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Conversation 1: I was thinking about buying this used car, and was wondering if you would take a look at it for me to see if it has any problems.
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The first thing you do is look for any signs of wear both inside and out. We will also look at the body for signs of major repair.
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Someone told me that I could go online and see if the car is listed as having been in a major accident.
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Yes, that's right. Next, we will turn on the engine and I will check under the hood to look at the hoses and belts.
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Should we take the car for a drive? - Yes, but before we pull away, let's check to make sure that the radio, turn signals, lights, and seats all work properly.
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As I am driving what should I be checking? - You want to make sure that the brakes don't pull to one side and that the car has good alignment and acceleration.
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Conversation 2: Could you take a few minutes and see if there are any problems with this used car that I am thinking of buying?
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I am happy to help. Just pull up and we'll give it a good look. - I don't know much about cars.
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We need to look inside and outside for signs of an accident or major damage. Also, we need to look for wear on the tires.
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Yes, you can check the history of the car online. Next, we need to turn on the engine and take a look at the belts and hoses.
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Will you take a drive with me to check handling? - A test drive would be good. But first let's make sure that the turn signals, radio, lights, and seats work properly.
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On a test drive, what should I look for? - We are checking for solid braking and good overall handling.
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I appreciate you helping me figure out what to look for. - My pleasure. This seems to be a solid car and a good choice for you.
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Conversation 3: I want to buy this used car, but I need help figuring out if there are any problems with it.
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Always start with looking for signs of major damage that may have been repaired and also check tire wear.
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Right. All major accidents should have been recorded. Next start the car up, pop the hood, and we'll take a look at the belts and hoses.
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I would like for you to take a test drive with me. - We'll do that in a minute, but first we should check that the radio, turn signals, and all of the lights work properly.
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As we drive, what am I checking for? - You want to make sure that the alignment is good, that the engine accelerates smoothly, and that the car can safely brake to a stop.
