A Guide to Help You Clear the Hurdles in Buying a Used Car

There are a variety of car options to select from, and purchasing a pre-owned one is can definitely help you in saving a huge amount of money.

Most of the expatriates in the Emirate of Dubai keep buying cars considering it to be an essential purchase. Not just that, they also keep changing it, hence, you have a lot of second-hand cars to select from.  

Purchasing a used car in Dubai can prove to be a tricky game. Therefore, we have prepared a list of tips to keep in mind while making your purchase.

Stay Aware of Your Needs

Since there is in no way, a shortage of data available online, keep yourself updated about the car models that are available within your budget.

You must also be aware of the variety of pre-owned vehicles and the depreciation on their value so that you make a knowledgeable decision instead of walking in the showroom blankly.

In case you are making your purchase from an authorized seller, go through their review online to confirm the reputation of their service.

Always Prefer Authorized Sellers

It is very tempting to purchase a vehicle at an economical rate from a seller you come across on a social portal or a newspaper. However, you must stay cautious about not getting duped.

There are chances that proper vehicle safety checks have not been performed or some alterations have been made on the mileage, or some other inappropriate thing.

The benefit of purchasing from an authorized dealer is the warranty they offer with the purchase. For instance, you may get a warranty of one-year or 30,000 km on buying the vehicle Moreover, you may also get the privilege of free insurance for the first year.

Performing All the Checks & Tests

Before you call that pre-owned car yours, it is important to run some checks on it. In total, there are around 145 checks starting from the transmission to the health of the engine that are to be performed on the vehicle.

You have two alternatives for checks- an AED 250 check at the workshop or AED 350 check at the Road Transport Authority (RTA).

In order to check whether the car’s performance matches your expectations or not, you must take it out for a spin. Instead of regretting later, you can also take the car to an independent professional to get it checked for knowing its actual health.

Check the Fluids Out

If you want to avoid visiting the mechanic repeatedly after the purchase, you must check whether the engine block has any dark brown stains. The brake fluid is supposed to be clear or have a yellowish shade, but most likely be light brown.

The transmission fluid is supposed to be clear too. Check if there is any rust on the car. If there is rust, it means the heater core, water pump, or radiator will have to be repaired in the near future.

Considering the Mileage

Before you make up your mind about purchasing a used model, you must check the mileage of the car, which is one of the most basic things to do.

First of all, you must check the odometer of the car to determine the machine’s age. A car that has a mileage of less than 130,000 km could be considered to be healthy. It will also help you to determine whether there has been regular servicing of the vehicle by the previous owner or not.

Car Ownership Transfer

After you have made the payment, it will take more than a week’s time to get the vehicle transferred in your name. Your car insurance and registration are dependent upon the vehicle you buy. On paying an additional charge, the dealer may also get the Salik Tag transferred.

Getting a Car Insurance

It is compulsory to have an auto insurance policy to be able to drive your car on the streets of the UAE.  You can shop around at the best car insurance companies in Dubai or buy it at most of the RTA authorized centers.

Will the Price Reduce Further?

In the pre-owned category, there is a continuous supply of vehicles. The rates keep changing according to events, markets, festivals, and many other things. So, the drop in price is based on these factors only.

In a Nutshell!

Whether new or used, buying a vehicle is always exciting. You would obviously want to buy the car model you love the most. However, you must do thorough research before making a decision, especially while buying a pre-owned car. Read the above-mentioned tips carefully, so that you don’t end up regretting your purchase later.