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    New And Used Cars Surrey BC

     

    Buying a used car or truck can be a real minefield and navigating your way around the process at an auto dealership can seem daunting; there are warning signs that you can look out for and with that in mind here are our top tips for avoiding disappointment when looking for a used car in Surrey, BC.

    Are they Licensed?

    All dealers should be licensed by the city that they operate in and, if they are not, you should not even entertain that idea of buying a vehicle from them.

    If you do purchase from a licensed dealer you may be able to access compensation, if you suffer any losses.

    Poor Weather Test Drives

    Are you being guided into just viewing the vehicle at night or in poor weather conditions? The likelihood is that you are being sold a vehicle with a few external faults. Insist on dry, daytime viewing only.

    Cars driving down a rainy road

    A Fresh Spray?

    Fresh undercoating is a sign that the vehicle has been sprayed in the very recent past; the odds are that this paint job is hiding a dirty secret.

    No Road Test

    If the dealer won’t let you take a road test don’t even think about buying the car. What could the dealer be hiding? A faulty starter motor? An exploding exhaust? There is almost certainly something noticeably wrong with the vehicle.

    Bumper and Panels Out of Line

    This is a tell-tale sign of a vehicle that has been in a collision. You should certainly look for other types of repair like off colouring, newer looking parts, ripples on the body or signs of a paint overspray.

    Fluid Signs

    You should not be seeing any signs of fluids or liquids in or around the car. Look for any fuel leaks under the hood and by the tank and look for antifreeze leaks under the hood too.

    Car Engine Used Cars Surrey BC

    Check the Paperwork

    You need to examine the safety certificate very carefully; it should not have any blank areas and you should ensure that the vehicle information number (or VIN) matches the vehicle you are purchasing.

    Also check the date of the safety certification; after thirty-six days it expires and a less trustworthy dealer may date it so it expires just after you make the purchase.

    You should also check:

    • That the seller’s name is the same as the name in the package
    • The mileage on the vehicle to make sure it tallies up
    • The vehicle’s service records (which should be full and complete).

    Find more Surrey auto tips: Surrey Auto Blog


    GO DODGE SURREY – One of the largest new and used car dealerships in Greater Vancouver. We’ve got a great selection of new 2018 and 2019 Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Ram and Fiat vehicles for sale!

    Looking for a used vehicle in Surrey? Our sales staff are both experienced and professional when it comes to finding you the perfect vehicle. No matter your preferences, they’ll find you a great vehicle!

    Surrey New & Used Car Dealership Location: 6280 120th Street, Surrey, BC V3X 1Y7.
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    Posted on March 2, 2019 Categories: Surrey Car Dealership, Surrey Car Dealerships, Used trucks Surrey
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