"Provided we don't get interrupted by the coming of the Messiah..." Lol. Wasn't expecting that one.
@spelunkerd11 жыл бұрын
That's a good point about wanting older oil on the dipstick. You also make a good point about the VIN. Most vehicles will have more than one VIN in different spots, and I try to find at least two, to be sure the numbers are consistent.
@raymondsmith63153 жыл бұрын
The early years of Schrodinger's Box. Glorious 480p and that aspect ratio....This guy has come a long way.
@SchrodingersBox3 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha. This video is embarrassing as hell for me lol!!! Yeah I had a rough start for sure but it still brought it over 1000 subs a month, amazingly.
@labradormcgraw3 жыл бұрын
I saw a reply to a viewer's comment about your being embarrassed by this video. I'm not sure why - there are some very valuable tips here. I'm sure this series has saved many buyers a lot of money over the years. I guess the lack of HD and HQ sound make this video look somewhat dated in comparison to your newer work, but it still has its virtues. (Although, I must admit that I'm very suspicious about what kind of hair-day is being concealed under that hat - lol.)
@SchrodingersBox3 жыл бұрын
hahaha this video is probably my second or third video ever. I probably had 13 subs when this was released lol
@mattfrizzell72438 жыл бұрын
Initially check engine for heat. Hot engine can mean the car has starting problems and seller is trying to hide the fact Confirm all body panels line up Paint chipping Tire tread Rust Open all doors confirm smoothness Confirm Vin # on label, door, and title Check wheel boots Tire pressure and tread (penny test) Leaks under car, holes in exhaust Windshield - cracks, starburst Wiper blades Spare tire present Leaks in interior/weather stripping Gas cap is tight Bounce test shocks - 1 bounce, no continual bouncing when pressed on hood and trunk Check all exterior (blinkers, brakes, etc.) and interior lights, horn Exhaust pipe when car is started (excess smoke, sounds for hole in exhaust) Check oil level (dark oil shows the seller is not hiding anything with fresh oil - leaks) Transmission fluid - check engine off and on, smell fluid for burnt smell, white paper color test for what fluid is leaking (underneath car with engine on and off) Check air filter - should match oil in newness, smell for fuel signifying engine problem Brake fluid level Coolant level Drive belts - 90 degree turn test, no cracks in ribs of belt Ask about timing belt change and request receipts (sticker on cover of timing belt shows time and change Battery wires and connectors for excess wear, frays Oil cap - sludge or milky oil shows damage, glittery or silver colored shows metal flaking in oil reservoir Interior: use personal key - try to start the car. Possible theft if car starts with any other key Turn car ‘on’ before starting, confirm check engine, SRS, and oil lights are all working, lights should turn off when started Start car, check air conditioning, power windows, horn, blinkers, seat belts Check radiator hose for stiffness Listen for knocking or ticking while engine is running Watch temperature gauge while car is running, Any wetness in car flooring Check glove box for repair documents When car is warm, oil cap, feel for blow by, no smoke should come out of oil, can use dipstick hole to minimize oil splash back Test drive: check fuel, check brake for firmness - should not be spongy or go to floor Put car in reverse - check for hard shift, Emergency brake check - pull E brake and attempt to drive Check brakes at min speed, check steering to full rotation, 20-25 mph hard stop to see if alignment, pulling to one side, Veering or drifting while driving from alignment or tire pressure, make several type turns listening for clicking/ticking wheel bearing noise Highway drive - engine heat, oil light check, run AC, heating is working, drive 5 minutes highway speed, 2 drive cycles - stop car after driving, turn off, wait, start and drive again checking all engine lights. Park car leave running and repeat all previous engine running checks
@VintageCars9998 жыл бұрын
You should also check the oil reservoir cap. You can usually get an idea on whether it has been maintained.
@SchrodingersBox8 жыл бұрын
+Whispered X By looking for what?
@VintageCars9998 жыл бұрын
Schrodingers Box if the oil looks crusted up or if it looks like sludge chances are it hasn't been well maintained, sometimes you can also see coolant or milky oil up there. I did see in the second part that you did take the oil cap off :).
@mikelitoris8438 жыл бұрын
This video was very helpful in helping my left ear find a reliable car.
@SchrodingersBox8 жыл бұрын
+Mike Litoris Lol- oh how I regret not getting HD when I first started lol
@blackwell138411 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video. Thanks. i check the engine dipstick first. I have looked at cars on a dealers lot with no oil in the crankcase. Just walk away, waste no more time.
@Spaethon9 жыл бұрын
Dude you ROCK! You don't happen to live in the Tampa Bay area do you? I'd love to have you inspect any car I consider buying (which is up to 3 this weekend ;) Thanks for the video and take care.
@SchrodingersBox9 жыл бұрын
+Spaethon Thanks but I live in denver
@grimskull4167 жыл бұрын
What a coincidence.. I watched this video, for the first time, 4 years later on an Easter weekend too lol.
@mastertry19357 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir.. I am about to purchase 98 honda civic and I will try my best to inspect the car like you did.
@JAArcher07153 жыл бұрын
You’re 100% different than what you were back then. I have gotten a lot of help, saved myself and others a lot of money. So thank you. Do you happen to have a copy of your used car report and or checklist I can have access to. And i wish there was a way on your paid channel to search for videos easier and a way to make our own playlist on it.
@SchrodingersBox3 жыл бұрын
thanks man. this is one of my first videos- I no longer have the checklist, sorry. As for the pay channel - I recently did a upgrade which will improve searchability however I need to add keywords to the videos and I am in the process of doing that. over time the search will improve.
@ThaSatelliteGuy7 жыл бұрын
Most people don't realize that custom-anything on a car almost always lowers the value of the car, not the other way. The more customization that has been done, the fewer buyers there are out there for the vehicle. For instance, most people don't want custom wheels on a Malibu or Camry.... Of course this doesn't apply to vintage or collector's type cars, I'm talking average, daily drivers...
@bobbrawley44669 жыл бұрын
I had a 8 yr. old ford van with an auto tranny that didn't leak and staid over full for thousands of miles. At least an inch to high on the stick . That was 35 years ago. Now I have a Isuzu npr with auto tranny and the trans oil is way over the full mark like two inches. I have not driven it much , 200 miles maybe , Are transmissions overfilled by the the previous owner to mask something? Does over filling the transmission cure something, meaning if it is overfilled and I drain it to the correct mark would I get a pretty quick failure of the transmission
@smilesmile7879 жыл бұрын
dude i wanna have all my inspections and services at your place, but im not in denver.
@fainter09 жыл бұрын
super helpful & funny Easter joke!
@geojor9 жыл бұрын
valuable to a lot of buyers...
@jamram78252 жыл бұрын
Compression test, and inspecting spark plugs tell u alot of the engine
@goddesseddog9 жыл бұрын
Hi, I just looked at a car (very well-maintained Lexus LS430 with 100k miles). The ATF is supposed to have been changed at every other service. The fluid is very fresh; however, there's quite some grey / silver matter on the dipstick. It came back after I wiped and dipped and pulled again. Do you consider this 'normal' wear or 'excessive' wear? I walked away for fear it's the latter.
@SchrodingersBox9 жыл бұрын
goddesseddog I would say you probably did the right thing!
@goddesseddog9 жыл бұрын
thanks. Your video is really helpful!
@jasonzheng31047 жыл бұрын
very use,thank you
@linuxxxunil10 жыл бұрын
missing a wheel nut @ 7:21
@SchrodingersBox10 жыл бұрын
Ha fantastic eye man! yes I did notice that at the time and replaced it from my collection of used wheel nuts. Sounds like you would be pretty good at inspections with that attention to detail
@vizualizeit0810 жыл бұрын
Great channel however your audio is scratchy and overmodulated.
@tousshong94387 жыл бұрын
My engine is warm because I just went and got myself fresh donuts. LOL People can make up thousand of excuses.
@SchrodingersBox7 жыл бұрын
Oh come on man It is so simple. You walk up and ask "when was last time car was driven". If they say last night and the engine is warm you know there is a suspicious problem. Come on man this ain't rocket science.
@freshyourmindifyouunhappy49238 жыл бұрын
Very fine
@1975toroloco10 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy, are you looking to do a fair deal or to ripp the seller off?
@SchrodingersBox10 жыл бұрын
Um, aren't they the same thing?
@mediaguy40376 жыл бұрын
99% of the cars I look at are total junk and never the way the seller says. People are scum and have no problem ripping off their fellow man.
@phillipcanada75306 жыл бұрын
Do you still have this checklist? If you do, can you send me a copy of it?
@SchrodingersBox6 жыл бұрын
I sure do!! PM me with your email address and I'll be happy to send it!
@JosueGarciarace9 жыл бұрын
Do you think i can get a pdf to your checklist?
@SchrodingersBox9 жыл бұрын
Yes I have a few checklists- send me a private message with your email and I will respond with them.
@JosueGarciarace9 жыл бұрын
Schrodingers Box it's ok man i'm going to look at the car now its a 93 miata with 71k miles for 3.000
@MdAbdulMontaquim9 жыл бұрын
Schrodingers Box Hello, can you also send me the check list? Thanks in Advance. My email montaquim72@yahoo.com
@SchrodingersBox9 жыл бұрын
Md Abdul Montaquim sent
@Ankush2769 жыл бұрын
Schrodingers Box Can you send me the list to brownie89@gmail.com please?
@name92875 жыл бұрын
How to get you PM to get copy of pdf?
@SchrodingersBox5 жыл бұрын
click on my name to get to home page and choose “about” and you will find my email.
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@SchrodingersBox8 жыл бұрын
Never heard of that in my life but in my experience, anything that simultaneously promises progress without effort is highly suspect.
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