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A trusted dealership for second-hand cars in UAE - Auto Level
The numerous luxury vehicles that speed down UAE’s roads testify to its opulent and high-flying lifestyle. Of these, second-hand cars for sale in Dubai, Al Ain, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, and other cities of the UAE make up a large number. The second-hand car market in the UAE has witnessed significant growth during the past few years, with an increasing number of people preferring second-hand luxury vehicles over new ones due to their affordability. At the Auto Level car dealership in the UAE, we aim to cater to this demand with a wide selection of well-maintained, reliable, second-hand cars for sale in the UAE.
When investing in a used car for sale in Dubai or any other city in the UAE, you need to be extremely careful as some cars may look good but not perform as efficiently. Such vehicles may have hidden problems that can crop up once you use the car for some time. Finding trouble-free second-hand cars in UAE does not depend on luck but on how much effort you put into investigating and researching the car before buying it. Having the vehicle carefully evaluated by a trained mechanic will ensure you do not face any costly problems in the future. As a prospective used car buyer, you have access to a huge market mainly dominated by car dealerships and private sellers. However, buying from a private seller can prove to be risky as not all of them allow you to test drive their vehicle or have it examined by a mechanic before purchasing it.
Tips to find optimal second-hand cars in UAE
As a prospective second-hand car buyer in the UAE, you should find out certain information that can help you decide whether the car you are interested in is worth taking for a test drive.
The odometer reading
Main features and accessories
Condition of the vehicle
Condition of the body and cabin
Accident damage
Service records
Manufacturer recalls
The odometer reading
The odometer reading of the car will give you an idea about how old the vehicle actually is or how much it has been used. Calculate the average mileage per year and find out the reasons for an excessively high or low mileage from the car dealer. A vehicle with high mileage used on the highway for long commutes will display less wear and tear than a vehicle that has done innumerable short stop-and-go trips. A low mileage reading on the odometer does not mean the vehicle hasn’t seen rough use.
Main features and accessories
Find out about the standout features of the vehicle and the accessories it comes with. Get details about the transmission, cruise control, power seats, safety features, sound system, infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, etc..
Condition of the vehicle
Ask the car dealer about the car’s condition, how old it is, whether it has met with any accidents, etc.
Condition of the body and cabin
Get specific details from the seller or car dealership on the car body and cabin interiors
Accident damage
If the car has been in an accident, find out details about the accident, the extent of damage it sustained, how much repairs cost, where the repairs were done, etc. Minor scrapes are not problematic, but you should be careful about cars that have been in major crashes
Service records
If you want to purchase a pre-owned car in the UAE that has received good care from its owner, check the service records of the vehicles you are considering. A well-maintained vehicle would have been serviced regularly based on the manufacturer-recommended schedule. Ask to see the receipts for replaced parts as these will also note the mileage at the given time helping you verify the vehicle’s history.
Manufacturer recalls
Inquire about any manufacturer recalls on the car, or whether the manufacturer has stipulated any safety-related repairs. Use the vehicle VIN to access its records on the manufacturer’s website and ascertain that these have been completed. Note the mileage at the time of the repairs or recall
Give the exterior of a second-hand car a thorough inspection
Whenever you decide to buy a pre-owned car in the UAE, comprehensively examine the vehicle before completing the purchase. If you don’t know how, get your trusted car mechanic to do it. Ideally, a vehicle inspection should be done in broad daylight as floodlights tend to make the vehicle shine and hide any defects or dents on the body. Before an inspection, the car should not have been driven for at least an hour so the components have adequate time to cool down.
- Check each of the body panels and the roof of the vehicle for dents, rusting, corrosion, or scratches.
- Keep an eye out for panels that have not been aligned properly or with large gaps which indicates poor assembly by the manufacturer or substandard repairs.
- The paint should not be faded and be even across the entire body of the vehicle.
- Dents in a vehicle can be patched up using body fillers. Placing a small magnet on the suspected dent will tell you if body fillers have been used as a magnet will not stick to such a patch.
- Check the rubber seals around the hood and the trunk for the paint to know if the car has been repainted recently.
- Rust is another worry you must address by checking for blistered paint or visible corrosion in the wheel wells, the bottom of doors, and the panels beneath each door.
- Open and shut the doors, hood, and trunk. Lift the doors gently to know if the hinges are loose. Loose hinges are an indication of excessive hard and long use. The rubber seals around the door should also be checked for tearing and wear.
- Examine the glass of the windows and windshield for cracks or unevenness. A small ship in the glass may not be a problem but can be used to bargain when negotiating the price of the vehicle. Windshield cracks, even small ones, should not be ignored as they will expand with vibrations and lead to the entire windshield cracking, necessitating expensive repairs
Trust Auto Level's second-hand cars in UAE
Save yourself the trouble and choose a second-hand car in the UAE from Auto Level’s extensive range. Ensure a relaxed and hassle-free car buying experience. You don’t have to worry about getting the inspection done as all our vehicles are inspected and checked by professional technicians. We verify each vehicle’s history and condition so our customers are assured peace of mind with our second-hand cars in UAE. You can check the frequently asked questions section of our website for details. If you need car financing help we can provide the same.
Our 7-year warranty and other benefits
When you buy a second-hand vehicle at Auto Level, we provide a 7-year warranty and service contract, with the additional benefit of roadside assistance during the seven years. Our customers also get our bonus offer of free body polish, ceramic coating, and window tinting services. Find the faultless second-hand cars in UAE at Auto Level and drive with the confidence of owning a reliable luxury vehicle. Schedule your test drive immediately!
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