Expat Auto Certified Pre-owned Vehicles Inspection
Before we make our certified cars available for sale, we do an extensive inspection and make all necessary repairs. Our inspection includes:
Little MechanicTest Drive & Visual Inspection on a Mechanic’s Lift of the following:
Engine (cylinder compression check on gasoline engines over 70k km, timing belt, leaks from freezeplugs, gaskets and sea
ls, etc)
Drive Train (transmission operation, drive shaft seals, universal joints or cv-joints, wheel bearings, etc)
Steering Components (steering rack, tie rod ends, alignment, etc.) Suspension (shocks, ball joints, leaf springs bushings, control arm bushings, etc)
Brakes & Tires (discs and drums, pads, tire wear, etc)
Electrical Components (battery, alternator, spark plugs, wiring, etc)
Lights & Accessories
Cooling System (radiator, hoses, water pump, fans, etc)
A/C (temperature, thermostat, controls, etc)
Exhaust System (mufflers and pipes)
Paint, Body, and Interior condition
Check all fluid levels and quality (motor oil, transmission/gear oils, brakes, power steering, radiator coolant, battery, etc.) Guarantee
Our certified cars come with a guarantee that covers the cost of parts and labor as follows:
1 Month Full (bumper-to-bumper)
Engine
Fuel System
Cooling System
Drive Train
Steering
Suspension
Brakes
Exhaust System
A/C
Electrical
Exceptions: we cannot be responsible for scratches, dents, general wear and tear (i.e. tires, upholstery, etc), windshield damage, or abuse. Plus and addition 3 months Limited
Covers the internal engine components & Drive Train (transmission, drive shafts). Extended
We also offer an extended warranty which extends the Engine and Drive Train warranty an additional 90 days. The cost of this additional coverage is 10,000 THB.
* In the event that a manufacturer’s warranty is still valid, the repairs will be made at the manufacture’s expense.
* Warranty claims must be accompanied by proof of regular service records (ie. regular oil changes 5-7,000 km. intervals, ) to be valid.
* We reserve the right to perform any needed repairs at the service facility of our choice. We will not be responsible for unauthorized repairs.
* Any further assistance you may need after the warranty period can be arranged at a competitive price. Paperwork and Fees
We take care of all necessary documentation. There are no extra charges of any sort when you buy a car that is at our office. The price of the vehicle includes all road tax, inspection/ transfer fees, and compulsory government insurance. Learn more about the paperwork and fees involved for buying a car. Frequently Asked Questions
Sales:
Q: If I want to hold a car, what do you require? A: We require a 10,000 THB non-refundable deposit that will hold the car for up to 5 days. Q: What advanced preparations should I make before I come to you to buy? A: If you don’t have cash in the country it usually takes 3-5 days to do an international transfer. Q: Do you accept credit cards? A: We do not currently accept credit cards. Cash payments are prefered. Bank transfer can be disccussed if absolutely neseccary (please note that our bank may take out 0.25% of the transfer amount. The buyer is responsible to make up the difference)
Q: Is it possible to have an extended test of a car before I buy? How does this work and what is the rental rate? A: If it is one of our own cars we can let you test it for up to 24 hours for 1,000 THB per day. Sorry we cannot offer this on consignment cars, but a normal test drive is welcome! Q: If I buy a car from you, do you offer repair services after the warranty period? We are your one- stop shop! If we can't take care of we will find someone who can!
