Localized body damage or repair marks present. No accident-related damage or repairs to structural or reinforcing components. Vehicle performance (including three-electric system) has degraded or is limited.
Accident inspection: main structure undamaged, reinforcing components undamaged, cover panels damaged, hinges normal. Three-electric system inspection: normal. Engine compartment inspection: key mechanical components normal. Exterior: 1 area of sheet metal repair, 1 area of repaint. Interior: most features normal, airbag inspection normal, seatbelts normal, dashboard normal, instrument inspection normal, lighting system normal. Startup inspection: main components normal. Onboard tools: none.
We thoroughly rule them out by checking if the cabin wiring harness is melted, if the seat belts have water stains or mold, if there is unusual rust or debris in the seat tracks and cigarette lighter, and by verifying with the insurance company for any "total loss claims." These two types of cars are an absolute sales ban for us.
The lifespan of rubber sealing strips for frameless doors is usually only 4-5 years. We carefully press the sealing strip at the edge of the roof to check for loss of elasticity and use a high-pressure water gun to wash the seams of the windows to check for direct water leakage due to aging.
Based on practical risk assessment, we strongly recommend setting aside 3% to 5% of the car price as a buffer fund for even the highest-rated used cars, to cover oil changes, new tires, minor shipping scratches, and local inspection labor costs.
