🔎Use online platforms like Facebook Marketplace for car shopping
📚Check for a clean title, maintenance records, and vehicle-specific buyer's guides
🚗Inspect the exterior, interior, and engine bay before purchasing
💰Stack up bargaining chips to negotiate a better price
🚘Take the car for a test drive, checking for grinding or unusual noises
Where is the best place to find a project car?
—Online platforms like Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist are good options.
What should I check when inspecting a project car?
—Inspect the exterior, interior, engine bay, and take it for a test drive.
What should I ask the seller when inquiring about a project car?
—Ask about the title, maintenance records, and vehicle-specific buyer's guides.
How do I negotiate the price of a project car?
—Stack up bargaining chips by identifying any issues or repairs needed.
What should I look for during a test drive?
—Check for grinding or unusual noises, smooth gear shifting, and proper clutch engagement.
00:00Introduction to the process of buying a project car
03:00Criteria for a good first project car and platforms for car shopping
07:30Inspecting the exterior, interior, and engine bay of a project car
09:45Tips for negotiating the price of a project car
12:00Taking the project car for a test drive and checking for any issues
