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Buying a used car tends to be a lengthy process. You shop around for a few weeks, diligently scanning classified ads, bulletin boards, websites and dealerships, looking for that diamond in the rough. Then one day\u2014poof!\u2014it appears: the car that meets all your criteria. It\u2019s the right brand, model, year, colour and even price. You want to instantly claim your prize. But as excited as you may be about your \u201cgreat find,\u201d there remains an important precursory step: getting a mechanical inspection before purchase. We at Certified Auto Repair have heard all the horror stories and can assure you that this measure is indispensible. Read this article to learn precisely why.<\/p>\n

Trusting your eyes and ears isn\u2019t enough<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sometimes the car you want to buy seems be in good shape: it doesn\u2019t have rust, there are no unusual sounds or vibrations while driving it, and it looks and smells almost new. Even in such a case, you shouldn\u2019t leap to conclusions. Just because a car appears to be in good shape, this doesn\u2019t mean it actually is. You won\u2019t know for sure what state the car is really in until you get an experienced mechanic to inspect what\u2019s under the hood.<\/p>\n

Inspection reports give you negotiating power<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Whether it\u2019s a few hundred or a few thousand dollars, we all hate getting ripped off. A detailed inspection report, signed by a professional, can serve as a bargaining chip. Any issues with the car, however minor, might justify a reduction in the price. And if the report reveals a mechanical catastrophe? Well, then you just dodged a bullet.<\/p>\n

Inspections from garages like Certified Auto Repair provide a quality guarantee<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Sure, you could ask your brother-in-law, who\u2019s watched auto repair videos on YouTube, to inspect the car. Although a trade payment of a home-cooked meal and a six-pack might seem like a bargain, you\u2019d be taking a risk. Your brother-in-law might not be the \u201cpro\u201d he sees himself as, and\u2014an equally important consideration\u2014you won\u2019t be given any guarantee. So if you discover an issue with the used car after buying it, all you can do is begrudgingly pay for the repairs. For a thorough inspection that complies with industry standards to the letter, choose a professional garage, like one of Certified Auto Repair<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Certified Auto Repair got your back<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Inspecting used cars pre-purchase is one of many services we offer at Certified Auto Repair. If you think you\u2019ve found your new ride, come get it inspected by one of our mechanics. You\u2019ll be glad you did!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Buying a used car tends to be a lengthy process. You shop around for a few weeks, diligently scanning classified ads, bulletin boards, websites and dealerships, looking for that diamond in the rough. Then one day\u2014poof!\u2014it appears: the car that meets all your criteria. It\u2019s the right brand, model, year, colour and even price. 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