Here are some of the points we inspect on every car we sell...
Road Test
- Engine starts and idles properly
- Instrument panel lights
- Panel warning lights
- Engine accelerates and cruises properly
- Engine noise normal at all speeds
- Transmission works smoothly
- 4X4 operates correctly
- Transmission noise normal (hot/cold)
- Shift interlock operates properly
- Drive axel/Transfer case noise normal
- Clutch operates normally
- Steering normal
- No vibration or pulling to left/right
- Struts/Shocks operate properly
- Cruise control operates properly
- Gauges operate properly
- No abnormal wind noise
Vehicle Exterior
- No evidence of major damage
- All locks and release mechanisms work
- Power sliding doors work
- Grill, Trim and roof rack all ok
- Deployable running boards work
- Side mirrors
- Wiper blades condition
- Front, Rear, Side Lights
- Brake lights
- Front and Rear Turn Lights
- Hazard lights
- Auto on/off lighting
Vehicle Interior
- Air bags
- Safety belts
- Sound and entertainment system
- Rear entertainment system (DVD)
- Antenna
- Alarm Anti-theft system
- Navigation system
- Front and Rear Air conditioning System
- Front and Rear Heating System
- Defog and Defrost system
- Clock
- Set Time and Date on Clock
- Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
- Steering column lock
- Steering wheel (nav/sound/etc) controls
- Horn
- Warning Chimes
- Wipers work
- Washers work
- Interior courtesy, map, dome lights
- Rear view mirror and auto dimming
- Power or manual side mirrors
- Blind spot information system
- Rear view camera
- Power outlets front and rear
- Ashtrays front and rear
- Glove box and central arm rest/console
- Sun visors, vanity mirror, lights
- Adjustable pedals
- Front power seat controls and heating
- Rear power seat controls and heating
- Manual and Folding seat operation
- Integrated child safety seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Convertible top
- Door handles and release mechanisms
- Window controls
- Remote tailgate and deck lid
- Fuel filler door release
Underhood
- Engine oil, oil filter and chassis lube
- Coolant, level and leaks
- Brake Fluid, level and leaks
- Transmission fluid, level and leaks
- Power steering fluid, level and leaks, Pump
- Washer Fluid
- Belts
- Cooling fans, clutches and motors
- Coolant recovery tank
- Engine air filter
- Battery
Hybrids
- Hybrid cooling system
- Switchable powertrain mount
- Hybrid Entertainment/Information display
Underbody
- Frame Damage
- Exhaust system good condition
- Universal joints, CV joints and joint boots (all)
- Transmission mounts (cracks, leaks)
Brakes
- Calipers and wheel cylinders
- Brake pads and shoes
- Brake lines, hoses and fittings
- Parking brake
- Master cylinder and booster
Tires and Wheels
- Front tires tread depth/wear ok
- Rear tires tread depth/wear ok
- Tire pressures
- Wheels, covers, cap all ok
- Control arms, bushings and ball joints
- tie-rods and idler arm
- Sway Bars, links and bushings
- Wheel alignment
- Wheel Balancing