BUYERS GUIDE
DEALER STOCK NUMBER (Optional)
WARRANTIES FOR THIS VEHICLE:
AS IS - NO WARRANTY
WARRANTY
IMPORTANT: Spoken promises are difficult to enforce. Ask the dealer to put all promises in
writing. Keep this form.
VEHICLE MAKE MODEL YEAR VIN NUMBER
YOU WILL PAY ALL COSTS FOR ANY REPAIRS. The dealer assumes no responsibility for any
repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.
FULL
LIMITED WARRANTY. The dealer will pay ____% of the labor and ____% of the
parts for the coveredsystems that fail during the warranty period. Ask the
dealer for a copy of the warranty document for a full explanation of warranty
coverage, exclusions, and the dealer’s repair obligations. Under state law,
“implied warranties” may give you even more rights.
SYSTEMS COVERED: DURATION:
SERVICE CONTRACT. A service contract is available at an extra charge on this vehicle.
Ask for details as to coverage, deductible, price, and exclusions. If you buy a service
contract within 90 days of the time of sale, state law “implied warranties” may give you addi-
tional rights.
PRE PURCHASE INSPECTION: ASK THE DEALER IF YOU MAY HAVE THIS VEHICLE
INSPECTED BY YOUR MECHANIC EITHER ON OR OFF THE LOT.
SEE THE BACK OF THIS FORM for important additional information, including a list of some
major defects that may occur in used motor vehicles.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES ONLY
BUYERS GUIDE
DEALER STOCK NUMBER (Optional)
WARRANTIES FOR THIS VEHICLE:
IMPORTANT: Spoken promises are difficult to enforce. Ask the dealer to put all promises in
writing. Keep this form.
VEHICLE MAKE MODEL YEAR VIN NUMBER
WARRANTY
FULL
LIMITED WARRANTY. The dealer will pay ____% of the labor and ____% of the
parts for the coveredsystems that fail during the warranty period. Ask the
dealer for a copy of the warranty document for a full explanation of warranty
coverage, exclusions, and the dealer’s repair obligations. Under state law,
“implied warranties” may give you even more rights.
SYSTEMS COVERED: DURATION:
SERVICE CONTRACT. A service contract is available at an extra charge on this vehicle.
Ask for details as to coverage, deductible, price, and exclusions. If you buy a service
contract within 90 days of the time of sale, state law “implied warranties” may give you addi-
tional rights.
PRE PURCHASE INSPECTION: ASK THE DEALER IF YOU MAY HAVE THIS VEHICLE
INSPECTED BY YOUR MECHANIC EITHER ON OR OFF THE LOT.
SEE THE BACK OF THIS FORM for important additional information, including a list of some
major defects that may occur in used motor vehicles.
This means that the dealer does not make any specific promises to fix things that need repair
when you buy the vehicle or after the time of sale. But, state law “implied warranties” may
give you some rights to have the dealer take care of serious problems that were not apparent
when you bought the vehicle.
Below is a list of some major defects that may occur in used motor vehicles.
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IMPORTANT: The information on this form is part of any contract to buy this vehicle.
Removal of this label before consumer purchase (except for purpose of test-driving) is a viola-
tion of federal law (16 C.F.R. 455).
Frame & Body
Frame-cracks, corrective welds, or rusted through
Dog tracks—bent or twisted frame
Engine
Oil leakage, excluding normal seepage
Cracked block or head
Belts missing or inoperable
Knocks or misses related to camshaft lifters and push rods
Abnormal exhaust discharge
Transmission & Drive Shaft
Improper fluid level or leakage, excluding normal seepage
Cracked or damaged case which is visible
Abnormal noise or vibration caused by faulty transmission or drive
shaft
Improper shifting or functioning in any gear
Manual clutch slips or chatters
Differential
Improper fluid level or leakage excluding normal seepage
Cracked of damaged housing which is visible
Abnormal noise or vibration caused by faulty differential
Cooling System
Leakage including radiator
Improperly functioning water pump
Electrical System
Battery leakage
Improperly functioning alternator, generator, battery, or starter
Fue
l System
Visible leakage
Inoperable Accessories
Gauges or warning devices
Air conditioner
Heater & Defroster
Brake System
Failure warning light broken
Pedal not firm under pressure (DOT spec.)
Not enough pedal reserve (DOT spec.)
Does not stop vehicle in straight line (DOT spec.)
Hoses damaged
Drum or rotor too thin (Mfgr. Specs)
Lining or pad thickness less than 1/32 inch
Power unit not operating or leaking
Structural or mechanical parts damaged
Steering System
Too much free play at steering wheel (DOT specs.)
Free play in linkage more than 1/4 inch
Steering gear binds or jams
Front wheels aligned improperly (DOT specs.)
Power unit belts cracked or slipping
Power unit fluid level improper
Suspension System
Ball joint seals damaged
Structural parts bent or damaged
Stabilizer bar disconnected
Spring broken
Shock absorber mounting loose
Rubber bushings damaged or missing
Radius rod damaged or missing
Shock absorber leaking or functioning improperly
Tires
Tread depth less than 2/32 inch
Sizes mismatched
Visible damage
Wheels
Visible cracks, damage or repairs
Mounting bolts loose or missing
Exhaust System
Leakage
