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That used car looks great doesn’t it? Who cares! An abused, deathtrap of a car with a $100 paint job, a $5 engine steam cleaning and a $50 set of retreads can easily look sharp to the casual observer. Of course, it will still have a burnt transmission, worn engine bearings, a cracked block and a welded axle, but who cares as long as it has shiny paint, naked lady mudflaps and a loud stereo, right? If you’re shopping for a used car, you better care. If some rolling dung heap gets unloaded on you, it will be an albatross that will plague you for at least six months, and can cost you a limitless amount of time, money and of course, aggravation. When evaluating a car, move past the paint job and take a hard look at the things that will give you a more accurate indication of the car’s condition and value. Look for signs of serious automotive problems, like if the car has been in an accident or has worn piston rings, while watching for smaller problems, which can nickel and dime you to into the poorhouse in a hurry. |
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