What's Inside a Used Car Archive Bag?
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Used car archive bags contain the vehicle's records, including the vehicle inspection results, vehicle conformity certificate, vehicle invoice, purchase tax payment certificate, vehicle mortgage records, transfer records, and initial records. Each transaction adds a new record. Here are methods to check if a used car has been in an accident: 1. Check the glass production date: Normally, glass isn't replaced, so checking its production date can be revealing. The date is usually in the format of numbers + dots, where numbers represent the year and dots represent the month. 2. Examine the frame's wear: If the car was in a major accident, the frame would show dents or misalignment. 3. Inspect the screws: Look at the screws on the hood, radiator support, and doors. If any of these screws show abnormalities, it's likely the car was in a major accident. 4. Check maintenance records: Visit a 4S shop to review maintenance records. Any accident repairs done at a 4S shop would be systematically recorded.
Last year when I helped a friend choose a used car, I carefully studied the contents of the document folder. The key documents included the vehicle registration certificate, commonly known as the 'big green book,' which proves the car is legally registered with complete ownership; the sales contract records the purchase price, delivery details, and responsibilities of both parties; the maintenance history report allows you to check the frequency of past oil changes, brake replacements, etc., to avoid buying a flood-damaged or accident car; the insurance policy shows that the fees have been paid and are valid, ensuring no disputes after hitting the road; sometimes, it also includes a vehicle evaluation manual, recording inspection scores for the chassis and engine. Not a single one of these documents should be missing. Before purchasing, verify their authenticity to prevent unscrupulous sellers from tampering with them—saving trouble later. I think spending 10 minutes going through them is absolutely worth it.
