Can you suggest questions to ask a used car dealer?

Good afternoon,

When buying a used car from a dealer what kind of questions should be asked?

Paddy Corcoran (Dublin)

Aug 2012 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Paddy,

Ask the basics first: has this car been crashed? Has it been written off? Ask for a full service history. No harm asking how long they've had it. Ask if there are any known mechanical or electrical issues.

Never be afraid to ask what seems like an obvious question, as then nothing can be hidden or excused by "you never asked me about that" later on!

If you have a specific car in mind let us know and we may have other things to check.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
@Shane_O_D