The mechanic gave a thumbs up, but the most dangerous part remained: the title.
: Leo asked to see Joe’s ID and compared it to the name on the car's title. If they didn't match, or if there was an undisclosed lien (an unpaid loan), the deal was off. buying a secondhand car privately
: "Why are you selling, Joe?" Leo asked. Joe’s answer about downsizing felt honest, but Leo still verified the VIN on his phone to check for hidden accident records or salvage titles. The Test Drive: Feeling the Road The mechanic gave a thumbs up, but the
With Joe in the passenger seat, Leo took the hatch for a spin. The mechanic gave a thumbs up
: He turned off the radio to listen for any "funky sounds" or whistling from the turbo.