Every future car owner faces the problem of buying a car. Of course, if financial possibilities allow, it is better to buy a car from the salon, which minimizes all possible unpleasant consequences of the purchase, since the car is new and it is guaranteed. But buy new car not everyone can, and here the secondary market comes to the rescue of motorists.

The used car market is very extensive and allows almost anyone to find a car for their budget. But the acquisition of such a car is associated with a lot of risks, and first of all it concerns the cars themselves. The condition of the vehicle depends on the operating conditions and compliance with Maintenance. But not all car owners have a normal attitude towards their “steel horse”, some generally act exactly the opposite - they squeeze “all the juices” out of the car, and very quickly, and then simply “push” it. And here the problem is not even that the car has any technical problems, and all the seller's attempts to hide them in order to sell the car at a higher price. And for this they go to a variety of tricks. Therefore, the purchase of a used car is a rather risky business and it is far from always possible to predict what kind of machine “fell into hands”. But you can try to minimize these risks as much as possible, which will also save on the purchase, but for this you need to know what you should ask the seller about, where to look, and what points may cause suspicion.

Consider how to prepare before and during the purchase of a car using the example of VAZ models - one of the best-selling cars on the market. secondary market.

Identifying a potential purchase

The first step before purchasing is to search for offers to sell cars. There are enough options here, so first you should narrow the search circle as much as possible and for this you need to decide on a number of criteria:

• available budget;
• Preferred option (sedan or station wagon, front or rear wheel drive, 3 or 5 doors, etc.);
• Experience in auto repair and post-acquisition service (for some buyers, buying a defective car and restoring it may be a better option)

These criteria will significantly reduce the time to search for the required car.

Next, you can already consider the existing proposals. One of the best acquisition options is to buy a VAZ from acquaintances, friends, relatives, in general, a car that is well known to the buyer. Knowing the features of the car, and the attitude of the owner to the car, you can already approximately determine the state of the car in advance and, based on this, bargain. In addition, in this case, an installment payment option is available (if there is a trusting relationship between the buyer and the seller), which will allow you to purchase a car whose cost is higher than the available budget.

If there are no such acquaintances, then here you will already have to look for options on the trading floors:

• Internet resources;
• Advertisements in newspapers;
• car markets;

When choosing a car at such sites, you should not stop at any one option, you should choose 3-5 cars that best meet the selection criteria and choose the best offer from them.

Getting primary information

Having settled on several options, we carefully study the information provided on the car. At the same time, the description of the car should not be taken into account in particular, since the indicated data are far from always true, here it is more worth considering the attached photos (the more of them, the better).

You should also compare the indicated prices for the machines. You shouldn’t be “led” at a cost that is much lower than the market price, since almost always in such offers the car is problematic (fines “hang” on it or it is mortgaged in the bank, technically “killed”, something is wrong with the documents, etc.). d.). As a result, such a purchase will result in very serious and unpleasant consequences. Therefore, in terms of prices, one should stop at options with an average market value (with a slight deviation in a positive or negative direction).

After determining the cars, you can call the sellers. At this stage, you should ask:

• The technical condition of the car (but you shouldn’t trust the description too much, although if the seller is honest and just decided, he can already tell you about the problems and nuances of the car by phone);
• operating conditions;
• To whom the car is “registered” (the best option is if the seller or his close relatives are the owner according to the technical passport, and he agrees to deregister the car. It is better to skip the options when the seller has only a power of attorney for the car, because in the future with re-registration problems may arise)
• How many owners did the car have in total (1-2 owners - the most best option, 3 - allowed, more - you can stop talking and look for a car to purchase further);
• The period of ownership of the car by the owner (the more, the better. If he owns the car for only a couple of months, it is better to refuse to purchase such a car and believe the stories that “it didn’t fit” or “urgently need money” is not worth it);
• The appropriateness of bargaining (ordinary sellers often agree to bargain within "reasonable limits");
• The opportunity to check the car at the service station (checking at the service station is one of the best options determine the technical condition of the car, especially for those who are “you” with the car, and if the seller refuses such a check, then something is “unclean” with the car. But in this case, you will have to agree on the issue of payment for the services of the service station);

Having clarified all the details, you can arrange a meeting to inspect the car "live". At the same time, going to the "bride" will not be superfluous the presence of a friend who is well versed in cars. Since if you will insure a car, it is better to know in advance all the "pitfalls"

Car inspection

Inspection of the car is perhaps the most important part of the choice, as it allows you to assess the condition of the car, identify defects and problems, which in the future will reduce the price or lead to the conclusion that the purchase should be abandoned.

Documentation, mileage

When we meet, we first consider PTS auto and other tech. documentation (the more the seller provides, the better). We also immediately check on those. passport body number.

The next criterion is mileage, but there are a lot of nuances here, so for the most part you will have to be content with the odometer readings. But here you can also make some calculations based on the information provided by the owner. For example, a car is 10 years old, and the owner indicates that he used the car only for personal purposes. With such operation, the average annual mileage varies in the range of 10-20 thousand km, and as a result, we find that the odometer should be approximately 100-200 thousand km. If it’s lower, the mileage is most likely twisted (we don’t pay attention to the stories that “only grandfather drove the car for bread”), and a higher mileage will indicate that the car was used very actively (for example, as a taxi or a worker). auto). But such calculations give only an approximate result and it is impossible to take into account all the nuances, so you will have to rely on the honesty of the seller, as well as on what the technical condition of the car will “tell”.

After checking the documents, general inspection of the car and comparing its condition with the odometer readings, we proceed to a more detailed diagnosis of the condition.

power unit

The first thing to check is the engine attachments and aggregates. A clean motor with no traces of smudges, but well dusted with dust is the best indicator that power point in full working order and before the sale of anything done. Even if a small smudge is noticed somewhere technical fluid- is not yet a reason to refuse a purchase, but at the same time it will help to “drop” the price a little.

But a thoroughly washed motor is a reason to be wary, since they usually try to hide traces of malfunctions or recent repairs (which is unknown how it was done) with a sink. New attachments and wiring may indicate that the car has recently undergone a major repair (the reason for which is also not disclosed by the owner or he provides false information).

In addition to the engine, we also inspect all surfaces of the engine compartment (hood, engine shield, arches). Often they retain traces of strong smudges of those. liquids (if any).

Body and suspension

Next, we examine the body. In order not to miss the nuances, it is better if the inspection is performed in bright sunlight. Under such lighting, even slight discrepancies in paint shade will be noticeable, which will indicate touch-ups or body repairs.

Statements that the car is “not beaten, not painted” should not be paid attention at all, since according to statistics, about 90% of all cars received body damage during operation, but only the owner knows how serious they were (but it is not known whether he will tell the truth ).

Be sure to check the markings on the glasses (it should be the same everywhere), any discrepancies will indicate that some kind of glass was replaced.

Also inspect all body gaps(on doors, hood, trunk). Strong discrepancies in the size of the gaps are one of the signs that the body is “behaving”, and this is fraught with many problems in the future.

Yet again good helper in determining the condition of the car is dust - a thin layer of it on all surfaces will indicate that the seller of the car did not specially prepare the car for sale and provided it for inspection "as is". Naturally, he can wash the car to make it look better, but bumpers, nameplates, labels and other attachments of the body, as well as stickers rubbed to a shine, will indicate that the owner is trying to “blur” his eyes with a beautiful appearance (popularly, this technique resellers is called "smear lips" on the car).

It will not hurt to inspect the bottom, but this will already require an inspection hole. A fresh layer of anti-corrosion treatment of the bottom is a sign that the seller is trying to hide obvious defects with mastic (in the case of the body, these are pockets of rust).

Being under the car, we immediately assess the condition of the suspension elements. There should be no smudges on the shock absorbers, silent blocks, bushings and anthers - whole and not exfoliated, etc.

We also check the condition of the tires. Their uneven wear will indicate at least unset camber / toe angles, and at most - to a “behaving” body.

Salon

Let's go to the salon. In it, we determine the degree of “wiping” of surfaces, especially those elements that are covered with covers (steering wheel, seats), as well as door handles, rugs. If everything in the cabin is new (the same covers) - perhaps the seller is trying to hide traces of intensive use of the car.

We also check the operability of all equipment, both internal and external - signal lamps dashboard, heater, air conditioner (if any), wipers and washer, turn signals, head light, rear headlights, etc.

Checking on the go

The final stage of self-examination is a short car ride. At the same time, you should not turn on the music, ask not to interfere with “listening” to the car, and choose a road for movement where a variety of road conditions- a straight and flat area (to evaluate the operation of the engine - its throttle response, dynamics), with bumps and bumps ("show" the work of the suspension and show body squeaks), with turns (for evaluation brake system and steering).

After all this, either we start trading, or we additionally check the car at the service station. In the second case, you should offer to check the car at any first service station, but the buyer should choose the station, and not go to the one recommended by the seller (it will eliminate the likelihood that the seller will have “his own people” at the station).

Bargain

After all checks - bargaining. Here you should indicate all the identified defects and breakdowns, and based on them, agree on the issue of a discount. But here it is better to operate with specific figures in order to constructively prove the need for a price reduction. And for this, you should inquire about the cost of spare parts and repairs of the most common malfunctions and defects before the inspection. Below is a list of those components that most often require restoration, as well as an approximate one for work:

• Body work (underbody repair will cost $200-300, repainting - from $1000, rust removal - $100-300);
• Power unit (replacement of consumables - $ 50-150, overhaul– up to $1000);
• brake system or steering (200-400$);
• Pendant (from $50 to $400);
• Optics (headlights - $ 50-100, Windshield – 100-250$);
• Exhaust system (cook - $ 30-40, replace - $ 100-150);

The indicated amounts are very approximate and a lot depends on the car itself, the complexity of damage and defects, as well as on who will carry out the repair (if self repair you can save a lot, but it is better to keep silent about this, telling the buyer that you will have to spend money on service stations).

Having agreed on the issue of price, we directly purchase and re-register the documents. But this process of buying a car is not over yet.

Primary Maintenance

Having become the owner of a VAZ, it will not be superfluous to perform maintenance in order to be completely confident in the car (this operation is necessary even on those cars whose condition is “sit down and go”).

At the first MOT of your car, you should:

• • Replace all those. liquids (it is not known when and what the previous owner filled in);
  • Change engine consumables (drive belts);
  • Assess the condition of the brake pads;
  • Replace suspension consumables;
  • Check and adjust camber/toe angles;

This is a necessary minimum before you start normal operation of the car. And already in the process of use, gradually eliminate the remaining defects and breakdowns.

Signs of a scam

The main signs that the buyer is trying to "suck firewood" are:

• Reduced price;
• Abundant "lip makeup" machine;
• Obstruction by any means to a normal and comprehensive inspection of the car;
• Failure of diagnostics at the service station;
• Attempts to reduce the scale of the problem (something like “yes, I turned it off for such and such a reason, but if you plug it back in, it will work”);
• Easy pliability in price;

If all this is noticed during the inspection, then it is better to look for a car for purchase from other sellers.

As a result, we note that all these measures do not guarantee successful purchase, since in this matter a lot depends on which seller gets caught, but at least they reduce the likelihood of acquiring a problematic car.

Not every citizen of Russia can afford to buy a new car. For some time, the country had a recycling program that relaxed this situation a little. But it ceased to exist, and now everything continues as it was before. But, I must say, domestic cars go from hand to hand at an amazing speed.

And you won’t have time to blink an eye, as the same VAZ 2107 will visit 3-4 owners. This is due to the desire for the best. The fact is that domestic car, as a rule, is the first, therefore, their choice is not as reverent as the choice of a “foreign car”. But you should not be negligent in this situation, because unnoticed problems can be an eternal burden on the shoulders of their owner. In this article we will talk about what to look for when buying a used VAZ 2107.

Body

Like it or not, but the main feature by which a car is chosen for everyday driving is its appearance. This is logical, since not everyone wants to ride a “mangy cat”. Of course, there are individual connoisseurs exclusively technical condition, but there are very few of them. Their main motto is: "It does not affect the speed!".

But do not consider yourself to be one of them - it is fraught. We digress. So where do you need to look for a used VAZ 2107 so as not to get into a mess? First of all - under the bottom. His condition speaks volumes. For example, you should pay attention to the stiffening rib under the threshold, if it is too wrinkled, then you should think about it.

There is a sure way to find out if the VAZ 2107 was in an accident. Along the gearbox are two spars. Which then rise into the engine compartment. With a serious blow, they lift up and tear. I must say, they rarely change entirely, so traces of fresh welding speak volumes.

Go ahead. Modern cars equipped plastic fenders which should protect them from moisture and corrosion. Actually it's wrong installed fender liner can cause even more destruction of the wings. If there are still no fender liner, then it is necessary to carefully examine the place where the steering gearbox is attached. Over time, many cracks appear in this place, which leads to steering failure.

Among other things, it is advisable to rock the car in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe front fenders and listen for squeaks. If they are present, cracked spring cups may be their source. I must say, such a problem is common for the "classics", and the car does not have to be old.

Behind, basically. There are no such problem areas, except that the bottom of the trunk.

It's all hidden from view, but we must not forget about paintwork. Until 2008, the VAZ 2107 was not painted with metallic paint, so they were not varnished. It doesn't tarnish, but it doesn't protect the paint from scratches either. On acrylic coating, they are immediately visible. It is also desirable to pay attention to the fact that the paint is not faded in the sun.

Engine

Now let's talk about the heart of the car. If you do not properly control its condition, then it can stop at the most inopportune moment. Naturally, firstly, the engine must work without interruption. Evenly. VAZ 2107 is equipped with a tachometer, so it will not be difficult to see the average speed. Normal idle speed is 900-1000 rpm crankshaft. Exceeding the speed indicates either wear of the piston group, or incorrect adjustment of the power unit. There can be many reasons for this. But each of them is capable of turning into the most serious repair.

If possible, you need to unscrew the spark plug: it should be a dark sandy color, without any plaque and soot. Engine compartment should not be stained with oil, the engine itself should also not be dirty. But do not flatter yourself if the motor is perfectly clean, because it could simply be washed before selling. In this case, you may not notice some oil leaks.

You can also check the condition of the engine by exhaust gases: from exhaust pipe no smoke should be visible. If it is and has a blue tint, then from the purchase this car it would be better to refuse, because repairs can result in a round sum.

It goes without saying that the power unit should not start from the 5th time.

Chassis

Of course, it’s not worth climbing under the car during the purchase, but the buyer makes a serious choice, since the prices for the VAZ 2107 have a rather wide range. What chassis malfunctions are inherent in the VAZ 2107? by the most weak point front suspension is considered to be ball joints. You can determine their condition by rocking the car. If knocks and noises are heard, then the probability is very high that the malfunction lies precisely in them.

Also, attention should be paid to silent blocks and other anthers. They should not have cracks. The shock absorbers must be free of fluid leaks. Their condition can also be determined by pressing hard on the wing: the car should calm down immediately after it returns to its original position. jet thrust shouldn't talk. Well, the suspension seems to be inspected.

Steering

Here, in principle, there is not much to look at, since the reaction of the wheels to light steering movements is not difficult to check. It is also worth paying attention to extraneous knocks.

Salon

The interior of a car is its face. Here, as well as outside, everything should look appropriate. The instrument panel tends to crack at the top. The seats lose their backrest fixation - this is a very unpleasant malfunction, because the seatback falls at the slightest pressure on it, for example, when braking.

Here attention should be paid to the upholstery of the seats, to the covers, if any. Quite often, the salon is smoky - very bad smell, which they are trying to hide with the help of all sorts of "smells". It is necessary to check the operability of all power windows, electrical appliances.

Conclusion

And in conclusion, it is simply necessary to drive the contender for the purchase, because the dynamics of the car cannot be felt in the passenger seat. If everything is in order: brakes, steering, clutch, engine response, then you can buy, why not.

how to choose the right vaz 2106
A classic that has captivated thousands of people. The legendary "six", which still flickers on the roads of the former Soviet Union and not only. Over the thirty-year history of this car, more than four million copies have been produced. This is the most massive production of AvtoVAZ. Nowadays, this car is in demand.
How to choose the right VAZ 2106? Each car has its pros and cons, as well as nuances that you should pay attention to.

Walk around the car first and carefully evaluate its surfaces. First of all, we pay attention to the condition of the body, both outside and inside, for iron corrosion. Especially if the car is over 10 years old. Well check the bottom of the passenger compartment and trunk. You can even knock on it with some kind of screwdriver or hammer. Inspect thresholds and jacking locations. Classics as such are not framed. The role of the frame is performed by "spars". They also need to be carefully examined for deformation and welding. Be sure to check the bottom of the cabin and trunk. Determine the presence of "wing liner".

The next step in choosing a car is to inspect the engine. The heart of the car must be in perfect condition and not have traces of run-through oil. Check the oil. Open the filler cap where the oil is poured. If, when the engine is running, thick or bluish smoke comes out of the exhaust pipe or from the oil filler neck, then it will soon need a major overhaul. We also pay attention to the sound of a running engine. There should be no extraneous noise. The engine should run smoothly, without twitching. You can also turn out the spark plugs. They should be sandy in color, without soot and plaque. At the same time, if desired, you can check the compression.
"Six" in its own way is a very versatile machine. It fits perfectly both on the tracks and on the streets of the city, because it is a fairly maneuverable car and has good speed. Very soft suspension absorbs all the bumps and potholes of our roads. Therefore, when buying a VAZ 2106, you need to pay attention to the suspension and transmission. Because the repair of these nodes can fly a pretty penny. It is necessary to visually inspect the condition of the levers and rods. They should not have cracks. Shaking the car, we determine the condition of the shock absorbers and ball bearings. Next, we start the car and drive out onto the road. We check the switching of all speeds. Switching should be soft and silent. Having dispersed the "six" to 90-100 km / h, we listen to the noise rear axle. If there is noise, then this is definitely an expensive repair.

We look into the interior of the car. Opening and closing doors should be soft. The most painful places are the seats and the instrument panel. Seats very often break and are repaired by welding. Therefore, we check the ability of the seats to “ride” on the sled and lean back. The instrument panel tends to burst from direct sunlight. We check the performance of all lighting devices, signals, wipers, power windows and especially the stove. VAZ 2106 is a very warm car and the stove has no complaints. But still, you need to turn it on and check for extraneous noise, which should not be. The upholstery must be tightly fixed.
And finally, you need to check the condition of the wiring. The wires must be neatly assembled and not have unnecessary self-made twists. The wiring must be clean and not stick out with a "broom" from all the cracks. Check the fuse block.
In principle, these are basic tips to know how to choose the right VAZ 2106. Good luck on the road!

HOW TO WASH A CAR ENGINE?

Washing the engine is necessary to avoid engine fire, as the remaining engine oil on the engine, when evaporated, turns into a combustible vapor that causes fire.

A small amount of water pressure along with automotive chemicals will give the desired result. As an automotive chemical for the engine, it is better to use a foamy engine cleaner.

Foam engine cleaner quickly removes dirt and does not harm plastic and rubber. Ordinary household chemicals are useless and unable to remove engine oil from the engine. It is possible to wash the engine in the following way:

• All places where water should not get are covered with polyethylene;
• It is necessary to wait until the engine warms up, becomes warm and turn it off;
• The battery is removed or you can remove the terminal from the minus;
• Apply foam engine cleaner to the engine and wait a couple of minutes for the dirt to dissolve;
• It is necessary to wash the foamy engine cleaner from the engine and dry the engine.

You can use a mixture of baking soda and water to clean the battery.

After washing the engine, it is better to dry it with a compressor, but if it is not available, you can use a vacuum cleaner. It is better to wash the engine twice a year, but you can wash it once a year.

WHEN REPLACING SHOCK ABSORBERS, SHOULD THE SPRINGS BE CHANGED OR NOT?

Due to the poor quality of the roads, the suspension suffers greatly. The most common suspension failures are springs and shock absorbers.

Springs are an integral part of the suspension, as are shock absorbers. Shock absorbers and springs allow for a smooth ride of the machine and its handling on the road. The springs are used to soften the shocks when driving on a bad road. If the wheels of the car run into an obstacle, they are thrown up, and they become uncontrollable.

Shock absorbers help the springs to quickly dampen wheel vibrations. Since shock absorbers are complex devices, they have to be changed frequently.

For normal operation of the suspension, it is necessary that the shock absorbers and springs function well. The springs help support the weight of the car, and the movement of the springs is controlled by the shock absorbers. This implies that shock absorbers depend on springs, just like springs depend on shock absorbers. When the spring fails, the work of the spring is shifted to the shock absorber, which leads to a quick failure of the shock absorber.

The spring fails for a number of reasons:

• Great wear of the metal;
• The surface of the spring is damaged;
• The impact of an aggressive external environment on the spring.

WHICH IS BETTER TO CHOOSE A NEW OR USED ENGINE?

When overhauling the engine, everything rests on money. The price for a major overhaul of a multi-cylinder engine can start from 90,000 rubles. Many owners of such motors are beginning to wonder if it is better to buy for that kind of money new engine Or at least a used one.

A new engine for foreign cars costs almost as much as building an overhaul of the engine. Used engines include engines supplied from abroad. Abroad, a broken car is dismantled for spare parts, and the engines are usually not damaged in such cars. These engines are in good condition And they don't have much range.

A guarantee for such an engine is almost never given, but such engines are inexpensive.

Most of the used engines come from abroad. Engines from abroad worked in favorable conditions.

If the engine managed to run 200 thousand kilometers, then you should not buy such an engine due to the fact that it has used up most of its resource. It is better to buy a used engine with a mileage of 70 thousand kilometers, or from Europe to buy an engine with a mileage of 100 thousand kilometers. Engines from Europe with such a run can run another 500 thousand kilometers.

Performed by Dmitry Prizhennikov (diiimonpr)

Performer Shumakov Andrey Andreevich (sumakov)

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The brainchild of the Togliatti Automobile Plant are still the most popular vehicles in the Russian secondary market. They are chosen for a variety of reasons, including: affordable price, inexpensive repairs, good adaptability to domestic off-road and unpretentiousness in operation. However, choosing a used car is always associated with a certain risk of acquiring a problematic car, both legally and technically. The autocode tells how to choose a VAZ car, and what to look for when buying.

How to choose a used VAZ car

First, let's talk about what should be paid attention in the first place.

Iron

It's no secret that the most expensive repairs require the car body. Therefore, first of all, we look at the state of iron. Read more on how to check the paintwork and body geometry of a used car. If you find signs that the car was repainted, or its body geometry is broken, most likely the vehicle has been in a serious accident. It is better to refuse the choice of such a car. Also, do not buy a vehicle with traces of corrosion. Cars of the VAZ family rust quite quickly. And it may take a lot of effort and money to slow down the "bloom" of body elements.

Internal stuffing

• transmissions (extraneous noises when shifting gears, as well as difficulties with shifting them, indicate problems with the gearbox, the replacement of which (especially if it is an automatic machine) will cost several tens of thousands of rubles);
• suspension elements (rocking the car while driving is the first sign of problems);
• engine (dark or gray exhaust when running power unit indicates that the latter needs a major overhaul, which will also cost a pretty penny);
• electrical equipment (electrical problems are quite common with used VAZs, so if you find involuntary operation of the wipers or a sound signal when inspecting the car, be prepared to replace the mounting block).

As they say, there are always two "fools" in the market - one sells, the other buys. The owner in 99 cases out of 100 is not going to inform you about all the malfunctions of his used car. If you are not sure that you can independently identify shortcomings in the technical condition of the vehicle, it is reasonable to take a knowledgeable person with you. He will help make right choice and, if necessary, will report those malfunctions that you simply will not notice. If finances allow - one of the most rational options is to check a used car in a specialized service center. True, for high-quality diagnostics you will have to pay several thousand rubles.

You can order an on-site inspection on the Autocode website.

Which VAZ models are preferable

When choosing a used car, one of the main parameters is its cost. For used VAZ cars with a price tag of 40-50 thousand rubles. It's better not to pay attention at all. For that kind of money, in most cases, sellers offer a pile of scrap metal, which will require considerable financial investments and frequent repairs. Next, consider more expensive options.

Budget 60-70 thousand rubles.

In this price category it is optimal to choose representatives of the classics - VAZ 2105, VAZ 2106 or VAZ 2107. It is advisable to buy a car no older than 2003-2004. These are reliable and time-tested cars that, with proper care and observance of the operating rules, will last for more than one year.

Budget 80-90 thousand rubles.

Here, the undoubted leader is the VAZ 21099, released 10-12 years ago. It is better to choose a vehicle with an injector. Specialists do not recommend buying cars with a carburetor. If you decide to opt for this model - Special attention check the brake system. Make sure that no oil or other fluids are leaking, and there is no rust on the arches and sills. In addition, the interior heater is considered a weak point of the VAZ 21099, so make sure it works. Another problem inherent in these models is the strong rattling of interior trim parts, which, however, is observed in almost all old Zhiguli models.

Budget 120-160 thousand rubles.

• good value for money;
• the level of technological equipment, which is not inferior to many manufacturers;
• high ground clearance, which ensures high cross-country ability;
• roomy interior;
• decent anti-corrosion properties of the body.

If you decide to choose a used VAZ 2112, first of all, check the engine. Extraneous noise from under the hood will indicate problems with the hydraulic lifters. In addition, ask the seller what type of fuel was used for refueling vehicle: gasoline of the 92nd brand does not have the best effect on the stability of the 16-valve power unit.

VAZ 2114 does not differ much in design from the models of the 9th series, therefore it has the same problems as the VAZ 21099 (they were mentioned above).

Budget from 200 thousand rubles.

If you decide to choose a more expensive used car, pay attention to Priora or Grant. These models are distinguished by high safety indicators, increased interior comfort, and good soundproofing properties. Among the shortcomings, experts note whimsicality to the quality of fuel (it is desirable to refuel a car with the 95th brand of gasoline), oil and other consumables.

Residents of rural areas, as well as citizens who are fond of outdoor activities, travel, hunting or fishing, experts recommend choosing Lada Largus or Niva. Models are distinguished by high cross-country ability, roomy interior and unpretentiousness in use.

Whatever model of VAZ you choose, before making a purchase, check a used car using the all-Russian Internet service "Autocode". Enter in the search field on our website state. vehicle number or VIN. In a few minutes you will be able to see detailed history vehicle. The report will contain information about the number of owners of a used car, the presence of encumbrances and restrictions on registration actions with the traffic police, information about fines, accidents and other useful data, on the basis of which you will draw conclusions about the reasonableness of purchasing a car.