Basic Information
Review VIN and title information
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Understand the Vehicle Value Before You Buy
Basic Information
Performance
The car is driven to evaluate engine performance, acceleration, handling, and braking
Noise and Vibration
Listening for any unusual noises from the engine, transmission, suspension, or exhaust, and checking for excessive vibration or harshness.
Gear Shifting
If the car has a manual transmission, the smoothness of gear shifting is evaluated; for an automatic transmission, the transition between gears is checked for smoothness and promptness.