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[[File:Used car checklist.pdf|thumb|right|200px|2-page pdf version]]
<li>A refrigerator magnet for detecting body work (bondo)</li>
<li>A CD and/or phone + aux cord for testing the car stereo</li>
<li>Inspection checklist (detailed Detailed below. Hit Ctrl+P to print, or use the pdf)</li><li>If possible, an auto history report. Plug in the VIN at https://www.nicb.org/theft_and_fraud_awareness/vincheck and also at https://vindecoded.com/FreeVinCheck or http://motosnoop.com/</li>
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☐ Spare tire inflated
== Engine & Exhaust ==
☐ Free of fluid or oil leaks <br>
☐ Oil dip stick free of dark, black oil <br>
☐ Free of odors while engine is running <br>
☐ Exhaust pipe emissions are neither blue (indicates engine burns oil) or black (indicate excessive oil consumption)<br>☐ No leaks in the exhaust. Check by listening to the exhaust sound.
== Suspension ==
☐ Trunk opens and closes freely <br>
☐ Lacks a heavy scent of air freshener (may indicate something is being concealed) <br>
☐ All gauges work (be sure to check gauge lighting, and dimmer switch)<br>☐ All Interior Lighting (map lights, glove box light, overhead dome light, trunk light, rear seat reading or courtesy lights, door-activated switch, etc) <br>
☐ No dashboard warning lights remain illuminated <br>
☐ Stereo works <br>
☐ Chassis is neither bent nor cracked <br>
☐ No signs of crumpling or straightening inside the trunk <br>
☐ Frame holes just inside outer edge clean and free of scratches<br>☐ No excessive rust of frame or suspension components<br>☐ No rust in the floor pans (Easily checked when dark out. Remove floor mats. Shine a bright light under the car and look for light infiltration.)<br>
== Automatic Transmission ==
* https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0055-buying-used-car
* http://www.nadaguides.com/ http://kbb.com http://edmunds.com pricing
* https://vindecoded.com/get-a-free-vin-check.html* Always search the Internet for common issues related to the Make and Model BEFORE you inspect it, so you know what to look out for.* When you're ready to buy or sell, you'll need a Bill of Sale [[File:Bill-of-sale.pdf|thumb|right|Bill of Sale]]
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