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When the big day arrives, you¡¯ll
want to pick up your new car with the minimum amount of hassle. However,
get complacent or rush things and you could end up regretting it. Check
your car carefully to makes sure all is as it should be.
• Arrive on time and inspect the car before you hand over any money or
complete any paperwork.
• Don¡¯t try to do a thorough inspection in the dark or wet: you won¡¯t
spot bodywork problems. If buying from a garage, take delivery of the
car but ask it to be recorded on the sales invoice that you have not
been able to adequately examine the vehicle.
• Walk around the car and check all corners, along with body panels and
windows.
• Check that the car is as specified and that all the options you
expected are present. If buying used, check that everything works
correctly.
• If buying from a
dealer, make sure any accessories have been fitted to
the car as requested.
• If buying a new car, check the pre-delivery inspection (PDI) has been
carried out, and the service book is stamped to reflect this.
• Make sure you ask for both sets of keys, especially if buying
privately.