tank of diesel (preferably full or enough to get to the nearest petrol station) and a thorough check by a repatable mobile mecanic or a garage you trust.
I'm collecting a 1 year old used Ford Focus from a Ford dealer tomorrow. It looked all very nice etc when I saw it last week, but i'm trying to think up a checklist for when I finally sign on the dotted line and drive it away.
It has full Ford service history and i'm pretty satisfied that i'm not buying a wreck as its only done 12,000 miles on a diesel engine. I'm aware this doesn't automatically make it all ok, but without being able to take the car to pieces, it all seems pretty sound!!!
What things should I ensure are in/with the car when I take it from the dealer.
So far, i'm thinking Floor mats, Spare Wheel (or space saver) and kit, Alloy wheel locking nuts...