Preparation Standards
At West Motors, we only sell cars that we would be happy to buy ourselves. Which is why, before going on sale, each and every one of our cars is subject to a thorough inspection. This process ensures that there are no issues with the vehicle when you drive away.
We leave no stone unturned in our pursuit of the best quality used cars possible. For your peace of mind, we have listed below all the checks our highly trained team makes on our cars. These checks are designed to give you confidence in your new car, meaning you can drive home happy and enjoy many more years of motoring.
Enjoy used cars the West Motors way - that’s quality assured with every car.
| Body Exterior | Engine Compartment | Fuel System |
| Glass | Coolant level | Fuel tank |
| Door locks/operation | Coolant leaks | Fuel tank fixings |
| Fuel filler cover/petrol cap | Antifreeze | Fuel lines |
| General bodywork condition | Radiator & cap | Breather pipes |
| Corrosion | Hoses & pipes | Evidence of leaks |
| Wheels & Tyres | Drive belts | Suspension, Underframe & Steering |
| Front right tyre | Water pump | Engine underside leaks |
| Front left tyre | Power steering fluid level | Steering joints & ball joints |
| Rear left tyre | Clutch fluid level | Steering rack |
| Rear right tyre | Brake fluid level | Chassis members |
| Spare tyre | Engine oil level | Power steering |
| Interior & Luggage Compartment | External engine leaks | Wheels, hubs & bearings |
| Seat mechanism | Engine mounts | Springs & suspension unit |
| Seat belts | Turbo/supercharger | Pipes & hoses |
| Internal mirrors | Fuel pump & pipes | Dampers & bushes |
| Boot/tailgate lock | Accelerator linkage | Gaiters |
| Electrical Controls | Cold starting | Sub frames & mountings |
| Ignition lock/starting system | Fast idle when engine cold | Suspension arms, mountings & fixings |
| Battery charging system | Noise level when engine cold | Tie bars & anti-roll bars |
| Headlights | Excess fumes/smoke | Anti roll-bar |
| Side lights/running lights | Clutch & Transmission | Evidence of floor/chassis corrosion |
| Rear lights & number plate illumination | Fluid/oil leaks | Bumper stops & gaiters |
| Brake lights | Cables/adjustment | Road Test |
| Indicator & hazard lights | Hydraulic system | Engine - performance |
| Reverse & fog lights | Linkages (check for signs of wear) | Engine - noise |
| Auxiliary lights | Casings | Engine - excessive fumes or smoke |
| Panel lights/dashboard illumination | Mountings | Evidence of overheating |
| Switches & controls | Drive shaft assemblies | Gearbox operation & noise level |
| Instrument/controls function | Universal & sliding joints | Final drive operation & noise level |
| Horn | Clutch backlash | Clutch operation |
| Windows & sunroof operation | Rubber gaiters | Cooling fan operation |
| Wipers & jet washers | Propshaft(s) | Instruments & controls functioning |
| Brakes | Bearings & supports | General steering & handling |
| Master cylinder security | Exhaust System | Footbrake operation |
| Fluid leaks | Inlet manifold | Hand brake operation |
| Servo/power system | Outlet manifold | Suspension noise |
| Flexible hoses | Pipes | Road holding stability |
| Pipes/unions & connections | Silencer(s) | Warning lights |
| Discs & pads | Heat shields & mountings | Convenience |
| Hand brake operation/adjustments | Joints & couplings | Owners manual |
| Hand brake linkage | Catalytic converter | Service book & history |
| Pedal/linkage | Overall system condition | Keys & remote controls |
