thinksachi

I'm looking to purchase a Civic hybrid from a private owner. I need to have it inspected first. I called up a local Honda dealership and they said they are able to perform a regular state inspection and/or a 27 multi point inspection. I wasn't satisfied with the guy's answer as he seemed a bit new.

My question is if there is some sort of special inspection I should have the dealership perform when I bring it in to make sure it's a legit purchase? Should I be asking for something more specific? I did ask he had a method to inspect the life of the battery and he said yes.

Sorry; I'm new to hybrids so the purchase of one has me nervous and I like to be comprehensive.

I'm in Maryland if that matters

mac25

They're not that complicated especially for the 7th gen.

Any trust worthy auto shop should be able to inspect it.

-Google to find the highest rated shop around you, with the most feedback comments.
-phone them and ask to see if they have the ability to check the hybrid system along with the regular inspection.

-You're mainly looking for heavy wear mechanical parts
-brakes
-suspension components

-regular maintenance
-oil
-transmission fluid
-coolant
-power steering (if it is fluid driven)

-ECU codes

-Also check the carfax to see if it was in any crashes.