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Suggestion for a first car (used)
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this post was submitted on 25 Apr 2025
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Keep an eye out for shady things sellers do too, like starting the car before you get there (why wouldn't they show you a cold start?). Listen very hard for any sounds and ask the owner if they have had it looked at or even noticed it. Ears are a big advantage in car buying. Make sure you don't notice any shakes or rumbles while driving or turning sharp (bearings=expensive fixes). I won't recommend brands as other already have, and I'm too into weird cars to offer a normal opinion.
Make sure to check the oil dip stick and transmission dip stick too. And if the car is already when you get there turn it off first thing and just look through car.