Would you buy a car from someone that didn't speak Engish?

So this dump truck I've been looking at, the seller doesn't know much about it and keeps referencing "his mechanic." Today I asked to speak with the mechanic about some possible changes someone (maybe not even them, they bought it used themselves) did to the drivetrain.

When I asked if I could speak with that guy the seller says "he doesn't speak English---even I have trouble communicating with him."

So, would you buy a car from someone that didn't speak your language?

 

Shouldnt matter, cant take what a seller says as truth anyway. Language barrier just adds to the potential "sketch" of used vehicles purchases.

You should have a mechanic (if you are unable to check things yourself) look it over before purchase regardless. Protect yourself, no matter what a seller might say.

 

You should be able to look at a vehicle you’re looking to buy and be satisfied with your own evaluation. Realistically, the seller’s language shouldn’t be an issue. BS is BS in any langua. If the seller’s language is an issue to you, then it’s your issue. Lots of people speak different languages, doesn’t make or mean they’re any different or trying to rip you off.

Do your due diligence as you would with anyone, and make your decision.

 

Yes. I bought a car in Japan and in the Philippines. Both salesman knew some English. Not a big deal. A total language barrier would suck.

 

In general - buying used equipment, you’re buying what you see. Not the story - not the receipts an owner has and not how comfortable you feel with the current owners mechanics evaluation.

If you don’t know enough to evaluate the mechanical condition competently - pay your own expert - don’t trust the sellers mechanic.

Lots of very capable mechanics don’t speak a word of English - it’s not a requirement. It helps dealing with those that do - but bottom line is many people manage to speak only Spanish for example and competently fix cars every day in this country - just as some speak English very well and shouldn’t be allowed near the tire and lube express at Walmart ever again.

 

Sounds legit. My wife's English isn't perfect but she's a very good cook, cleaner, mower, weedeater man, and very good gutter cleaner outer.

I've decided the truck is too valuable to overlook.....tomorrow I'll call heavy truck shops in the area and see if any will give the truck a going over. The "test drive" will be to that shop. I will try and do the same with a hydraulic shop concerning the pump and hoist apparatus.

I did the same thing when I bought the Tundra. The "test drive" was over to a garage. They checked the truck's computer and got it onto a lift. They refused payment but I tipped the owner anyway. I bought the truck, decided to fix some things myself, and thus, here I am.

 

Well after actually trying to buy a dump truck from a guy that doesn't speak English.....NO I WILL NEVER DO THAT AGAIN.