From RX-7 to Elise: Lessons in Pre-Owned Car Buying w/Michael Chang

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Summary

In this "In the Garage" podcast episode, guest Michael Chang discusses the common mistakes people make when buying a used car and how to avoid them. Michael, drawing from his personal experiences with cars like the RX-7 and Lotus Elise, shares valuable tips for first-time car buyers and enthusiasts. The conversation includes how to conduct thorough research before purchasing, to specific checks like compression tests, inspecting oil caps for milky residue (indicating a blown head gasket), and assessing the paint thickness to identify repainting and repairs. Michael emphasizes the importance of not getting carried away by a seemingly great deal and doing proper due diligence to avoid costly mistakes.

Episode Highlights

Common mistakes in buying a used car.
Importance of a compression test and other pre-purchase checks.
Looking for signs of a blown head gasket.
Checking paint thickness to identify repairs and repainting.
The impact of track miles on a car’s condition.
The risk of ignoring minor issues.
The significance of service records and Carfax reports.
Inspecting for signs of flooding and other hidden damages.
Assessing wear and tear to estimate mileage accurately.
The concept of a comprehensive checklist for car buying.

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