What are the contents of the appearance inspection of a used car?
The appearance inspection of second-hand cars mainly includes the following aspects:
Appearance paint surface: Check for color differences, fading, or paint flow marks on the car paint, as well as for polishing marks. Pay attention to the paint condition of vulnerable areas such as car doors and fenders, and determine whether they have been repainted or repaired.
Body components: Check the exterior rearview mirrors, front hood, headlights, grille and bumper, fenders, front and rear wheels, A-pillars, door panels, roof, rear, and other areas for scratches, impact marks, or signs of repair.
Vehicle glass: Check the production date and condition of the entire vehicle glass (including the sunroof) to ensure that it has not been replaced.
Engine compartment: Check if the welding points around the engine hood are smooth, if the screws on the hood are twisted or removed, and if there are any abnormalities in the welding points of the four door screws, trunk screws, and frame.
Exterior decorative parts: Focus on observing whether there are signs of disassembly or replacement on exterior components such as headlights, fenders, and doors, as well as the integrity of the water tank frame.
Vehicle balance: Stand in front of the vehicle at a distance of 3-5 meters and observe the vehicle on the flat ground. Check whether the top, left and right sides of the vehicle are on the same horizontal line to determine whether the vehicle's steel frame has been repaired or whether the suspension and shock absorbers have not been repaired.
Bumper and Seams: Check if there are any repaired marks on the engine compartment, water tank cover, crossbeam, etc., as well as whether the joints between the fenders and the hood are even and symmetrical, to determine whether a collision accident has occurred.
Wheel wear: Observe the degree of wheel wear, check if the tire pattern is clear and angular, and check if the wheel date is before the vehicle date.
Intersection between A-pillar and car door: Check the junction between A-pillar, car door, and fenders to ensure that the left and right sides are consistent, the joints are natural, uniform, and symmetrical, and to check for any signs of sheet metal repair.
Gap around the car door: Check the three seams between the front door and fender, between the front and rear doors, and between the rear door and rear fender. If the gap size is uneven, it is likely that an accident has occurred.
Through the detailed inspection of the above steps, the appearance condition of the used car can be comprehensively evaluated, in order to determine whether the vehicle is an accident vehicle or has other quality issues, and to avoid purchasing a used car that does not meet expectations.
