5 problems with which you can safely buy a used car
Nothing lasts forever in this world, and, of course, any new car will sooner or later require not only the replacement of consumables, but also the elimination of various unforeseen malfunctions. And the later it happens, the better. But, as a rule, when buying a car older than three or four years in the secondary market, one does not always have to rely on the complete absence of whims on its part. The main thing is that all realistically predicted costs for the near future after the purchase correspond to the price of a used car.
Of course, no one will choose a used car if, during diagnostics, it has problems with the engine that threaten an expensive overhaul. But if, for example, the option you like is generally in good technical condition, but the brake pads are worn out or there are some other minor and removable malfunctions, then it would be reasonable and fair to ask the seller to throw off an amount equal to these costs.
When offers for sale are published on the secondary market with a mention of the possibility of bargaining, then such cases are implied. There is only one conclusion - in any case, everything depends on the adequacy of the price tag set for the goods and the general condition of the car.
Expendable materials
Based on the example of brake pads above, we can conclude that problems with consumables are not at all a reason to refuse a purchase, and this is true. It should only be borne in mind that it is one thing to change a cabin filter worth 200 rubles, and another is a battery worth 7000 - 10 "wooden" or a set of tires for the same money. And, for example, if, in addition, old candles are hidden under the hood, the bulbs in the headlight do not work, and the working life of the engine oil with an oil filter is running out, then it is better to calculate all the costs at once and think about the advisability of bargaining.
Glass
Chips and cracks on the windshield of used cars are common, so given our road conditions, this element can also be considered a consumable item in a sense. For example, a windshield on a Hyundai Creta costs an average of 5000 - 6000 rubles, and its replacement costs 2 - 000 rubles. Even if you are ready to drive with a crack, in most cases this will always be a reason to bargain for an extra 3 - 000 rubles.
Optics
Chips and cracks in headlights are also a known problem in the aftermarket, and should not be taken seriously if the seller is ready to drop the price for this reason. For example, a separate glass for the headlight of the same Hyundai Creta costs around 5 rubles, and the entire headlight assembly costs about 000. It remains to add to this the cost of installing the part and try to bargain for this amount with the previous owner.
body detail
Damage to such body parts as a bumper, fender, hood, or even a door can be attributed to the same category of minor malfunctions of a used car. Considering that the price of the front bumper for the most popular Korean crossover in Russia will cost 3500 - 5000 rubles, depending on the color, then with a reasonable approach to the asking price, this is not at all a reason to refuse the vending copy.
Salon
Since the condition of the interior of a used car largely indicates the accuracy and cleanliness of the previous owner, the interior with dirty and worn parts often seriously scares off a potential buyer. Let's start with the fact that with modern technology, the interior can be washed, cleaned and polished by its plastic elements to such an extent that it will shine like new. The main thing is to know the amount that such an interior renovation will result in, in order to present it to the seller at the auction. As for the replacement of parts, then everything will also depend on their price. For example, updating a power window button or an air conditioning shim will cost a penny compared to replacing the ceiling lining, which, for example, in a Hyundai Creta costs from 20 rubles.
