inspection

What is a Post Sale Inspection?

Almost all the vehicles that we buy at the auction go through a post sale inspection. This is an additional service offered by the auction that we have to pay for. Once we buy a vehicle it immediately goes through their service facility for a post inspection to check for major items such as engine, transmission, rear end, and any frame damage. If such problems are found then we are let out of the purchase. This prevents bad vehicles from ever coming to the lot.

Disclaimer: We can only check to make sure the items listed below are working when you purchase the vehicle. Problems cannot be foreseen or predicted. Vehicles have thousands of working parts that do wear out and need replacing eventually. Vehicles are equipped with a monitor system that when a problem arises the check engine light will normally come on. We cannot predict when this will happen and can only check for current problems. If your check engine light comes on at a later time any repair facility can scan the computer system to identify the problem. It is recommended that you change your oil according to manufacturing specifications and that you replace items such as brakes and rotors as soon as they start showing signs of wear. We recommend you purchase the warranty to help protect you against major problems such as a transmission.

National Auto Sales 125 point Vehicle Inspection

We check our vehicles out to make sure you have that piece of mind that you are purchasing a quality and clean used vehicle.

All vehicles go through a comprehensive inspection. The majority of the vehicles are inspected at the auction after we purchase them before ever getting to the lot. This is a post sale inspection service that the auction offers. If there are any major problems such as engine, transmission, rear end, or frame damage then we are let out of the purchase. The vehicles then arrive at our separate service facility where they go through a 125 point inspection. After that they are fully detailed then delivered to the lot for sale.

Road Test

1) Starts-idles properly

2) Battery good

3) Keyless entry works if has one

4) Accelerates and cruises smoothly

5) Engine noise normal

6) Transmission shifts normally(cold/hot)

7) Drive axle/transfer case normal

8) Brakes and ABS operate normal-no pulsating, grinding

9) Steers normal-alignment good

10) Tire ride good-no shaking, wobbling, pulling, or excessive tire noise

11) No abnormal wind noise

12) Struts/shocks operate normal-no squeaks or clicking

13) Power steering turns normal-no noise

14) All gauges-gas, fuel, temperature, etc. operate properly

Vehicle Exterior

Body Panels and Bumpers

15) Overall, no evidence of flood, hail, fire or any major damage

16) Body panels not visibly damaged, misaligned, or poor or faded paint

17) Bumpers/fascia not visibly damaged, misaligned, or poor or faded paint

Doors, Hood, Deck Lid, Tailgate

18) Overall, no evidence of flood, salvage, or fire damage

19) No damage such as major dents, dominant scratches, etc.

20) Paint in good condition

21) Automatic/manual release mechanisms, door hinges, attaching devices, prop rod/gas struts operate properly

22) Power lift gate, power sliding doors operate

Grill, Trim, Roof Rack

23) Attached, free from visible damage

Glass, Outside Mirrors

24) Windshield, side, rear windows free from cracks, pits, wiper marks

25) Wiper blades

26) Mirrors, hinge no cracks or damage

Exterior Lights

27) No lenses damaged

28) Blinkers work

29) Headlights and hi-beams work

30) Hazard lights work

31) Fog lights work

32) Tail lights work

33) Reverse light works

34) Headlights free from excessive discoloration, water or other damage

Wheels

35) Rims or hubcaps not damaged, bent, cracked, or excessively discolored

Vehicle Interior

Air Bag/Safety Belts

36) Airbags intact, no codes, no airbag light on

37) All Safety belts operate properly

Audio and Alarm and Keyless entry

38) Radio and CD work

39) Keyless Entry works

40) Speakers in good condition-no crackling or blown speakers

41) Antenna

42) Alarm operates properly

Heat/Vent/AC/Defrost

43) Air conditioning blows cold

44) Heater blows hot

45) All vents work

46) Defroster works

47) Fan works on all speeds

48) Rear climate control works

49) Modes-airflow operates properly

Vehicle Interior Continued...

Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors, Sunroof

50) Door locks work

51) Door handles release mechanisms ok

52) All power windows work from all switches

53) Window lock switch operates

54) Power mirrors switch operates

55) Rear view mirror ok

56) Sunroof operational

Seats and steering wheel

57) Power or manual seats operate properly

58) Upholstery clean, not stained, torn, teared

59) Folding seats operate

60) Steering wheel free from excessive wear

61) Steering wheel telescope function working

Luggage Compartment

62) Carpet, trim not damaged

63) Jack, spare tire, tools available

Interior Trim, Carpet

64) No stains, burn holes, tears in carpet, headliner

65) All door trim, other trim flush-not broken

66) Glove box, center console, ashtray not broken and operate properly

Controls and Interior lights

67) Blinker handle

68) Headlight knob

69) Hi-beam

70) Dome Lights work

71) Windshield Wipers

72) Windshield wiper fluid function

73) Hazard button

74) Horn

75) Trunk release button

76) Fuel gauge release button

77) Hood release handle

78)Emergency brake pedal

Underhood

Fluids

79) Engine oil

80) Coolant

81) Brake fluid

82) Transmission fluid

83) Power steering fluid

84) Washer fluid

Engine

85) Check for fluid leaks

86) Hoses and lines-check for wear/leaks

87) Belts-check for wear, cracks, fraying, proper adjustment

88) Wiring ok

89) No water in oil

90) Timing Belt inspection

91) Engine mounts not broken

Cooling System

92) Radiator(check for leaks, damage)

93) Cooling fans, clutches, motors operate

94) Water pump free from leaks or unusual noise

95) Coolant recovery tank(level sensor works)

Fuel System

96) Fuel pump noise normal-no leaks

97) Air filter

98) Fuel filter

Electrical system

99) Starter operates

100) Battery, cables, terminals good condition-no corrosion or damage

101) Ignition system

102) Alternator output correct

Underbody

Frame

103) No visible damage

104) Fuel lines, fuel tank, hoses, and couplings not leaking

Exhaust system

105) Entire exhaust system(including catalytic converter) not damaged or leaking

Transmission, Transaxle, Differential, Transfer Case

106) Automatic transmission not damaged or leaking

107) Manual transmission/transaxle/drive axle/transfer case, not damaged or leaking

108) 4x4 operates properly

109) Transmission mounts-not cracked or broken or oil soaked

110) Differential/drive axles not damaged or leaking

Tires and Wheels

111) Tread life is good-no damage or excessive wear

112) Tire pressure correct

113) Wheels/finish free from damage-runs out normal

114) Wheel covers, center caps free from damage

Suspension and Steering

115) Rack and pinion, linkage, boots not visibly damaged or leaking

116) Control arms, ball joints, bushings not visibly damaged or leaking

117) Tie rods, idler arm operates normally

118) Struts, shocks, springs in good operational condition

119) Wheel alignment correct

120) Power steering pump and hoses

Brakes

121) Calipers, cylinders, master cylinder, booster operate normal and with no leaks

122) Pads, shoes in good condition

123) Rotors, drums in good condition

124) Parking brake operates properly

Diagnostics

125) No Dash lights such as

Check engine, airbag, abs, brake, maintenance, or other lights. Check computer for stored codes.

831 Cobb Pkwy North

Marietta, GA 30062

Inspection

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