Is It Okay to Buy a Car That Has Been in Inventory for 6 Months?

[BryceRose]

You need to check the following aspects of the car: 1. Battery and electrical circuits: Start the engine, turn on the high beams and multimedia system, then turn off the engine while keeping the power on. If the lights and multimedia system can still operate normally after more than 10 minutes, there should be no major issues; 2. Body and paint: Inventory cars are usually quite dirty. When picking up the car, carefully inspect the body for scratches or dents. You can also ask the dealer to wash the car and inspect it again after cleaning. If there are minor scratches or dents, you may get a better price; 3. Seals: Due to exposure to sun and rain, the seals on inventory cars tend to age significantly. Check all rubber sealing details, especially various sealing strips, as well as the tires, engine belts, and wipers; 4. Test drive: During the test drive, listen for any unusual noises, check if the brakes are responsive, and ensure smooth gear shifting. All these details should be thoroughly inspected.