So, I've been looking at a particularly nice '08 with low miles and almost every option in a color combo I like, but I am slightly worried about all the potential failure points to watch out for.
I've been reading this forum for years, waiting for a chance to purchase one of these, but I still feel as if I don't quite have a good grasp on what to look for when buying one of these used.
I've driven it once, SMG and engine seem fine, although it was a very short drive due to horrible weather. All electronics, buttons, lights, etc seem to function exactly as new, interior is in excellent shape, so is the body and paint. It was involved in one minor accident years ago, I had no idea until I checked the Carfax, drives perfectly straight, bodywork is almost better than factory.
I have a feeling these cars are sort of hard to make predictions on - it may check out fine, and then a week later tragedy will strike. Maybe I've just become paranoid after reading this site constantly :3:
Anyway, what can I easily check out on this car during a normal test drive, and what are some things I can do to expose any potential common problems? I have a good feeling about this car, but I'd like to be sure.
Thanks in advance.
I've been reading this forum for years, waiting for a chance to purchase one of these, but I still feel as if I don't quite have a good grasp on what to look for when buying one of these used.
I've driven it once, SMG and engine seem fine, although it was a very short drive due to horrible weather. All electronics, buttons, lights, etc seem to function exactly as new, interior is in excellent shape, so is the body and paint. It was involved in one minor accident years ago, I had no idea until I checked the Carfax, drives perfectly straight, bodywork is almost better than factory.
I have a feeling these cars are sort of hard to make predictions on - it may check out fine, and then a week later tragedy will strike. Maybe I've just become paranoid after reading this site constantly :3:
Anyway, what can I easily check out on this car during a normal test drive, and what are some things I can do to expose any potential common problems? I have a good feeling about this car, but I'd like to be sure.
Thanks in advance.