13 Important Tips for Buying a Perfect Used Audi

Posted by sydneyprevehicl on June 13th, 2017

Depending upon your budget, we recommend purchasing an Audi from one to ten years old. The older the vehicle the lower the price, especially if the manufactures warranty has lapsed however you may encounter larger and extensive faults due to the age.

Nevertheless, it should be clear that buying a second hand car is full of risks as you never know what you are really purchasing especially if you are not knowledgeable about cars. Due to this, it is highly recommended to consult a car inspector for Audi Inspections. The advice would be to contact them before making any deal and especially before leaving a deposit. They are highly-qualified experts which have extensive knowledge with these type of vehicles and their complex systems. They will make sure you are getting a perfect car at the best price.  

Here are 13 important tips to help you buy a perfect used Audi:  

• Check the VIN on the rego papers that it matches to the one on the vehicle.
• Check the carpets for mud and dampness to determine if the vehicle has been flood damaged.
• Check to see if there is smoke from the exhaust with the engine running.
• Start the engine and make sure there are no abnormal noises.
• Check the engine oil level and see if the oil is clean and has been replaced regularly.
• Check the transmission oil to make sure it’s not burnt.
• Look under the car for any signs of oil leaks.
• Make sure the tyres are all worn evenly.
• Make sure the air conditioning is operating correctly at the set temperatures.
• Move the steering wheel back and forth - There should not be any kind of odd noises or harshness.
• Look for excessive dents, scratches or paint chips.
• Look for any variation in the paint colour and panel gapping – This will determine if the vehicle has been in an accident.
• Check all the airbag covers – If they look like they have been tampered with, then the vehicle hay have been in a major accident.

You should be able to check these points yourself to paint an initial picture of the car’s condition and history – These are some of the first initial checks that a car inspector will perform. If you have any doubt with these checks or are unsure, you may need to use an expert from a Pre Purchase Car Inspection Sydney basedcompany. Though it’s an additional expense to your budget, it may save you thousands of dollars on the long run.

Sydney Premium Vehicle Inspections is a leading Pre Purchase Vehicle Inspection Sydney basedcompany, which offers the most comprehensive and detailed inspections for all makes and models - Feel free to contact us to find out more about our services.