Russians warned about risks of buying certain types of used cars

Kukarin emphasized the importance of checking the roof, as dents that have been repaired by pulling and puttying the surface can weaken the car’s body. He also advised inspecting the airbags, noting that even a slight impact on the bumper can trigger their deployment. Properly restoring airbags according to technology is expensive, so many cars have counterfeits or dummies installed, compromising safety. While saving money on a car purchase is understandable, a vehicle involved in an accident can lead to financial losses and pose risks to its new owner. Accident history is recorded in databases, and even if the body is perfectly restored, the car will lose value on the secondary market. Kukarin concluded by stressing the importance of a thorough inspection of the body, paint coating, airbags, and documents, as ignoring these details can be dangerous in every sense.