How to Check if a Used Car Has Been in an Accident?
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Buying a used car and checking if it has been in an accident: 1. First, check the paint: Large areas of repainting will result in paint thickness outside the normal range, which can easily be detected with a paint thickness gauge. Cars that have been in accidents usually show signs on the anti-collision beams. 2. Inspect the engine compartment: If you notice screws that have been turned or unusual folds or dents, further inspection is needed. 3. Check the A, B, and C pillars: First, observe for obvious dents or bumps, then remove the door frame's rubber seal to see if the welding points are neat. Methods to determine if it's a new car are as follows: 1. Check the manufacturing date: The vehicle's manufacturing date should match the one on the certificate of conformity, which is usually hard to alter. If the manufacturing date is more than 15 days old, it's considered an old car. 2. Examine the brake discs: Most small passenger vehicles today have disc brakes (at least the front brakes). Checking the brake discs is a very reliable method. Generally, after driving more than 200 kilometers, the brake pads will leave noticeable marks on the brake discs. There is usually a 1-2 mm gap between the brake pads and the outer edge of the brake disc. After a certain distance, this will leave what is commonly referred to as a "ledge" (the "ledge" on a new car is very low).
