how to inspect car's bodywork and look for accident damage

April 11
42 mins

Episode Description

How to Inspect a Car’s Bodywork and Look for Accident Damage – Complete Used Car Buyer’s GuideIn this practical step-by-step episode, professional car inspector Klavs Simkus teaches you exactly how to check vehicle bodywork for signs of previous accidents, repairs, resprays, filler, and hidden damage. Learn professional techniques using a paint thickness gauge, visual inspection tips, and diagnostic methods that help you avoid costly mistakes when buying a used car.Key topics covered in this episode:• How to properly use a paint thickness gauge (including roof benchmark method)• Reading and understanding paint thickness results (normal factory paint vs. resprayed or repaired panels)• Spotting repaired panels, replaced parts, poor-quality accident repairs, and insurance-standard work• Checking pillars, seams, spot welds, boot areas, and structural points for corrosion or body filler• Common signs of front and rear shunts• Why some repairs are hard to detect with the naked eye• Bonus diagnostic scan tips for electrical faults and hybrid battery healthThis tutorial includes real-life inspection footage and practical examples, making it perfect for first-time used car buyers, Japanese import enthusiasts, or anyone wanting to save thousands on their next purchase.

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