How to estimate a damaged car

It always seems to us that selling a damaged car is an extremely difficult work for us. But once if we estimate its value then we will clearly know what we want to do with it. If the estimate comes out very less then we can get it repaired to increase its value and if the estimate is more then it can be sold right away. Here are a few ways that will help you estimate your damaged car.

• Owning a damaged car does not mean that you have to anxious all the time. You can calm down and think about what to do with it. Take several pictures of your car in full length.

• Add the date and time to each photo.

• Inspect the car carefully from inside out. Open and shut the doors to check whether it works normally. If it doesn’t then check for the problems.

• Repeat the same with the trunk and hood of the car. There can be several impacts on your car due to the accident. Check the latches of your car to make sure that they function properly.

• Next you have to check the tires and wheels for any damage. Note if the tires are flattened or not. Also notice the rims of the tires.

• Check the interior of the car too. Look for the steering wheel, handles and knobs. Look for other missing car accessories. Check the driver’s seat. Sit on it to check its balance.

• Start the vehicle and notice for any noises.

• Take the car on a short test drive to check its running. Drive the car slowly. Check the transmission of the car. Stop the car and try to restart it again. Check the break, accelerator and the clutch.

• The photos that you clicked can be used as references to call the car dealers and junkyards to tell about the car’s condition. Make them check the car and ask for its value.

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