When considering buying a car from notices or classifieds, what do you need to be aware of, and look out for?

Such as:

* The condition of the vehicle

* Is it roadworthy or not (of course),

* Inspection of vehicle.

And any other things, to make sure your getting a good buy. a good vehicle and not a "lemon".When considering buying a car from notices or classifieds, what do you need to be aware of, and look out for?
ask for preventive maintenance record file, last service done , bring license mechanic with you to check under chassis , roadtesting , and observe brakes clutch if MTM or A/TM ,emmison control , check oil viscosity . some who want to cheat buyer use to mixed engine oil with gear oil to make it sticky and not to notice a blow by , check exhaust smoke if blue means piston ring , if black smoke air %26amp; fuel mixture not on the range specified air fuel Ratio 15:1 ( lamda ) i would suggest ask of one week observation before handling your payment.check road condition like alignment and brake condition. check for oil and water leak.check radiator coolant if has dilution,oil %26amp; H2oWhen considering buying a car from notices or classifieds, what do you need to be aware of, and look out for?
Always test drive. Ask seller if you can take car to your own mechanic to have checked out. Run a carfax report on it. Once you decide to buy, if you're not familiar with title work, make sure you take someone with you that is and double check the VIN number matches the title. Do your research online about history of same make/model you are interested in.When considering buying a car from notices or classifieds, what do you need to be aware of, and look out for?
Take it to your mechanic to inspect it. If the owner does not let you do this, walk away.