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Buying-A-Car
Buying-A-Car  is a video that takes the viewer step-by-step through all aspects of inspecting a second-hand car prior to purchase.
The video has been compiled by highly-qualified motor mechanic, Darren Gow-Brown, who has more than 20 years experience. He has worked for one of the major roadside service providers in Victoria, and has attended tens of thousands of service calls identifying all range of car problems.
It covers inside the vehicle, under the vehicle, outside the vehicle and under the bonnet. There are also tips on the best way to road test a car, and information about how to check if finance is owing on a vehicle - with current information for all states in Australia.
Buying-A-Car is a dual-purpose video. It will show you clearly all the areas to check before buying a car, and also provides a guide to performing a monthly check on your vehicle’s condition to keep it roadworthy.

Darren Gow-Brown is also author of the very successful CD Rom Basic Car Maintenance 2000 as well as Virtualmechanic com.au – an interactive website dedicated to any person with automotive-related questions.

The video will cover the following areas
Under Bonnet

This is an example of the items covered when inspecting under the bonnet
  • Under the bonnet
  • 1,  Check around the guard bolts for repair signs
  • 2,  Check for ripples at the fire wall
  • 3,  Check for ripples behind the Headlamps
  • 4,  Check the engine oil level & condition
  • 5,  Check the battery if secure
  • 6,  Check the coolant colour
  • 7,  Check the radiator core & hoses
  • 8,  Check the Brake fluid
  • 9,  If possible check around the air cleaner element for oil
  • 10, Under the bonnet lid for oil build up
  • 11, Write down  chassis No / Vin No  ______________
  • 12, Compliance Plate                            ______________
  • 13, Write down  engine No                  ______________
  • 14, Write down  rego No                     ______________


Under Vehicle
Inside
Outside
Roadtest
Video Duration 39:00 Minutes

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