What to look for when buying a used car?

[giddyup]

My partner is after a small used car in Pattaya, but neither she nor I has any idea what to check for in terms of ownership or whether the car is still under hire purchase etc. Any tips would be appreciated.

[khunJam]

You can get an insurance company to run the vin. Other than that ask the seller every question that’s relevant to the car. 

[scubascuba3]

I'd avoid buying from a Thai, often not maintained i.e. no oil change for years

[KhunLA]

1 hour ago, scubascuba3 said:

I'd avoid buying from a Thai, often not maintained i.e. no oil change for years

And yet, the dealers are full of folks maintaining their vehicles.  Maintenance require to keep warranty intact.

[mokwit]

 

[steve187]

10 hours ago, giddyup said:

My partner is after a small used car in Pattaya, but neither she nor I has any idea what to check for in terms of ownership or whether the car is still under hire purchase etc. Any tips would be appreciated.

if the seller has the Blue book for the vehicle there is no loan outstanding on the vehicle, as the finance company only hand over the book once fully paid for.