Many people will opt to sell their vehicle when it is deteriorating, while other people may just fancy an upgrade, and it’s important to suspect any signs of a problematic vehicle.

The condition of a car is a lot to go on. The fact is, if a car looks like it’s in good condition and well looked after, then the likelihood is that it is. You should always ask the owner to start up the engine, and listen out for any suspicious sounds, while a test drive can be ideal to let you explore the car further.

You should also check under the hood, even if you’re not too knowledgeable about cars, and if the engine looks too clean, or certain parts are clean and others are dirty, it’s a sign that the owner has been giving specific attention to one area, and that may ponder the question ‘why?’.

If you really don’t know your stuff then take a qualified mechanic to have a look with you, and many garages will provide vehicle inspection as a surface but al the better if you personally know a mechanic.