On-Site Inspection and Test Drive
The buyer physically inspects the car for condition (exterior, interior, engine bay) and takes it for a test drive to assess performance, handling, and identify any immediate issues.
买家亲自检查车辆状况（外观、内饰、发动机舱），并进行试驾以评估性能、操控性，并发现任何即时问题。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
thorough
Means complete and detailed; use it when you want to check something carefully, like 'a thorough inspection' in buying a car.
意思是完整而详细的；当你想仔细检查某事时使用它，比如买车时的'彻底检查'。
dings
Small dents or damages on a car's body; common in car inspections to describe minor accidents or wear.
汽车车身上的小凹痕或损坏；在汽车检查中常见，用于描述小事故或磨损。
scratches
Light marks or cuts on the surface; check for these on a car's paint to assess its condition.
表面上的轻微痕迹或切口；检查汽车漆面上的这些以评估其状况。
lingering
Something that stays or remains for a long time, like a smell; useful for describing odors in a car interior.
某物长时间停留或残留，比如气味；用于描述汽车内部的异味。
odors
Smells, good or bad; in car buying, ask about odors to check for smoke or other issues inside.
气味，好或坏；在买车时，询问气味以检查烟味或其他内部问题。
engine bay
The area under the hood where the engine is located; inspect it for cleanliness and leaks during a car check.
引擎盖下放置引擎的区域；在车辆检查时，检查其清洁度和泄漏情况。
fluid leaks
When liquids like oil or coolant escape from the engine; a sign of potential problems, so look for them under the car.
当像机油或冷却液这样的液体从发动机中泄漏时；这是潜在问题的迹象，所以在车下寻找它们。
steering
The mechanism for controlling a car's direction; test it during a drive to ensure it feels responsive.
控制汽车方向的机制；在驾驶过程中测试它，以确保感觉响应灵敏。
brakes
The system to slow or stop the car; always test them for responsiveness in a test drive.
减速或停车的系统；试驾时总是测试它们的响应性。
suspension
The car's system that absorbs bumps from the road; listen for noises to check if it's working well.
汽车吸收道路颠簸的系统；听听是否有噪音来检查它是否工作良好。
alignment
Adjusting the wheels so the car drives straight; needed if the car pulls to one side.
调整车轮使汽车直行；如果汽车偏向一侧则需要。
tires
The rubber wheels on a car; check if they are new or worn, and if they have been rotated for even wear.
汽车上的橡胶轮；检查它们是否是新的或磨损的，以及是否已旋转以实现均匀磨损。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
I'd like to do a thorough check and a quick test drive, if that's okay?
This is a polite way to request permission for an inspection and drive; use 'if that's okay' to soften requests in negotiations. It's useful for showing respect to the seller.
这是礼貌地请求检查和试驾许可的方式；使用 'if that's okay' 来缓和谈判中的请求。它有助于向卖家表示尊重。
Take your time.
An encouraging phrase meaning 'don't rush'; common in situations like inspections to make the other person feel comfortable. No special grammar, just idiomatic English.
一个鼓励的短语，意思是‘不要着急’；在检查等情况下常用，以让对方感到舒适。没有特殊的语法，只是习语英语。
I've got nothing to hide.
Means 'I'm being honest and transparent'; use this to build trust when allowing someone to inspect something. 'I've got' is a casual contraction of 'I have'.
意思是'我很诚实且透明'；在允许某人检查某物时，使用此句来建立信任。'I've got' 是 'I have' 的随意缩写。
Any lingering odors or stains I should be aware of?
A question to uncover hidden issues; 'be aware of' means 'know about'. Useful in checks for problems. It's a yes/no question structure for polite inquiry.
一个用于揭示隐藏问题的问句；'be aware of' 意思是 'know about'。在检查问题时有用。它是礼貌询问的 yes/no 问题结构。
I'd like to take it for a spin around the block.
'Take it for a spin' is an idiom for a short test drive; 'around the block' means a quick local loop. Great for casual car discussions; use in informal settings.
“Take it for a spin”是一个习语，表示短暂的试驾；“around the block”意思是快速的本地循环。适合休闲的汽车讨论；在非正式场合使用。
The ride felt smooth, no weird noises from the suspension.
Describes a positive driving experience; 'felt smooth' uses past tense for reporting. Useful for giving feedback after a test drive, focusing on key parts like suspension.
描述了积极的驾驶体验；'felt smooth' 使用过去时态进行报告。适用于试驾后提供反馈，重点关注悬挂等关键部件。
It might just need an alignment.
'Might just need' expresses a possible simple fix; modal 'might' shows uncertainty. Handy for suggesting solutions without committing, in response to observed issues.
'Might just need' 表达了一种可能的简单修复；情态动词 'might' 显示不确定性。在回应观察到的问题时，便于提出解决方案而不承诺。