Used cars can be an attractive option for consumers on a tight budget. But in the meantime, don’t let buying a used car harm you in the future. Here are some tips for consumers who want to apply for a used car.
“The first step should be to focus on the condition of the car, not rely on the mileage. A car with a low mileage but not properly maintained will be more prone to problems than a high mileage but well looked after, ”Otospector founder and CEO Jeffrey Andika said in an official statement.
Also, after you have made a transaction and your favorite car is in hand, you should immediately have the service done and at least change the oil. Especially when we don’t know track record from the previous owner. This is a preventative thing that can be done.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Scroll to resume content
Also, try to do driving test before buying. Driving test it not only serves to guarantee the condition of the car, but can be optimized to feel if the car is suitable for your character and needs, both from the ergonomic side and from the characteristics.
The last step, make sure you buy a used car with a warranty. This is to avoid unexpected repair costs at a later time, so that a used car warranty can give you a sense of security and peace of mind.
Used car market 2022
The development of the auto industry, especially the used car market segment in the country, began to improve in 2022, in line with the improvement in the situation of the COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia. This recovering economy is impacting consumer demand for used cars, which has also started to rise.
Jeffrey added that the potential of the used car market is still very large. Indonesia currently has a segment of ‘wannabe middle class‘or’ towards the middle class’ about 44% of the total population of about 270 million in Indonesia.
“When there is a rise in the middle class, there is usually a transition of modes of transport from motorcycles to cars. Most Indonesians start this class rise by purchasing a used car,” said Jeffrey.
On this basis, Otospector, which is a pioneer in used car inspection and warranty service platform in Indonesia, collaborates with the Jakarta Automotive Exchange (BOJ) and Anugerah Motor Garage (AMG) showroom as Otospector’s partner dealer, providing education to consumers on the importance of choosing a guaranteed used car.
“The reason is that we never know what the history of using a previous owner’s used car is. Although the details have been checked before purchase, there are many internal engine components that cannot be disassembled during the ‘inspection, ”added Jeffrey.
In its first year, Otospector only offered one service which was the used car inspection. Along with business development and consumer demand, used car warranty services were finally offered in 2018.
There are currently 4 Otospector warranty programs:
1. Silver Warranty Package – 30 day warranty package
2. Gold Warranty Package – 90 day warranty package
3. Gold Plus Warranty Package – 1 year warranty package
4. Platinum Warranty Package – 1 year warranty package
The warranty package guarantees the repair of the car’s engine and transmission. The longer the warranty, the more complete the warranted components. 1 month warranty with a total claim of Rp 5 million, while the warranty does not last for 1 year, the total claim reaches Rp 50 million.
Watch videos”4 things that are often the cause of unstable car electric current!“
[Gambas:Video 20detik]
(lua / lesimo)
