Motor world, as in other areas of life, is Full of deception and negative streams on sale other -cars. In recent months, new fraud techniques that have warned experts and especially used vehicles have become fashionable.
According to the study she conducted CarfaxThe private history of vehicles in Spain and Europe has increased as long as Three types of deception Different in relation to another market market: sale of stolen cars, with manipulated and/or poor flood state.
What are new scam techniques?
1.- account truck
First of all, we will talk about vehicles with another who have trucks. What is this technique for? Well, under normal conditions, cars with less miles are easier to sell because allegedly, because They have less wear.
However, to identify this fraud will only be enough with Insert the inner pieces in detail Authorize the car wear of the steering wheel, seats, handbrake or internal buttons, among other elements. On the other hand, it is also advisable to request documentation of the vehicle to check the correct number of miles on the ITV technical card and compare them with those of the account.
2.- sale of stolen cars
The second most common scam that has happened throughout history and is currently blooming Sale of stolen cars. Initially, after observing the documentation, which seems to be fully legal and valid, buyers obtain the vehicle of these characteristics.
However, the surprise comes when in routine control of power they tell you that your new and brand new car It’s stolen. What is the solution for this type of degree? Well, it is most advisable to request a report in the first time Director -General for Transport To check that everything is correct.
3.- sale of flooded vehicles
We will finally talk about the last scams that have become fashionable in the motor world: The sale of flooded cars. The fraudsters buy these cars for a funny amount and place them on the market after they are repaired, so that some buyer falls into a trap.
How can we avoid deception? There are different forms: The first is to see exactly the difference in tones in the upholstery. The smell of moisture or the presence of oxide is also a possible sign that the car has suffered a flood. On the other hand, dirt or sand inserted in the deepest corners of the vehicle, such as seats, under the carpets, the interior corners of the door, trunk or gloves, among other things I can eat.