CARFAX
CARFAX
A CARFAX report is designed to give you a complete history of a vehicle. The report will tell you all about past owners and the history of the title. You'll know exactly how many people owned the car, where the car was registered, and whether or not the vehicle was used for commercial purposes.
Millions of consumers rely on CARFAX Reports every day to help them decide whether or not to buy a used car. Each report contains information about whether the car in question has been in an accident, has any open recalls, previous owners, service history and much, much more.
How you review a Carfax report can make or break a deal. We will be reviewing how to read the Carfax report and learn presentation skills to make sure you are still keeping control of the conversation and providing highlights of the vehicle.
On the left hand side of the internet Carfax report there will be tabs of sections that can be reviewed. The most important highlight is the disclosure:
"This report provided free of charge by "Auto Boutique". The normal cost for a consumer to obtain this report is $39.99.
Reviewing the right hand side of the default selected tab "Vehicle History Report" you can quickly see if the vehicle has any accidents reported, the number of owners, if there is structural damage, what the vehicle was used for and as you continue to scroll down details of the vehicles service and accident history if reported.
Clicking straight over to the "Vehicle Highlights" tab will quickly provide you with details in a less detailed view. This can help you in those quick sale moments so you do not feel overwhelmed with all the details.
Warranty
The CARFAX Vehicle History Report provides an estimate of a vehicle's remaining warranty coverage based on information reported to us. It does not take into account some vehicle history events such as some title brands that may void the original manufacturer warranty or ownership transfers that may decrease warranty coverage. Please confirm remaining factory warranty and extended warranty options with the vehicle manufacturer.
Powertrain/Drivetrain Warranty
This covers the engine, transmission, differential and other mechanical parts of the vehicle. Most manufacturers provide a longer coverage period for powertrain warranties than they do with bumper to bumper. Some, such as Hyundai and Kia provide up to 10 years/100,000 miles of coverage.
Emissions warranty: This coverage comes in two parts, the Emissions Performance Warranty and the Emissions Defect Warranty, both of which are regulated by the federal government. The coverage protects all emissions-related components to ensure that the vehicle’s emission output is within federal limits. California has its own set of emissions guidelines, which automakers also include in their factory warranty coverage.
Corrosion warranty: Also called an anti-rust or anti-perforation warranty, this coverage protects rusted-through body sheet metal panels. It typically does not cover perforation caused by environmental damage, like acid rain.
Roadside assistance: Your roadside assistance program usually covers services like towing, winching, battery jump-starts, lockout services, emergency fuel deliveries and flat tire changes.
SRS warranty: This warranty applies to the vehicle’s seat belts, air bags and other related safety components.