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Buying a Used Car

Buying Your First Used Car in Kolkata: Budget, Documents and Common Mistakes

A first-time buyer's guide to used cars in Kolkata: how to set a budget, choose a car, plan finance, check ownership costs, inspect, handle documents and avoid common mistakes.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 5 min read

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Car Maintenance

Used Car Maintenance in Kolkata: A Practical Guide for Owners

A practical maintenance guide for owners of used cars in Kolkata: servicing, engine oil, tyres, brakes, battery, AC, monsoon care and how to budget for upkeep.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 7 min read

Illustration of a car with a for-sale tag and a camera, for the guide to selling a used car in Kolkata

Selling a Used Car

How to Sell Your Used Car in Kolkata: A Step-by-Step Guide

A step-by-step guide to selling a used car in Kolkata: prepare it, price it, photograph it, list it free, handle enquiries and offers, and transfer ownership safely.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 7 min read

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Used Car Inspection

How to Inspect a Used Car During a Test Drive

What to check on a used car test drive: starting, steering, brakes, gearbox, suspension, AC, warning lights, noises and a road-test plan for Kolkata conditions.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 5 min read

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Buying a Used Car

Petrol vs Diesel vs CNG: Which Used Car Makes Sense for Kolkata?

Compare petrol, diesel and CNG used cars on purchase price, fuel cost, maintenance, usage and rules, with a simple break-even method to test your own driving.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

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Selling a Used Car

How to Calculate the Right Price for a Used Car in Kolkata

A step-by-step method to price a used car in Kolkata: pick comparable cars, adjust for kilometres, condition, owners and papers, then set a buying or selling range.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 6 min read

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Car Documents and RC Transfer

How to Check RC, Insurance and Ownership Documents Before Buying a Used Car

What to check on the RC, insurance and PUC, how hypothecation and NOC work, and what Forms 28, 29, 30 and 35 are for, with a document checklist for buyers.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 8 min read

Illustration comparing a private car seller and a car dealership, for the buying guide

Buying a Used Car

Used Car Buying in Kolkata: Individual Seller vs Car Dealer

Should you buy a used car from an individual owner or a dealer? Compare price, paperwork, inspection, negotiation and risks, with a checklist for each.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 5 min read

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Used Car Inspection

25 Things to Check Before Buying a Second-Hand Car

A 25-point used car inspection checklist covering the exterior, interior, engine, gearbox, tyres, brakes, suspension, electrics, service records and documents.

Rathika Editorial Team · 12 Nov 2026 · 5 min read

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