What to look for when buying a new car ?

[Michael172]

for future reference, what should i be carefull of ? how can i check things etc etc.....

Any tips ? HPI checks ? (hpi or whatever its called)

 

[DrR]

The owner, his/her attitude/house/class is a big part in my opnion,

 

[n2x]

The owner, his/her attitude/house/class is a big part in my opnion,

I don't think the owner will be an issue because when you're buying a NEW car, you need to go to the dealers. I think the things you can do is check the internet for reviews of the car and see what people think of it. Then, if you like what they say about the car, take it for a test drive and if you like it, get it. I would personally check same purposed cars from different brands before deciding because it is a lot of money you're putting into the purchase.

Or if you meant new like newer than you currently have, then i suggest you pay some garage to take a look at the car - suspension, wheels etc. Maybe even an engine checkup. You never know what you get and the sellers might not be telling you the whole truth. Much better to spend a couple of pounds beforehand to find yourself in a situation where you need a lot of money to just get the car running again. Check for any unnecessary leakage and whether the car starts OK with a cold engine. Also the gearbox - try changing gears a bit faster than usual to see if the Synchros make any noise.

EDIT: If the owner does not allow you to take the car to an inspection, walk away.

 

[Saundo]

As above, always inspect the paperwork in great detail and dont be rushed. Take your time to view the car properly. Always HPI check it

 

[Laura]

alwyas hpi, i nearly found out the hard way

 

[DrR]

The owner, his/her attitude/house/class is a big part in my opnion,

I don't think the owner will be an issue because when you're buying a NEW car, you need to go to the dealers. I think the things you can do is check the internet for reviews of the car and see what people think of it. Then, if you like what they say about the car, take it for a test drive and if you like it, get it. I would personally check same purposed cars from different brands before deciding because it is a lot of money you're putting into the purchase.

Or if you meant new like newer than you currently have, then i suggest you pay some garage to take a look at the car - suspension, wheels etc. Maybe even an engine checkup. You never know what you get and the sellers might not be telling you the whole truth. Much better to spend a couple of pounds beforehand to find yourself in a situation where you need a lot of money to just get the car running again. Check for any unnecessary leakage and whether the car starts OK with a cold engine. Also the gearbox - try changing gears a bit faster than usual to see if the Synchros make any noise.

EDIT: If the owner does not allow you to take the car to an inspection, walk away.

He means second hand, why else would you HPI it and check things over?

 

[Michael172]

Yeah gf's dad knows some guys who opwn a garage, very well. got some stuff pretty cheap from them because of it.

I asked them, if i bought a new car, could i bring it and for you to take a look at and give it a check over. Only when id of bought it though. As the car i want is 3 hours away from me.

Its Timmay's just to let you know, but i dont know the guy and for all i know the car could have been treated like s**t. I doubt it being timmay's but maybe even he is unaware of it's problems. Just if in 6 months hes still got it and i go down to take a look at it then are there a few things i should look at ?