Do you know what to look for in used cars in Aberdeen? There are many good reasons for buying a second-hand car instead of a brand new motor. Opt for a second-hand car and you’ll be able to miss out on the vast depreciation drop seen by most motors after just one year, save a substantial amount of money and hopefully still have many years of fantastic motoring ahead of you. Always feel free to ask as many questions as you feel you need to before you sign on the dotted line.
Go for a Test Drive
Make sure the car has been treated well over the years. It should have been serviced at least annually, and if it’s more than three years old it should have undergone MOT testing too. View the car in dry and light conditions so you can make a quality assessment for faults, and go for a test drive. Perform an emergency stop whilst doing so in order to find out how the car performs in challenging situations. Make sure you can actually afford to run the car – the price tag may look fantastic, but you’ll still need to cover costs like tax, fuel and insurance as well as the initial cost.
Do you need assistance?
The diversity of the second-hand market means you shouldn’t struggle to find something that suits no matter what your tastes are. If you have no experience of buying second-hand cars, why not ask a friend or family member who has bought used vehicles before to advise you? Buying from a private seller can be a big risk as you won’t get the protection of the Sale of Goods Act, so it may be best to stick to dealers to avoid facing problems further down the line.