Body components (structural/reinforcing/panels) have accident-type damage; passive safety devices are defective; vehicle performance (including three-electric system) is degraded or remains performance-limited after repairs.
Accident inspection: main structure damaged, reinforcing parts undamaged, panels undamaged, hinges normal. Engine bay: key mechanical components normal. Exterior: 2 areas of sheet metal repair. Interior: right front door inner handle broken, left front door inner handle broken, scratch on right side trim of trunk; most features normal, airbag inspection normal, lighting system normal. Start-up inspection: main components normal. Tool kit: none.
The technician will put the vehicle in neutral on the lift, rotate the wheels, and listen for any abnormal metal gear whine from inside the motor reducer, and check for gear oil leaks at the joints of the reducer housing.
A typical transaction has six steps. 1. Selection: you confirm the vehicle through photos, a video walkaround, an inspection report and the VIN. 2. Deposit: most exporters ask 20%-30% to reserve the car. Pay by bank transfer to the company's corporate account, never a personal one. 3. Inspection: an independent pre-shipment inspection verifies the condition; you receive the report before paying the balance. 4. Balance payment: usually due before loading. Request the booking confirmation and container number. 5. Shipping: the exporter sends you the draft bill of lading for checking, then the original documents by courier. 6. Arrival: you clear customs with the invoice, C/O, B/L and inspection certificate, then register the vehicle. Total timeline is usually 2-6 weeks. Use payment methods with recourse (T/T or escrow) and keep every contract and receipt.
Currently, in most developing countries, there is a severe lack of deep repair capabilities for the three electric systems. We recommend that B2B car dealers must have basic electrical insulation testing capabilities.
