When you buy a car, you are making an investment in something that you will be relying on every day to get you safely where you need to be. If you are buying a used vehicle, you are trusting that the seller is honest about the car’s history and condition. Whether you are buying from a dealership or a private seller, Integrity Auto Repair wants you to know how important it is that you get a third party pre-purchase inspection so that you know exactly what you are buying before you sign on the dotted line.
Why should you get a pre-purchase inspection?
A pre-purchase inspection gives you an overall idea of the condition of the vehicle you are considering. With a thorough inspection, your mechanic will be able to spot any structural damage, preexisting conditions, and potential issues.
If the seller has failed to disclose previous accidents or engine problems, a pre-purchase inspection will expose those flaws. Once your mechanic has assessed it’s condition, you will feel better about your decision and possibly even have a bargaining tactic if the seller is asking more than the car is worth.
What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?
During the inspection, your mechanic will thoroughly evaluate all the major components of your vehicle. They will take a look under the hood, examine the frame of your vehicle for damage, check for leaks or belt damage, and run a diagnostics test. You want to know that the vehicle you are purchasing is structurally sound and won’t breakdown the day after you get it home.
Doesn’t Oregon have a Lemon Law?
Oregon does have a Lemon Law, but it is a common misconception that the Lemon Law protects used car buyers. It doesn’t. Oregon’s Lemon Law is only valid for 24,000 miles after the purchase of a brand new vehicle. Unfortunately, there are no laws to protect Oregon drivers when they unknowingly buy a used lemon.
That is why a third-party inspection is so important in the car buying process. Just because you think the seller has an honest face and seems trustworthy doesn’t mean that they are. In reality, you never really know who you are buying your car from. They may be trying to pass off a lemon under the radar or they may simply not know all of the issues the vehicle has.
if you are in need of a pre-purchase inspection call the experts at Integrity Auto Repair or come by the shop in Eugene, OR. Our team of auto maintenance and repair experts will give your potential vehicle a thorough inspection so you can feel good about your purchase.