After our last car died, my husband and I decided to do a little research before buying a new car. We bought the previous car without a lot of thought, and it showed. Instead of lasting the length of the loan, the car started having problems right around the time the warranty ran out. We decided that it would be smart to invest a little time into research, so that we could avoid making a similar mistake in the future. This blog is a collection of articles about cars and automotive accessories, so that you can do a lot of research without making a lot of effort.
When you are selling a car there are some mechanical issues that are going to make it very hard for you to sell the car, especially if you are trying to get more than a few hundred dollars for it. However, there are also some other types of mechanical issues that really aren't considered a big deal. The first step to selling your car should be taking it in to a mechanic and having them go over it so you know what is wrong with it and what it will take to fix any and all of the different mechanical problems that it may have.
Transmission problems
When a car has transmission issues it is usually a big deal. It may mean you will be looking at a very expensive repair, unless you're able to find discount transmission parts. This is where you will need to determine whether or not it is going to be worth fixing it. You'll need to decide that you will earn enough of a profit to make it worth it and that you know you will be able to sell your car for the price you need to get in order to recover the cost of the repair and still make a profit. However, there are some instances where transmission issues aren't the big deal you may be terrified of. For example, sometimes the fix is as easy as having a leak repaired that is causing the transmission fluid to be lost. In this case, you should of course have the problem fixed. No matter what the case is, if you suspect any issue with the transmission, the car should be looked at.
Brake issues
If your brakes are starting to squeak or they have reached the point where they are actually grinding, you want to have the brakes replaced. Replacing the brakes is an easy and inexpensive fix. It is also something that you will be morally and in many states even legally obligated to do. If you ignore this problem and sell the car with brake issues, then you will be putting the buyer at risk. Also, worn brakes can cause damage to the rotors which will be a costlier fix to have taken care of.
Starter issues
If the starter is beginning to give you trouble, then you should have it replaced before you try selling the car. It can be done for a relatively inexpensive amount and it will definitely help you sell the car faster. Once the starter is going out the car will be unreliable, even when someone goes to give it a test drive. A potential buyer is not going to like the idea that they are going to have to take the car in for a repair right after buying it.
Share27 June 2017
