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Fourteen Point Check List

This is a fourteen point check list For when you buy a car First question you should ask Does it have full service history or part The next important question Has the Cam belt ever been changed And do you have any receipts To show me when it was arranged Check for codes and errors Held in the ECU It may be clean and tidy But they might be hiding a few Now check that clutch For usual wear and tear Is it riding at the top If so you should be aware Check the oil, fuel and water For any kind of leaks Cause this could cost more money And leave your pockets empty Check all the fluid levels Make sure there all topped up It’s a sign that it’s been looked after By the seller you’re buying it off An early head gasket failure Could cost more than the car is worth So open up that oil cap And check for creamy stuff Listen to that engine Make sure there’s no strange tunes Check that steering properly The brakes and all the tubes Listen for failed wheel bearings You will hear a whirling noise If one of these is wearing It aggravates and annoys Check for too much smoke And the exhaust while you can Because MOT emissions Are getting stricter with their plans Have a visual check of course Of the outside of the motor Last but least test all the lights And never let them chauffeur Take a friend or mechanic And look for signs of damage Be wise and look up a guiding price Make sure the vehicles within those sights Hpi check is always satisfation It may cost you a little more But its very instant action © Copyright KC.Leake 2nd October 2015 All rights Reserved

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Date: 11/4/2015 11:05:00 AM
Oh MY! Think I'll save up a little (lot) longer and then buy it almost new... Wow! You do know your cars... And you made it seem so simple to do...
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Kevin Leake
Date: 11/8/2015 12:33:00 PM
Hoped it helped in some way Carol, Thanks for the visit Best Wishes Kevin
Date: 10/5/2015 11:42:00 PM
Wise words indeed Kevin:-)We don't have an MOT on the Island but I still get my car checked out every year without fail. hugs Jan xx
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Jan Allison
Date: 10/6/2015 1:06:00 PM
Only across the water on the Isle of Man Kevin:-) If a car is imported and over 3 yrs old it has to go through a 'manx test' after that there is no MOT:-) hugs Jan xx
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Kevin Leake
Date: 10/6/2015 12:55:00 PM
That must be some Island Jan, No MOT that sounds great!!! Glad you liked it!!! Best Wishes Kevin
Date: 10/5/2015 4:00:00 PM
My goodness. Now I know who to call on if I have car problems. YOu made a great list for us!!
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Kevin Leake
Date: 10/6/2015 12:52:00 PM
Andrea don't call me call RAC!!! Thanks for the read hope it helps!! Best Wishes Kevin
Date: 10/5/2015 3:13:00 PM
I will buying a new vehicle at the start of next year. I will keep all this in mind. Thanks for sharing your knowledge Kevin.
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Kevin Leake
Date: 10/6/2015 12:50:00 PM
Your welcome Tim, Hope it helps you, to make the right choice!!! Best Wishes Kevin
Date: 10/5/2015 1:51:00 PM
Did you just acquire a new ride? Something inspired this well-thought of list that is so cleverly expressed. I was exhausted at the end by all I had to do, but you are spot on and it was such a good read ... CayCay
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Kevin Leake
Date: 10/6/2015 12:49:00 PM
Thanks Caycay, For the read and comments, sorry you feel exhausted too many pointers perhaps!! Glad you enjoyed though!! Best Wishes Kevin
Date: 10/5/2015 12:02:00 PM
- You're just as "clever as me" ....... :))) - It is never my husband who buys car ..... it is my task :))) - A great list, Kevin! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Kevin Leake
Date: 10/5/2015 12:53:00 PM
Thanks for the read and comments Anne, Now I know that you can check my car over too!!! Best Wishes Kevin
Date: 10/5/2015 11:47:00 AM
Good advice Kevin. 7
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Kevin Leake
Date: 10/5/2015 12:54:00 PM
Thanks Deborah, Nice to hear from you again, I appreciate the feed back God bless Kevin

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