Used car check list?
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Used car check list?
Hey guys, I had a big check list for looking at CLKs, but I misplaced it so I'm hoping I can get a bit of help here..
I'm going to be checking out a '99 430 tomorrow, with 130k miles. Normally, I have been looking for something with less than 110k, but the price is right so I'm willing to lower my standards a bit.. I'll probably only have the car for a year or so anyway, so it's not a big deal.
I'm wondering of things to check for, how to access the service menu to check for codes, etc.
I know the usual stuff, leaks, alignment in body panels, brakes, suspension, buttons, electronics, etc.. I also recall having to check the radiator to see if it's still a Valeo or if it's been replaced, but can't remember what to look for specifically to identify it as such.
Anyway, any help is appreciated.
I'm going to be checking out a '99 430 tomorrow, with 130k miles. Normally, I have been looking for something with less than 110k, but the price is right so I'm willing to lower my standards a bit.. I'll probably only have the car for a year or so anyway, so it's not a big deal.
I'm wondering of things to check for, how to access the service menu to check for codes, etc.
I know the usual stuff, leaks, alignment in body panels, brakes, suspension, buttons, electronics, etc.. I also recall having to check the radiator to see if it's still a Valeo or if it's been replaced, but can't remember what to look for specifically to identify it as such.
Anyway, any help is appreciated.
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Excellent info, thanks Marcus 
I'm gonna print it all out and give it a thorough read. I decided not to look at the one tomorrow, doesn't feel right. But these checklists will be helpful when I do finally find one worth checking out.
I'm gonna print it all out and give it a thorough read. I decided not to look at the one tomorrow, doesn't feel right. But these checklists will be helpful when I do finally find one worth checking out.
