Arriving at the dealership: 2023 Honda Inspire ePHEV Smart Edition. Pure electric range: 106km. Original paint, CATL battery cells, 8-year/150,000km battery pack warranty, heated, ventilated, and memory seats. Nearly 5-meter body length. L2 autonomous driving assistance. 360° surround view. New car list price: 258,800 RMB. Down payment: 30,000 RMB.
For older vehicles or those used in high temperature and humidity areas, we will focus on opening the hood to check if the insulation of the wiring harness in the high-temperature area of the engine compartment is cracked or brittle, to identify potential short circuit risks that could lead to spontaneous combustion.
We conduct basic visual inspections and freezing point tests. If the antifreeze's freezing point is insufficient or the engine oil is severely degraded, we will document it. However, considering the shipping duration, we strongly recommend a comprehensive "Full Fluid Service" upon arrival.
We maintain an absolute skeptical attitude. In addition to regular visual inspections, we focus on checking for sediment accumulation around the sunroof drainage channels and look for water stains under the A-pillar trim and front floor mats. This is the only effective physical evidence to determine if the sunroof drainage holes are blocked, leading to hidden leaks.
