Loftin's Automotive Service
3907 South New Hope Road, Gastonia, NC 28056 704.824.7671

5 Tips for Buying Used in Gastonia

Last Updated: May 04, 2021

Here are 5 tips from Loftin's Automotive Service for used car buyers:

1. Ask for service records. Most owners who document regular maintenance service take care of their vehicle.

2. Inspect the vehicle thoroughly. Check for uneven tire wear, alignment, suspension issues, strange sounds and funky odors.

3. If everything checks out up to this point, take it to Loftin's Automotive Service for a thorough used car inspection. Your friendly and knowledgeable service advisor at Loftin's Automotive Service can give you a heads up on any pressing issues or emerging problems that will need to be addressed eventually. If the seller won't let you do this before you buy, move on.

4. Buy a CarFax report. This will show any major accidents and title status concerns including whether it is a salvaged vehicle. You don't want a car that was underwater for a week after Hurricane Sandy.

5. After you buy, stay on top of regular maintenance (and save the records). Loftin's Automotive Service will help keep your car running well and you will enjoy not having a car payment.

As always, give us a call if you have any specific questions.

Loftin's Automotive Service
3907 South New Hope Road
Gastonia, NC 28056
704.824.7671

At Loftin's Automotive Service we install quality NAPA replacement parts.