I paid like 230 for a mobile mechanic to come and inspect a car. wasnt worth it imo.Originally Posted by vtec_yoo
He just took it for a test drive and jacked it up. Didnt do a compression test.
All you got to look for if you are really noob is something out of place. you have to know what certain components look like e/g a coilover.
Jack the car up and have a look around. Pay particular attention to the engine bay. Look for STAINS. Most of the time someone could of done a messy home job fluid change. Which is ok. What is most important is detecting an oil leak. Oil leak=low oil pressure=engine failure.
Check the exhaust for excessive smoke. White or blue smoke is BAD. A single puff of it is ok but anything over 1 sec means the head gasket needa to be replaced or the piston rings are wearing.
While driving the car does it crunch?
If it does crunch in a couple gears it means the clutch needs to be bled.
Anything out of that is a BIGGER problem eg syncro etc.
while checking all wheels and suspension give the components a shake and tug. One evo I had a look at needed the rear left wheel bearing replaced as there was alot of play.
At the end of the day it is a USED car. you are going to have to compromise.
If you want brand spanking new no problems. Then you need to buy brand spanking new.
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