Get India NewsTech autoCar inspection is necessary before delivery during the festive season, keep these things in mind, otherwise a new car may become a problem
The festive season continues and apart from jewelry, clothes and vehicles are also purchased this season. If you’re also planning to buy a new car this holiday season, it’s important to take some precautions before delivery.
Here we explain what precautions should be taken before buying a car. How to deal with a car dealer and why a pre-delivery inspection (PDI) is necessary before taking delivery of the car to the showroom and how it is done
First of all, tell us what is PDI?
PDI stands for Pre-Delivery Inspection. This is a process in which an inspection facility is provided before the car is delivered. In this, the interior, exterior, engine and all features of the car are checked, whether they are working properly or not. The PDI is done in two ways.
The dealer does the PDI himself. After a thorough check, a PDI badge is placed on the car, which indicates that the car is ready for delivery. Before taking delivery of the car from the dealership, the customer can also carry out the PDI of the car himself and check every detail at his level. .Can check one thing.
Why is PDI necessary, when and where should it be carried out?
By performing a PDI, one can find out if there is a problem with the car. The car dealer already knows what the problem is with the car and how to hide it from the customer before delivery. Therefore, the PDI of the car must be carried out even before the vehicle is registered.
The PDI of the car should be carried out in a well-lit area. This will help to easily see all parts of the car. It would be beneficial to bring an expert, mechanic or someone with automotive knowledge. Even if you can’t find an expert, you can do it yourself.
Tell us how to do PDI…
Step 1: Make a Checklist
First, make a checklist. In this list, write down each point to check in the car like engine, exterior, interior, tires, features, paint of the car, etc. The advantage of this list will be that nothing will be left out.
Step 2: Exterior
Walk around the car and see if there are any scratches or dents. Pay special attention to the bumper and sides of the car. Dealers polish the car to hide minor scratches. These scratches start to appear after one or two washes. To do this, try running your hand over the entire body of the car. If there is a dent or scratch because of this, it will be caught. This will reveal the painting. Look at the body closely and from a side angle. Therefore, if it has been repainted somewhere, the color difference will be visible. Check all corners of the car like door edges and panel gaps, edges around windows and the front bumper when a car is parked. for a long time If this is the case, the tires will deflate. Tires on a new car can also be mangled. Check all four tires, also look at the rim and alloy rim. Check the stepney properly, also check the jack and other tools.
Step 3: Interior
Inside the car, carefully inspect the dashboard, upholstery, seats and glove box. Remove the floor mats and check for moisture or dirt in the mat. Also check all of the car’s mirrors for cracks or scratches. the switches in the car. Check whether they are working properly or not. Turn on the air conditioner (AC) and check whether the cabin cools down quickly or not.
Step 4: Engine, Odometer and Fuel
Open the car’s hood and check its fluid levels. Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and windshield washer fluid should be topped up. Start the engine and let it run for a while. Look under the hood to see if there are any leaks or if an unusual noise or vibration is heard. Apart from this, put your foot on the gas pedal, accelerate two to three times and listen to the sound of the engine. There is no black smoke coming from the engine. The odometer reading of a new car should not exceed 30 to 50 km. If the reading is more than 30-50 km, talk to the dealer. Dealers give 5 liters of free fuel to customers. Check the fuel level and see if there is enough fuel to reach the nearest gas station.
Step 5: Vehicle Documents
Check all the car papers like registration certificate, insurance cover, manuals, warranty card, roadside assistance number and service book. Obtain the “Form 22” from the dealer and check it, it contains the engine number, chassis number and month of the car. automobile manufacturing. Check if the vehicle identification number (VIN), engine number and chassis number of the car match the documents provided by the dealer.
Step 6: Take a Test Drive
Take a test drive once with the dealer representative. During the test drive, check the car’s steering, shifter, brakes and suspension. Make sure the car is not making too much noise and check that it is not vibrating too much. Also note the engine noise.
Step 7: Make a video of the inspection
Register this car in your name only after checking everything. After registration, keep an eye on this car. Do not let the car drive into the service center. If you have to send a car, send it with a car. If you want to be safer, make a video of the entire inspection.
What to do after taking delivery of the car
After purchasing a car, its invoice (invoice) should be carefully checked. Many dealers initially quote the on-road price of the vehicle by adding insurance and RTO charges to the ex-showroom price.
When we see the invoice after purchasing a car, we see many hidden charges, such as administrative fees, service fees, handling fees, and accessory fees. Overall, hidden charges of around Rs 5-10,000 are imposed. Please note that service charges are illegal.
If you see such charges on your invoice, object immediately or let the dealership know at the time of booking that you will not pay any hidden charges.
Also know these important tips…
If the dealer prevents you from doing PDI, there is a problem with the car. You can refuse to buy such a car. If a major problem is detected in the PDI, it would be wise not to purchase such a car. This will not make your pockets lighter in the future. The biggest benefit of pre-delivery inspection is that you avoid purchasing a defective or damaged vehicle. Many times, because of a small mistake, you have to suffer a loss or have to move. the showroom later. I have to go around.
Let us know what precautions should be taken when buying a car.
First decide the budget and choose the car accordingly. Apart from this, one should always choose the car according to their needs. Do not finalize the transaction from just one showroom, to get a better deal, finalize the transaction by taking quotes from three or four other dealers. Whatever car you are going to see in the showroom, get complete information about it from the seller. Learn about all the features and engines. Choose only the variant whose features you can use regularly. Apart from this, also take the car for a test drive. If you need a loan to buy a new car, first of all you need to know the interest rates of different banks and choose the one that provides the loan. lowest interest rate. Get car financing.