A top mechanic has warned road users should avoid used cars with these issues (Image: Getty)
Leading car Scotty Kilmer has warned motorists should if they notice one of four issues with vehicles.
Basic problems such as a car that struggles to start, poor handling when on the roads and heating issues
They should all set alarm bells ringing, pushing buyers away from handing over their cash so quickly – and just following a few simple tips and money with most motorists in the UK buying second-hand models.
, Scotty set out three reasons to swerve a second hand car purchase.
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Motorists should be aware of issues before handing over money (Image: Getty)
He said: “Here’s some big warning signs if you’re buying a used car, if this happens, don’t buy it.
“If you drive down the road and it swerves to one side or the other all the time, don’t buy it, it could have been in a wreck.
“If the engine is cold and it cranks like mad but it doesn’t start, don’t buy it.
“If you’re driving down the road and the temperature gauge keeps going up, don’t buy it, it could be hundreds of different things, why chance it?”
Last year, a staggering 7.2million used cars were sold in the country, a 5.1% year-on-year increase.
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And Scotty added a final reason to avoid at all costs.
He said: “There’s plenty of cars out here that don’t overheat and realise most people have been driving a long time.
“You know if a car feels right, you take it on a road test, it doesn’t feel right, don’t buy it.”
Wheeler Dealers host Mike Brewer for any damage before finalising a price and handing over any money. Even small amounts of damage could give motorists leeway to haggle money off the final price they pay, even for second-hand models.
Mike previously said: “Look out for any damage on the car. If there is any damage or stuff that needs repairing, you can use that as a way to negotiate the price down.
“I do it all the time on Wheeler Dealers. That’s what I’m looking for, cars that have got faults so I can negotiate the price down.”