The Insider's 47-Point Used Car Checklist (PDF)

Stop Guessing What's Actually Wrong With That Car

Most used car checklists are the same recycled advice: "check the tires, take a test drive." This one isn't. It's the exact 47 points I checked every day on the dealership floor — plus the tricks I watched sellers use to hide problems, so you can spot them first.

What's Inside

• 47-point inspection checklist across 6 categories: exterior, engine bay, interior & electronics, suspension & undercarriage, test drive, and paperwork & history
• 6 "Insider Red Flag" warnings — real tricks sellers use to hide rust, leaks, and accident damage
• 3 negotiation scripts you can use word-for-word at the point of sale
• A vehicle history guide — exactly where and how to check a car's real past
• A buyer's decision worksheet for comparing multiple cars side by side
• A printable 1-page cheat sheet to keep in the glovebox

Why Trust This One

I'm Nejc — I spent years selling cars on dealership floors for Jaguar, Land Rover, Ford, Nissan, Renault, and Dacia before starting CarGeekTalk.com. I've seen inspection checklists from both sides of the desk. This is the one I'd hand a friend before they buy.

Details

• Format: PDF, instant digital download
• 12 pages, designed to print in black & white or read on your phone at the viewing
• Delivered automatically right after checkout
• For personal use — not for resale or redistribution

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a physical copy?
No — this is a digital PDF you download instantly after purchase. Print it yourself if you'd like a paper copy for the glovebox.

Does this work for any used car, any brand?
Yes. The checklist covers universal mechanical and paperwork red flags that apply regardless of make or model.

Is this only for private sales, or does it work at dealerships too?
Both. The negotiation scripts and red-flag warnings were written from real dealership-floor experience, so they apply directly to dealer purchases as well as private sales.

What if I'm buying a car outside the US?
The checklist itself is universal. The history-check section names US resources (like NHTSA) as examples, and points you to your own country's equivalent vehicle register.

I already downloaded it — can I get it again if I lose it?
Yes, just reach out and we'll resend your download link.