Once you’ve decided on a car to buy and found financing, it’s now time to conduct a final inspection of your chosen vehicle. Bring a notebook or smartphone...
At present, this vehicle typically costs around $3,000 to $5,000 range depending on sub-model, options, mileage, and condition. Inasmuch as used car repair, maintenance, and restoration costs are highly dependent on the actual, as found, condition of the vehicle, the...
In evaluating the wisdom of buying a particular model of car (used or new), consult the database of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA. The NHTSA database contains model specific consumer complaints, official recalls and factory service bulletins searchable...
Let me answer your last question first regarding ultimate longevity. So long as the vehicle does not have, or does not develop, extensive (frame damaging) rust the vehicle will last forever, simply because any and all mechanical components on any...
Rami: The areas of immediate concern when it comes to rust are brake and fuel lines and suspension or frame components. Rust on exterior sheet metal (body panels) is somewhat "cosmetic" although of course I understand that nobody wants to...
If you're interested in just the Jeep Wrangler, you can gauge the reliability of the various recent model years of the Wrangler by looking at the reliability survey data published by "Consumer Reports" (CR). That reliability data is extremely detailed...
In evaluating the wisdom of buying a particular model of car (used or new), consult the database of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA. The NHTSA database contains model year specific consumer complaints, official recalls and factory service bulletins...
If the car were in good condition, it might be worth around $2,700. Used cars are a dime a dozen at the moment. Inasmuch as the car is not in good condition, you have to subtract from your offer the...
Hi...thank you for your question and I will try to help you. The preferred fuel pump for your car would be supplied by either OEM (dealer), Denso or Bosch. The Denso pump (Part No. 953-3028), which is from a known...
Nothing adverse appears on the Carfax report. There don't appear to be any outstanding recalls. Inasmuch as used car repair, maintenance, and restoration costs are highly dependent on the actual, as found, condition of the vehicle, the only way to...
Hello, thank you for writing in. Typically an OBD-II scan is not required for a pre-purchase inspection. However, most techs do have the ability to scan the vehicle for you if you wish. You are taking the right steps in...
A YourMechanic pre-purchase inspection is not guaranteed because the inspection assesses the condition of the car at a specific point in time. After the inspection, any part or component of the vehicle could be altered, thereby invalidating the mechanic’s inspection...
Hello, thank you for writing in. You will want to do what is known as a "pre-purchase" inspection. This will include checking the basics such as the fluids (coolant, oil, transmission, washer fluid, and brake fluid), checking the condition of...
Hello, thanks for writing in. While we cannot advise you on what make and model to purchase, what we can do is let you know what you need to look for. The first thing to do is figure out how...
Hello, when buying a used car, I recommend a complete inspection of vehicle. It can determine potential wear items or issues, so there are no surprises after purchase. If you'd like, a certified YourMechanic technician can come to your location...
Hello - awesome little car indeed! Despite the usual caveat of high-performance cars for (relatively) new drivers, a small sedan like this is a great choice. The usual cautions about taking care of turbocharged engines apply here - always use...
Hello - awesome little car indeed! Despite the usual caveat of high-performance cars for (relatively) new drivers, a small sedan like this is a great choice. The usual cautions about taking care of turbocharged engines apply here - always use...
Hello - sorry to hear about your E39 - miss my 540 terribly! First suggestion is to absolutely have a pre-purchase inspection performed by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, who will come to the vehicle location,...
The two cars you are referring to are so mechanically similar that there is no meaningful distinction, going forward, as to cost of repair or expected remaining service life. Rather, the costs you may experience will depend on the as...
If you are referring to the rubber wiper blades, those are inexpensive and just clip on. However, if the wiper system does not work at all the cost to repair the wipers ranges widely because the problem could be as...
Hi there. When it comes to buying a pre-owned vehicle, it is best to perform a pre-purchase inspection to make sure that the engine, transmission, drivetrain, and suspension is all in order and working condition. Also it is best to...
