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Used Car Test Drive Checklist

The test drive is where many buyers finally hear noises and feel steering pull that a static walk-around missed. This used car test drive checklist stays short: drive behavior, a few under-hood reminders, and cabin controls worth clicking before you merge onto the highway.

Print at 100% with scaling off. Use the controls below to add blank rows or keep only the test-drive section.

Pair it with the full inspection checklist when you want documents and exterior panels on the same print job.

Planning aid only — inspect professionally when unsure.

Used Car ChecklistTest driveStarts easily when coldBrakes straight and quietSteering centered on highwayNo pulling or vibrationTransmission shifts smoothlyCruise control and wipers checkedEngine and under the hoodOil level and color on dipstickCoolant level in reservoirNo obvious leaks under the carBattery terminals clean and tightBelts and hoses look intactCheck engine light off at idleInterior and electronicsSeats, carpets, and headliner conditionMusty or smoke odor notedHeat and air conditioning blowWindows and locks operateInfotainment and backup camera workOdometer matches paperworkThe Handy Pages · thehandypages.com
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