Buying a used car, whether it is for you, a family member, or the family as a whole, can be a great solution to your transportation needs. Getz Automotive in Fuquay-Varina NC has a few recommendations of what you should do after buying a used car.
Get an Oil Change
Especially if you are buying from a private seller, getting an oil change after you buy a used car is important. Dealerships are generally good at changing the oil on the vehicle when you buy it, but who knows how long it has been since its last oil change? You should change your car’s oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Getz Automotive recommends you get an oil change to ensure the oil is fresh in the system.
Get the Alignment Inspected
If you pull the car off the lot and it’s been a few days, and the vehicle suddenly starts pulling to the left or right, that is the sign of a bad alignment. So getting your alignment checked should be done after any purchase to prevent any significant damages to the vehicle.
Get A Tune-Up
When buying a used car with a few miles on the odometer (100,000 or more), it is essential to know when the last time a tune-up was performed. This includes replacing the spark plugs and wires if your car has them. Getting a tune-up should already be done on the car when buying it from a dealership, but you can never be too sure with private sellers.
Replace The Battery
Everything may look good under the hood, but do you know when the last time that battery was replaced? For example, suppose your battery is nearing the end of its life. In that case, the car will have trouble starting, and sometimes the car won’t even turn on. So replacing the battery is good to give yourself peace of mind and help you keep up with your maintenance by knowing when they were done last.
Check The Brakes
Last and most importantly, the brakes. They may look good from the outside, but no private seller or dealership will take the tires off the car for you when you are looking to buy a car. After you purchase the vehicle, take it to Getz Automotive, and we will inspect your brakes for you and keep you updated on if they need replacing. If they need replacing, we can do that here too.