Pointers - new car

[Stedfast]

Hi,

 

What are the things to look out for when collecting a new car.

 

Thank you

[Slayer]

What car are u getting? :)

 

eyeball check :

- check for dents.

- paintwork patch

- door , boots , bonnet fit nicely.

 

There will be a list of thing in the DO, your SE should go thru with u one by one.

 

Things that u expected to be fitted , must be fitted...

Whatever outstanding stuff must be penned down.

 

On engine, check the lights.

 

The some kilometers on the odo is normal.

 

Ask about the run-in method.

ask petrol grade requirements.

ask about tyre pressure.

 

Drive out with your SE. Listen for unusual noice.. squeeking suspension, rattling from panel..

 

enjoy your car.

[Mivec9]

check everything..bring down a to check list bro!! so u wont miss out...

[Wreckwrx]

If u have a regular mechanic, it will be good if you can send the new directly to them the moment you collect your car. Get them to do a thorough check. If there is anything, at least it is still under waranty and the agent cannot dispute because your car is still "fresh"!

 

That's what I did when I collected my car. Apart from some minor blemish (eg. tiny black spots on headlamp), he certified that the condition of the car is brilliant!

[Stedfast]

Thanks Bros

 

Getting a Sedan Latio sometime next week....

[Estrangable]

congrats!! You must be of the first owners of latio! How long did you waited for it?

[Skylander]

Stedfast

i have a list which was given to me some time back. You can use it as a guideline to check.

 

Dents and scratches on bodywork

Rust spots in the boot, bonnet and door hinges

All the lights work

Radio works

Spare tire and tool set in boot

Jack in the boot

Floor mats

All goodies promised are given

Dials in console work

Vehicle handbook is given

Alarm system given

Check odometer reading

No tear in rear seat cover

All oils are topped-up

All water bottles are topped up

Test drive vehicle if possible

Last but not least make sure your partner is with you when you leave.

 

Hope this helps.

[Shorty]

dis is useful!will b of use when i collect my car next wk!pls don delete dis thread alrite?will need it.if anybody else has dis kind of list pls post.thanks!!!

[Vit4wd]

A comprehensive list in the "Resource" folder

 

 

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Hi,

 

What are the things to look out for when collecting a new car.

 

Thank you

[Estrangable]

from singapore honda club:

 

List Of Items To Check When Collecting New Car

 

Interior:

1. Master lock, individual lock, child lock

2. Window lock, power windows (at driver side and at individual side)

3. Electric mirrors

4. Headlight switch, signal switch, high beam, fog lamp (if applicable), hazard signal switch

5. Wiper switch (make sure each speed is correct), wiper spray

6. Make sure dashboard lights come on when the headlights are switched on.

7. Make sure information lights on the dashboard are lit at relavant times (eg. high beam symbol, parking brake symbol)

8. Horn, steering wheel adjusting lever

9. Boot and fuel tank cover lever

10. Seat adjuster

11. Mirrors

12. Aircon vents (make sure they can move freely)

13. Aircon (go through each fan speed, make sure the power is strong enough), defogger

14. Radio/CD player

15. Gear shift able to move freely.

16. If yours is an auto, make sure you have to step on the brake to shift out of Park, and the car can only start in N or P position.

17. Glovebox

18. Handbrake & check handbrake lights

19. Carpet (check if it is dirty or not)

20. check for leather folding or for cracks on leather seats

21. Speakers

22. Make sure the distance on the odometer is reasonable (should be less than 20km at the very most if youre collecting from the distributing centre. If the car is delivered to your doorstep, the distance may vary.)

23. Owner's manual

24. Seat belts (test them by pulling them hard in a fast movement. The seat belts should lock).

25 check interior lighting

26 check windows and doors mechanism (open and close)

27 check radiator level, battery fluid level, brake fluid, engine oil, clutch fluid

28 Spare tyre, jack, tools and warning (hazard) triangle

29 Bring two CD to check changer

 

Exterior:

1. Headlights (high/low beam), front clearance lights, signal lights, brake lights, tail lights.

2 check all lights (reversing, brakes, high beam, low beam, fog)

3 check reverse sensor beeping and signal lights

4 check boot lights and license plate lights

5 Check suspensions (press down on the 4 corners and release, the car should bounce back in one smooth motion and stay there without vibrations)

6. Windows and windscreen (check for stains or scratches)

7. Door handles (whether they are able to open the doors)

8. Alarm lock

9. Lock using key

10. Opening boot with key

11. Look around the body for any scratches or dents.

12. Check the tyres for any holes or punctures

13. Check the rims for scratches

14. Radio antenna (should automatically come out when radio is used)

15 Check for paint chips, cracks, scratches and dents

 

Under the bonnet:

1. Check the levels of fluids (eg. engine oil, brake fluid, battery water). If the levels are low, it could mean that there's a leak somewhere.

2. Make sure that the chassis and engine number are indicated near the firewall and that the numbers tally with those on your log card.

 

Others:

1. Road tax disc

2. Vehicle log card contains correct information

3. Insurance information is correct.

4. check the colour, make and model of the car to make sure its the car u ordered

5. Check that the fuses for the horn, headlamps etc are there.

[Janicejamie]

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What car are u getting? :)

 

eyeball check :

- check for dents.

- paintwork patch

- door , boots , bonnet fit nicely.

 

There will be a list of thing in the DO, your SE should go thru with u one by one.

 

Things that u expected to be fitted , must be fitted...

Whatever outstanding stuff must be penned down.

 

On engine, check the lights.

 

The some kilometers on the odo is normal.

 

Ask about the run-in method.

ask petrol grade requirements.

ask about tyre pressure.

 

Drive out with your SE. Listen for unusual noice.. squeeking suspension, rattling from panel..

 

enjoy your car.

 

Oohhh I muz get this printed out & bring it along to collect my new car.....

[Janicejamie]

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List Of Items To Check When Collecting New Car

 

Interior:

1. Master lock, individual lock, child lock

2. Window lock, power windows (at driver side and at individual side)

3. Electric mirrors

4. Headlight switch, signal switch, high beam, fog lamp (if applicable), hazard signal switch

5. Wiper switch (make sure each speed is correct), wiper spray

6. Make sure dashboard lights come on when the headlights are switched on.

7. Make sure information lights on the dashboard are lit at relavant times (eg. high beam symbol, parking brake symbol)

8. Horn, steering wheel adjusting lever

9. Boot and fuel tank cover lever

10. Seat adjuster

11. Mirrors

12. Aircon vents (make sure they can move freely)

13. Aircon (go through each fan speed, make sure the power is strong enough), defogger

14. Radio/CD player

15. Gear shift able to move freely.

16. If yours is an auto, make sure you have to step on the brake to shift out of Park, and the car can only start in N or P position.

17. Glovebox

18. Handbrake & check handbrake lights

19. Carpet (check if it is dirty or not)

20. check for leather folding or for cracks on leather seats

21. Speakers

22. Make sure the distance on the odometer is reasonable (should be less than 20km at the very most if youre collecting from the distributing centre. If the car is delivered to your doorstep, the distance may vary.)

23. Owner's manual

24. Seat belts (test them by pulling them hard in a fast movement. The seat belts should lock).

25 check interior lighting

26 check windows and doors mechanism (open and close)

27 check radiator level, battery fluid level, brake fluid, engine oil, clutch fluid

28 Spare tyre, jack, tools and warning (hazard) triangle

29 Bring two CD to check changer

 

Exterior:

1. Headlights (high/low beam), front clearance lights, signal lights, brake lights, tail lights.

2 check all lights (reversing, brakes, high beam, low beam, fog)

3 check reverse sensor beeping and signal lights

4 check boot lights and license plate lights

5 Check suspensions (press down on the 4 corners and release, the car should bounce back in one smooth motion and stay there without vibrations)

6. Windows and windscreen (check for stains or scratches)

7. Door handles (whether they are able to open the doors)

8. Alarm lock

9. Lock using key

10. Opening boot with key

11. Look around the body for any scratches or dents.

12. Check the tyres for any holes or punctures

13. Check the rims for scratches

14. Radio antenna (should automatically come out when radio is used)

15 Check for paint chips, cracks, scratches and dents

 

Under the bonnet:

1. Check the levels of fluids (eg. engine oil, brake fluid, battery water). If the levels are low, it could mean that there's a leak somewhere.

2. Make sure that the chassis and engine number are indicated near the firewall and that the numbers tally with those on your log card.

 

Others:

1. Road tax disc

2. Vehicle log card contains correct information

3. Insurance information is correct.

4. check the colour, make and model of the car to make sure its the car u ordered

5. Check that the fuses for the horn, headlamps etc are there.

 

 

[Brock]

Does anyone actually do ALL on the spot? If so, how long would that take?

[Ahhan7]

no point buying new car then check everything like that right? new car cant have so many problems. thats like checking to buy 2nd hand car... juz that a few other things are missing when buying 2nd hand car.

[Estrangable]

not me. Just took ard 20 mins to go through everything with the SE and then signed and goodbye. This exhaustive list was posted in SHC forum. Only for those super KS.

[Brock]

Ahhan7,

 

You've got a valid point there. Thanks for alleviating my fears.

[Brock]

Estrangable,

 

Thanks for the reply.

[Slayer]

What car u getting?

 

new car got this thing called 'the warranty'. so minor minor annoying problems can get it fixed for free at the expense of time.

 

should not have big problem. it the minor things like little dents, scratches, rattles.. that get to the nerves, especially its freaking brand new car. :)

 

just make sure u get the correct car that u have ordered. and those 'freebies' that is agreed upon is delivered too. ..