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You need not get stuck buying a brand new car when there is an array of quality but used cars within your reach. Usually, buyers usually afraid nurse a degree of fear as they approach these cars. Of course, such fear is justified. However, it is best to check out the entire car before you develop cold feet. Here is how to do just that.

Check out the entire exterior of the car. If you discover the car has just been painted, go the extra mile to ask when and why. Expensive painting may be an attempt to distract you from more serious underlying issues like rust, for instance. Inspect the wheels and bumpers for signs of possible rusts, body filler and dents. Once that is done, search the entire body of the car for rusts. Do not forget to scan the under side too. In most cases, you can find exterior rusts in places that are difficult to examine.

Inspect the rear, front, both sides as well as the underside of the car. Hood edges must line with the fenders and panels of the other side. Ensure the frame is also aligned properly.

Now, check the interior to see if there's any tears in the upholstery, sun damage or changes in the general appearance. Be sure the engine is neat and devoid of any stains, while the gasket, exhaust manifold, valve cover and head gasket do not have leaks or rust. If the dipstick (when placed) in the oil engine shows any traces of particles, then the engine is probably faulty or is bad.

Now, start the engine to see if it comes on immediately. Check the brakes as you test-drive. Good brakes will not squeal but gently bring the car to a halt in a short distance. Then, check the transmission for any slippage. If all is well, no grinding sound will be heard.

It is not a wrong decision at all to buy used cars. In fact, you will save a lot in the process of owning your own car. All you need do is to carefully do the needed inspection and follow the precautions spelt out above. All the best!