What is the general mileage limit for a new car?
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New car mileage generally should not exceed 30 kilometers, as it needs to account for factory testing and transportation distance, with a total not exceeding 50 kilometers. A new car's displayed mileage between 0 to 50 kilometers is considered normal. Typically, when a new car arrives at a 4S dealership, its mileage won't show as 0 kilometers because manufacturers conduct professional test drives for quality assessment after production to identify any potential issues. Precautions when picking up a new car: 1. Inspect the exterior: Check all corners of the vehicle thoroughly, especially for scratches or cracks; 2. Verify vehicle information: The vehicle's "identity card", usually the manufacturing date label, is typically located below the right front door or under the passenger seat, containing details like production date, total mass, and engine power.
I paid special attention to this issue when I first picked up my new car. Generally, for domestically produced cars, a mileage within 30 km from factory testing and transportation is considered normal. For imported cars, due to longer shipping and land transport distances, up to 100 km is acceptable. However, I once encountered a situation where a demo car was refurbished and sold as new. The salesperson said demo cars inevitably have slightly higher mileage. Actually, the key isn't the mileage itself, but rather checking tire wear and engine compartment cleanliness. I remember last time when I accompanied a friend to pick up a car, that 'new' car showing 15 km on the odometer actually had wear marks on the accelerator pedal. It turned out to be a dealer's internal transfer vehicle - that's the kind of situation you need to watch out for.
