What is Considered as Inventory Car?

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IsabelleLee
07/29/25 11:21am
Inventory cars generally refer to vehicles that have been in stock for over a year without being sold. Below are relevant methods to identify inventory cars: 1. Check the vehicle nameplate: Look at the manufacturing date. If the manufacturing date is within three months of your purchase date, it is not an inventory car. If it exceeds three months, it can basically be identified as an inventory car. 2. Inspect the engine compartment: If there is a thick layer of dust in the engine compartment or oil stains, it indicates that the vehicle has been parked for too long or has excessive mileage. Also, carefully check whether the components in the engine compartment are deformed, discolored, neatly arranged, or show signs of removal.
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