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The act of purchasing a preowned vehicle has its own unique set of challenges. Many of those challenges are primarily based on region of the country you are purchasing the car from. Each state has its own unique set of regulations, climate conditions, and market dynamics that can affect your car buying experience. When buying a car from the state of Oklahoma it is vital to take under account all the regional, environmental and legal risks in order to avoid potential costly problems.
Adverse weather conditions and other environmental factors are a major contributor to a significant number of vehicle insurance claims in the state of Oklahoma. According to some sources, storm and weather-related damage accounts for over 30% of car insurance claims in the state. Oklahoma is part of the "Tornado Alley" and is plagued with frequent and severe tornadoes and thunderstorms. Wind and hail related damage are fairly common occurrences that cause a lot of property damage to homes and vehicles across the states. In addition, to cold and stormy winters Oklahoma is also known for hot summers. The extreme temperature fluctuations may cause premature metal corrosion as well as putting a serious strain on various components in the vehicle's electrical system, cooling system and battery.
Needless to say, a lot of vehicles with a history of prior storm damage will eventually make their way into the used car market. Oklahoma vehicle sale listings are full of vehicles with declared as well as undeclared damage. The problem is further exacerbated by the fact that a lot of these condition issues may be hard to spot by an untrained eye. Anything from a minor fender bender to extensive water damage can be hidden under a fresh coat of shiny paint.
Oklahoma does not require emissions testing for most vehicles, but it is important to ensure the car meets the state's environmental standards. Some counties, such as Oklahoma County, may have specific requirements effecting certain vehicles. Contact your local Oklahoma DMV to get more information.
There are 2 things you can do in order to protect yourself from buying a vehicle with existing legal or condition issues that may affect its long term reliability, safety and value.
One of the most invaluable tools in the car buyers tool chest has got to be a professional PPI (Pre-Purchase Inspection). Having the vehicle professionally inspected by a trusted auto technician may help uncover vital information about the vehicles current condition and value. The inspector may identify issues not clearly visible to the untrained eye. A PPI can uncover past body and structural repairs, paint and bodywork, it may even gauge the damage severity as well as the quality of the repair. This inspection will also provide a breakdown of the condition of various vehicle systems such as brakes, tires, cooling system and more... Ordering a professional PPI service may end up saving you from making a very costly mistake and is well worth the money.
You can run a full VHR (Vehicle History Report) on any vehicle registered in the state of Oklahoma or any other US state. The report can provide a vast amount of information from its factory specs and options to detailed historical data. This historical title and vehicle data can identify past events such as accidents, total loss claims, weather related damage and much more. In many cases VHR will also be able to identify potential legal issues like liens, title brands, lemon claims and more... A VHR may provide you with a detailed insight into the vehicle's potential condition, safety and value.
The only thing required to generate your unique VHR is a valid vehicle VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). You can locate your 17-character VIN number on multiple places permanently imprinted on the vehicle chasses. The most common location where the VIN can be found are on the driver's side interior dash panel and inside the driver's side door jamb. It can also be found on the car's title document, registration and insurance.
The vehicle VIN acts as the vehicle's serial number and it is the only thing needed to generate your VHR containing all of the valuable data that may help you in the car buying process.
Knowing the unique issues affecting vehicles in the state of Oklahoma you are better able to understand the potential risks and steer clear of used car buying pitfalls.
Growing Population
with over 4 million people currently living in OK
3 million+
registered vehicle in OK
1 in 5 cars for sale in OK
has had a previous accident
3 million+
vehicles sold in OK annually
Conducting a simple VIN check before purchasing a vehicle is a crucial move that may help you avoid potential problems and future expenses. Taking this step may give you the opportunity to:
In today's market, transparency is everything. By checking the VIN, you equip yourself with the knowledge to make an informed choice, safeguarding your investment and ensuring you drive away with confidence.
