Checklist for buying your second car: From the dealer or private, we explain what you need to consider for vehicle verification, price negotiation and purchase contract. With the detailed checklist and a proof of purchase agreement, you can check all the important points and tick.
Buying a car is a big step. We help you with our advice to make the right decision. Just take the printed car purchase checklist with you to visit.
Clarify the insurance for the test unit
Driving the vehicle (certificate) itself, liability insurance to the seller covers damages to third parties; Damage to the vehicle that caused you will not be covered. If the seller has taken out comprehensive insurance, she is liable. But you need to clarify in case of emergency, as you proceed with a deductible and an unpretentious reduction loss.
Choose the right path
Familiarize yourself with the vehicle and set a meaningful test route. At first, drive on quieter roads to focus on the noise and driving sensation of the car. You also need to drive a little at a brisk pace and with the windows open to hear atypical sounds. Of course, a highway or a freeway should also be used .
Test the behavior of the car on the road
On the test unit you can see how good the vehicle is in good condition and if there are no technical defects. For example, pay attention to the following:
- Does the vehicle have strange noises?
- How does the vehicle behave when driving, braking and on rough roads?
- How well does the car stay on the track (even without direction)?
The third price negotiation
If you are satisfied with the condition of the vehicle, you can negotiate a good price. Consider the following tips:
- Set your budget: how much are you willing to spend and what can you no longer afford? Find out what price is right for the car and find out what others want.
- Learn about the shortcomings: Research the weaknesses that the model can focus on. Bring other flaws in the negotiation.
- Stay true and professional: show an honest interest in the vehicle, but don’t get too excited. Negotiate objectively, don’t be pressured and try to find a good compromise. Make your first offer about 25-30% below the retail price.
- Use your sensitivity: If the seller has been on the vehicle for some time, you can probably negotiate more. But if you receive an offer that you are satisfied with, you should not be too greedy and get involved.
- If necessary, leave the sales area: do not close any contract impatiently, but go if necessary. Sellers do not like to lose. In most cases, he will propose a new offer.
- Ask for other services: If you can’t come to an agreement on a price, try negotiating additional services, such as a free inspection, a spare voucher, or a set of winter tires.
The contract of sale – purchase
Here you will find a sale-purchase contract for used vehicles. With him you are safe. You should pay attention to this in your purchase agreement:
- Basic data about the seller and the buyer: sure – sure you fit. If you want to be safe, attach a copy of your ID.
- Vehicle data: The contract must include the vehicle type, the manufacturer, the vehicle identification number, the vehicle registration number, the mileage, the previous registration number, the next date and the date of first registration of the TÜV and AU. The contract also includes special equipment and accessories.
- Additional information: Accurately describe all faults and damage caused by accidents (with time, type of damage and repair costs). Commercial use or replaced parts (renewals) should also be mentioned. Your expert guide will be best to help you with your listing.
- Purchase price and Ummeldepflicht: The purchase price is, of course, in the contract, as well as a week Ummeldepflicht to the buyer. The buyer also confirms that he has received all the keys, documents and the TÜV report.
- Car insurance: if the car has not been disconnected, it will pass from the seller to the buyer. As a buyer, you have a special one-month right to change your car insurance. A mandatory bill of exchange can be registered in the contract.
- Warranty: Dealers are responsible for two years for defects that are not caused by you. You can shorten this in the contract to one year. Private suppliers may exclude the legal guarantee (“Purchased as shown”). If the defects of the vehicle are hidden, which you must have known at the time of sale, you can challenge the contract.
- Signature: The contract is confirmed with the signature of the buyer and the seller.
If you are not dealing with the owner of the vehicle, make sure that you have a written power of attorney and take it in your records. You should also present the identity documents of the authorized representative and write down his details.
Compare several used cars with each other, calculate the insurance rate for two years. Add the amount to the purchase price, then get a better, real overview of the cost for the car. You should also consider the additional maintenance costs.
Take our action tips and buy your new used dream vehicle. Nothing should be wrong with the car purchase checklist and the purchase contract model.
We wish you every success in buying a car and always a pleasant trip!