If you are looking at buying a used Nissan then there are one or two things you need to think about before parting with any cash. You are of course buying a well established name but there are different things to look out for in order to make sure you get a good deal.

Of course to begin with you need to really check out the paperwork that you get with it and be sure it is the real deal. It will also tell you various things about the history of the vehicle and you can also check out where people took it for things such as repairs.

Always look over the bodywork outside in real light and check it from every conceivable angle. Doing this is the only way you will be able to really spot alterations to either the bodywork or the paint as you will get a distorted view in fake light indoors.

You should take some time listening to the engine running but always do this whilst looking directly at it. Make sure it is revved up as this can let you pick up any misfires and always have a test drive before making your decision.

Check that the different engine numbers all match up with what is on the documents as this shall let you know if it is genuine or not. They should be flush against the plate and if there are any strange scratches then it may indicate they have been tampered with.

The final thing to consider when thinking about buying a used Nissan is to have somebody with you that knows about cars if you yourself are not too good on them. This can save you from spending a fortune on a bad example as they will be able to see possible problems you have missed that could then be expensive to repair.