Re: I need an advice
There are multiple dealers scattered across the country that sell Crossfires. Buying a car from any one of them is essentially the same process. You're buying a used car, and one that is 10-15 years old, and there are risks associated with that type of purchase. There will most likely be a clause stating "as is" condition.
For me, it's all about the car. Is the mileage below industry standards (15k per year) and by how much? What service history does it have? How many owners have there been? Has the car been reported in an accident and, if so, how severe was the accident.? (Note: Get a copy of the CarFax report or equivalent.) Are there pictures that clearly show condition of exterior, interior & engine bay? I always get a little nervous when there are pictures of the exterior but nothing else. What are they trying to hide? Ask for pictures of things you want to look at. Is there side bolster wear on the seats? Does the dash & console have any signs of careless use by previous owners? Any significant "road rash" on the front end? Any significant "curb rash" on wheels? Are there significant "door dings" along body sides? With a roadster, are there any issues with operation and/or condition of convertible top & hydraulics? Is all the hardware for dealing with a flat tire still in the trunk? One key FOB or two? (Note: $600+ for a spare key FOB.) Do all "as delivered" functions perform flawlessly? All these factors give an indication of how car was driven and the care previous owners gave to the car.
Last edited by dedwards0323; Jun 27, 2019 at 03:07 PM.