| Buying a used car can be intimidating. Inspecting the | | | | 6. How about the defrosters? If they're not as they |
| interior is often overlooked because people feel they | | | | are supposed to be, you will be unhappy one day. |
| know about the inside of a car, because that's where | | | | 7. Pick up the floor mats and look for any holes in the |
| they always sit. But there are some simple things you | | | | floor board that may be hidden. |
| need to make sure you check out. Here are 12 things | | | | 8. Ensure that the glove compartment opens and |
| to look for when inspecting the interior of a car. | | | | closes properly. |
| 1. Make sure that all the seats and seat belts adjust as | | | | 9. If the car is supposed to have air bags, make sure |
| they are supposed to. | | | | that they are actually there and that they work |
| 2. Turn on and use the stereo system to ensure that it | | | | properly. Look for related warning lights. If they do not |
| works as it is supposed to. Try all of the features. | | | | come on as the car is started, the air bag may not |
| Make sure there is sound out of every speaker. | | | | actually be in place (or may not be working properly). |
| 3. Try to turn the ignition without a key in it. This sounds | | | | 10. Check all of the lights, inside and outside of the car, |
| silly, but you don't want a car that turns on without a | | | | to be sure they work. |
| key in it. | | | | There you have it - ten easy tips to consider when |
| 4. Use each pedal. While the car is off, push each one | | | | checking out the interior of a used car. While I am sure |
| (separately). When it is fully depressed, quickly remove | | | | that you have spent plenty of time inside of a car, |
| your foot. Does the pedal stick? It should not. | | | | those ten tips are commonly overlooked by used car |
| 5. Do the heater and air conditioning work? | | | | shoppers. |