Tips for buying your used car
Here are some tips that will help you make the right choices for buying your used car .
Is the seller serious?
The first important thing is not to rush for the purchase of a used vehicle. Few buyers prepare in advance for this type of purchase. First of all you need to take the time to learn about the value of the vehicle in argus and on other websites in Europe. The ACL is also a partner that you can contact in this regard.
To be sure to make the right choice, we advise you to select 3 vehicles and to contact the different dealers. You will be able to compare the different cars. Call the seller directly and ask for basic basic information. That is to say, the mileage of the vehicle, the number of previous owners and the damage that the car has experienced during those years.
It will be important to identify on the phone if you are dealing with a private or professional. This will influence the negotiations.
Move to see the used car
Set up an appointment with the seller to make a real impression of the used car. It will be important to allow enough time for this appointment. Take care to check everything with the dealer. Check if the vehicle is still registered or not. Compare the chassis number of the vehicle with those listed on the documents. Try to make an appointment during the day and when it is not raining. Under the brightness you can better see any claws or scratches. Take a look inside the vehicle. Also ask the dealer to open the hood to see the condition of the engine.
Always ask to test and ride the vehicle
We advise you in any case to make a test with the used car. This will allow you to drive with the vehicle and you will be able to see any driving defects. This test must be done on the road and if possible on a part of the highway. Some defects are noticeable only from speeds above 110 km / h. Pay attention to the noises and sensations concerning the gearbox, the steering and the clutch. In a straight line the car should not pull to one side.
After the test, do not hesitate to take a look under the vehicle to make sure there are no leaks.
For the payment of the vehicle, it has become commonplace that the payment is made in cash. It will be very important to note everything in the sales contract, to indicate the date and the amount paid. If the vehicle is still registered you will be able as a new owner already returned with. It will just switch to the National Society of Motor Traffic (SNCA) to update the vehicle documents.
You will also have to do what is necessary with your insurer so that at the level of auto insurance everything is well settled.
Find all the garages and dealers of second-hand cars on Editus.lu.
On the website Good-deals.lu you will find ads from private individuals who wish to sell their vehicle. Be careful, however, too tempting offers that can be scams.