Used Car Evaluation

[Ridethewave]

I am about to take over a used car, just need some advice on Used Car Evaluation.

 

So far, I heard that S** and Vi*** checks are so, so only.

 

What other places can you recommend? Preferably if they are located in Ubi area cos I am getting the car in AML.

 

TIA.

 

 

[macrosszero]

If you have a trusted regular mechanic, bring the car to him for the final pre-purchase inspection. Stacks of servicing receipts can also help to assure you that the car has been looked after.

[Ridethewave]

 

I was thinking of that but my regular workshop is in Sin Ming and the dealer is reluctant to bring the car there.

[macrosszero]

Walk away unless they allow it. You don't want to regret the purchase.

[Picanto]

I was thinking of that but my regular workshop is in Sin Ming and the dealer is reluctant to bring the car there.

 

reluctant? if car is ok, they sure allow you to bring for inspection. the dealer also want to make $$ mah........

since they care unwilling. isn't it obvious that the car cannot make it?

[Ridethewave]

It's not that but they want to send to nearby S** which I heard is so-so.

 

So if there is a better option nearby, it'll be good.

[Kyojin]

best if you can bring it to STA for chassis alignment check. your mech won't be able to see if the chassis is bent. STA doesn't really check for engine condition or drive it around to test. very superficial.

 

but after that, insist on bringing to your own trusted mech. if the dealer is honest, there's no reason why they won't send it to somebody they are not familiar with...

 

if they are not willing, then something must be fishy. walk away, even if the deal is good.

[Kiadaw]

Can I ask what car you taking over.

 

Usually if its a sport car type like WRX or very old car, you should go for more detail inspection. For normal sedan, I think just check for accident history & claim, on top of the standard checks. Not sure whether can find. Otherwise should be fine.

[Latio79]

Just curious, how do we check for accident history?

 

[Tkseah]

can we call up AD/PI to ask about warranty status & servicing history? do they entertain such calls?

[Zouking]

i also having this problem

Got a used car in mind, but do not know where to bring for evaluation.

Anyone got advise for me ?

[Contax]

if first time buy car , see if you have any family members/relatives/friends that can recommend you a good car workshop/experience mech or they themselves know how to check .

 

Depending on the model of the car , you can also request here if any bros can give you recommendation.

 

Simultaneously , send your potential car to STA or Vicom for inspection too.

[Davies]

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[Maxtune]

Can I ask what car you taking over.

 

Usually if its a sport car type like WRX or very old car, you should go for more detail inspection. For normal sedan, I think just check for accident history & claim, on top of the standard checks. Not sure whether can find. Otherwise should be fine.

 

 

Just curious, anyone kind soul can tell me how do we check for accident history?

[Maxtune]

Btw how much STA and VICOM charge at Vehicle evaluation?

[Izzist]

I brought down mine for STA at Ubi Close.

$128 for peace of mind. So far So Gd.

[Maxtune]

I brought down mine for STA at Ubi Close.

$128 for peace of mind. So far So Gd.

 

 

Thanks for the info, Btw is it grade B means that vehicle have been involved accident before ? Any idea?

[Ez_rider]

I brought down mine for STA at Ubi Close.

$128 for peace of mind. So far So Gd.

Ya,lor.Better lugi a bit now than lugi more later