank cheque to leave the proof of payment transactions.
- If a smaller car can fulfill your requirements, don’t go for a bigger one. A big car not only costs you more but its running costs – fuel, maintenance, tires, engine oil, and spares will also be higher.
- Do some research before buying a used car because if you get a problematic car, it will not be easy for you to get rid of it.
- Take a test drive of the car on a highway as well as on a rough countryside road. Turn the car full right and full left. And try to listen to body noise.
- Go for the inspection of a car in the daytime and check under the sunlight. Use a flashlight if necessary.
- Don’t buy a model whose spare parts are not readily available.
