The sizzling test drive mentioned above sounds funny, but at the same time it’s a sure fire way to get a salesman fired!
The Taste of Test Drive
Oftentimes the test drive bug gets into a car lovers’ head, and so they don’t care what model of car they are test driving. It’s more about the thrill of being able to drive cars off the dealer lot. They love to rev up the engine, light up the wheels, take quick turns, and spin the wheels before stopping, finally! Does this story sound like it’s coming straight from a Hollywood flick? You bet it is, but that’s how some people do a test drive!
The test drive that tells you about a car
Now, if you need a car, doing a test drive like the example above may give you thrill and pleasure, but you won’t be able to know about the car unless you pay close attention. Most importantly, if you are driving a new car with a steep price tag, you may not even think of buying it. Be it a brand new car or a used one, go for a test drive and inspection to get an idea of the condition of the car. Especially in the case of salvage cars bought online, it is better to go for inspection and test drive before bidding on a vehicle.
Ways of test driving a used car:
- After hopping inside the car, and turning it on, listen carefully for squealing, clacking or rumbling sounds;
- Pay attention to the way the car responds after you press the brake and accelerator;
- Check the exhaust, tires etc.