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Whenever you buy something used, you want to make sure that you are still getting a good deal. Just because it is used doesn't mean that you should expect to get a car that is beaten up, so you should make sure that you inspect a used car carefully before you buy it. Luckily, most dealerships for used cars in Shakopee will already do most of this work for you and hand over a vehicle that has been heavily detailed, washed, and polished so it looks as close to being new as possible. However, if you are buying used, you should still look in certain places to see if the price matches the condition. Under the Hood It may surprise you to know that a lot of people don't check under the hood when they are buying a car, even if it is used. They assume if they have gone on a test drive and it ran smoothly, then that is all the proof they need of its quality. However, this is a spot that you should never avoid. If you don't know much about cars, then looking under the hood might not do much for you, but there are some things to look for. The area under the hood can get dirty and dusty, and that is normal for any car, but a used car dealership should include this area in its detailing service. If it is overly grimy, then you might be dealing with a dealership that doesn't put a lot of care into its vehicles. You should also look for rusty bolts and frothy batteries. If your battery acid is leaking out, then you may need to replace it and that should be deducted from the cost. You should also check the fluid levels and quality. A used car dealership should hand over a car that has had its oil changed recently, so if you check the oil and it's lacking, you should address this issue. Tires Another place that people rarely look closely is the tires. Many used car dealerships will replace the tires if they are especially worn down, but if they are still good quality, they will keep the originals on. You can test the tread of the tire by taking a penny and putting it in one of the treads. If you can see all of Lincoln's head when it is upside down then your tread is too low and you need to replace your tires soon. It is important to have good tread on your tires, especially in the winter months when the roads can be slippery, so you don't want to drive off the lot with tires that are close to a blowout. You should also make sure that the pressure is good while you are inspecting them. Interior A lot of people get caught up in the scratches and dings that are on the body of the car, but the interior is just as important and should not be overlooked. You should make sure that the upholstery is in good condition and that all the seat belts are functional. Pull each seat belt out all the way to make sure there are no rips in them and that they lock when jolted. Also make sure you have all of your floor mats. You can purchase these later, but you may want to negotiate your price down if they are not there. Inspect the radio and check the dials to see if they are all functional and have someone help you test all the lights and blinkers. These are all things that you want to check out while you are shopping for used cars in Shakopee.
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