Buy a Used Car Worry-Free with 4 Main Steps

KatadataOTO – Buying a used car in Indonesia today is not exactly easy. There are dishonest sellers offering low-quality units.

This makes buying a used car a difficult and worrying task. Because prospective consumers are afraid of being scammed.

If a scam occurs, the victim will certainly suffer a loss. Because they have to spend extra funds for repairs.

Essentially, there are 4 main steps before buying a used car, according to OLXmobbi. This can minimize the risk of becoming a victim of fraud.

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1. Prepare a budget and research the market price of used cars, so you have accurate data that can help filter the choices from the many cars available.
2. Check the exterior condition and all parts of the car to ensure it is still in very good condition for use. Such as the car body, tires, and lights.
3. Ensure the vehicle documents are complete to verify its legality, such as checking the license plate number, engine number, chassis number, purchase invoice, tax payment status, and of course, the BPKB (vehicle ownership book) and STNK (vehicle registration certificate) documents of the car.

4. Lastly, don't forget to do a test drive to get experience and feel the engine and suspension performance, as well as the car's handling when driven.

From the 4 main steps above, prospective consumers should be able to feel a little more at ease. However, if you still feel unconfident, you can bring along a trusted friend.

Starting from consulting on the right type of car to buy, to using a trusted friend when inspecting the vehicle.

There is also a more practical step by using an inspection service. However, in this case, consumers must still be cautious.

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An equally important method is to choose a more trustworthy seller. A big name and reputation can also be a benchmark when buying a used car.

“One reliable place is OLXmobbi. Customers can choose from more than 2,000 cars that have passed inspection and certification,” said Agung Iskandar, Director of OLXmobbi in a press release quoted (22/01).

Furthermore, OLXmobbi has a test drive from home program. This is a breakthrough that has become popular since the pandemic and makes it easier for consumers.