After buying a used car, most of the buyers tend to become concerned about how long the purchase will stand through. Even if the car comes with a warranty, or it was bought only after a full and thorough inspection, the uncertainty that encircles around a used car can’t be shed down with ease. The concern is mostly about the maintenance that was done on the vehicle in its past, and the way it was driven, and finally what is in store for the owner who has now driven it home after paying a good amount of money to the seller.
But according to a team of mechanics whom we know are from the service center of a used car dealer near Des Moines, one can buy his peace of mind even after buying a used car, if he agrees to follow these basic steps as soon as he makes the purchase and drives the car home.
Change the Fluids Without Fail
Just after you drive the newly bought used car home, take out some time and money to change all the fluids of the vehicle at your earliest, as the owner who sold it out wouldn’t have done it for you.
Flush the existing ones and refill all the reservoirs with new engine oil, new brake fluid, new coolant and if possible also the transmission fluid. For some, changing the differential gear oil, will also make a good difference especially if the vehicle is bought to carry heavy loads.
Change the Filters as Well
The most disappointing part of buying used car is its cabin. You don’t get that new car aroma when you get inside the newly bought used car. But you can surely enable that feeling as well by changing all the filters your car comes with. It should start with the cabin air filter, and then oil filter. By changing both the filters you are ensuring a fresh cabin as well a fresh engine compartment that will not cost you much but will bring the air of a new car, which you deserve to enjoy.
Look for the Tires
Though you must have inspected the tires before making the purchase but checking out the tires and performing the basic maintenance chores on them will give you an extra edge of performance which the old tires will not.
Look for the tread for signs of wear, check out the sidewalls thoroughly for the cracks and also check the tire pressure while going for a rotation will complete the circle and ensure your car of good health.
Clean Up the Interior
The experts of the used car dealership we met suggested that do not postpone the schedule to give your newly purchased used car a thorough interior clean up. Rather do it before you start driving it. The experts also recommend going for a professional cleaning course rather than trying it at home, to make sure nothing is left out in the process of making the car look as good as new.
