how much dose it cost to show a car to mechanics when buying a used car in thousand oaks,ca
2007-08-25 06:42:37 · 7 answers · asked by aydin 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Well find some mechanic that will check it out. It truly depends on the depth of the check. If you are checking the engine compression, checking for oil leaks, fuel pressure, that can take longer.
Also it helps just having an ear. For instance, listen to the engine idle. You can hear valve overlap, you can literally hear the age of the engine.
Also ask the owner questions like, "have you every changed the oil? Blah blah and it should be rather easy to see if the man is lieing.
2007-08-25 06:49:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You generally can expect to pay about $100 - $200 for an inspection of a used car by an expert mechanic. Given that you're looking to spend many times that amount on the car, it's cheap insurance.
2007-08-25 06:45:42 · answer #2 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you wanting it checked over before buying it? I don't think they charge for that. But, then at the same time, if you're not going to have any repairs done the mechanic has spent his time on going over your car and deserves something in return. So, I don't know.
2007-08-25 06:50:09 · answer #3 · answered by Ladybug II 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the mechanic. It shouldn't cost more than a diagnostic test.
2007-08-25 06:45:42 · answer #4 · answered by jacks 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not use your old car mechanic for the inspection.This will cost you nothing.But If you are to pay, do not pay more than USD100.
2007-08-25 07:12:03 · answer #5 · answered by Bimbola A 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's supposed to be free.
2007-08-25 06:45:25 · answer #6 · answered by eniles21 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
free.. or if they are stupid they charge u then u leave
2007-08-25 06:46:08 · answer #7 · answered by Blue Blue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋