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* Pour water down the back corner of the hood to see if water leaks to to floor properly through the drain holes.
* Check the hood cutout microswitch in the boot and the light microswitch in the inbetween seats cubby
* Check the hood interior/exterior cover for holes where it may have got caught/pinched during open close.
* Ideally on a warmish day, check if the steering auto centers correctly.
* They rattle like crazy, but listen out for something not right.
* Check all the plastic under cowlings for cracks etc.
* Remove the front wheel cowlings and check the light housing is well, covered properly.
* Pour water down the windows and boot to see it if ends up in the car.
* While engine running, turn the wheels full lock and listen.
* Open and shut the roof and listen. It shouldn't sound like s childs rattle.
* Check all interior lights, exterior lights function engine on/engine off.
* Check for any mods... Wheels, suspension, fuel, engine, electrical etc.
* Check paintwork all over for dents, defects and internal rust.
* Check all the vents work
* Check the electric windows are smooth and quiet in operation.
* Check window glass for scratches.
* Check headlight housing for internal condensation/leaks
* Remove and replace petrol cap to see whether Engine Management Light goes on.
* Attach an OBD2 scanner and read codes.
* Check engine bay for leaks.
* Check condition of interior trim, ... Doors, seats even behind them, carpets, glove box and between seat cubby hole, window pilllar and window top trim for cracks and splits by looking under the sun visors.
* Heated seats work.... Winter is coming.
* Wheels rims and tyres.
* Take it down a bumpy (not pot holes) road...you should be able to find one easily.
* Check radio and speakers work and sound ok.
* Gear stick, handbrake, steering wheel operation and condition of leather
* Check front and rear bumpers are secured correctly... Clips are easily broken.
Enjoy
