Is it normal for the door screws of a new Volkswagen car to show signs of being turned?
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It is generally normal for the door screws of a new Volkswagen car to show signs of being turned. Check all the vehicle's materials: This includes the purchase invoice, certificate of conformity, vehicle consistency certificate, vehicle registration certificate, warranty certificate, vehicle user manual, and new vehicle delivery confirmation form. If the 4S shop is responsible for licensing and insurance, you will also need to obtain the original insurance policy, insurance invoice, compulsory traffic insurance invoice, vehicle and vessel tax invoice, purchase tax invoice, tax payment certificate, and compulsory traffic insurance label from the salesperson. Inspect the vehicle: For the exterior, check the paint, production date of the window glass, tires, trunk, and engine. For the interior, focus on checking the car's functions, such as the lights, windows, rearview mirrors, dashboard, and air conditioning.
I've bought three cars myself, and honestly, I've encountered this issue too. The first time I picked up a brand-new Volkswagen, I noticed slight scratches on the door hinge screws, which gave me a bit of a shock. Later, after talking to an experienced mechanic, I learned that it's normal for electric tools used during assembly at the factory to leave minor marks, especially on German cars with their high precision requirements—quality inspectors often need to re-tighten them. From the production line to the dealership, new cars undergo PDI inspections that might involve disassembly; I've even seen sales staff remove door panels to adjust limiters in the storage area. If the screw paint shows no marks at all, that's actually suspicious—but only minor tool marks are acceptable. If you see severe damage, chipped paint, or misaligned positions, you must check the repair records, as there are quite a few cases of refurbished transport-damaged cars being sold as new these days.
