Cars and Traffic

10 signs your rented car has been badly abused by previous customers

10 signs your rented car has been badly abused by previous customers:

Crater-sized Potholes in the Seats
If you find deep, crater-like holes in the seats, it’s a clear sign that your rental car some heavy-duty misuse has occurred.

A Collection of Parking Tickets from Different Countries
Finding a stack of unpaid parking tickets under the visor from various countries could indicate the vehicle has been on some wild and unregulated road trips.

Cacti Growing in the Trunk
If there are desert plants thriving in the trunk, it suggests that the vehicle hasn’t been cleaned or inspected for a long while.

Fossilized French Fries under the Seats
Finding food debris under the seats is common, but if you discover what seems to be fossilized french fries or other snacks, it’s a clear sign the car has seen better days.

Dents Shaped Like Famous Landmarks
Noticing dents and scrapes that resemble famous landmarks suggests the car has had some remarkable collisions and adventures.

Polar Bear Fur on the Seats
If you find fur from exotic animals like polar bears, it’s safe to assume the car has been on some extreme journeys and potentially misused.

Dashboard Melted from Lava Exposure
If it appears the dashboard has partially melted from what looks like lava exposure, that car has definitely seen some serious action.

Mileage Higher Than the Distance to the Moon
When the odometer shows mileage higher than the distance to the moon, you can guess the car has been heavily used and potentially abused.

Chewing Gum Plugging a Leaking Radiator
If you spot chewing gum or other odd materials used to plug leaks or hold parts together, it’s an obvious sign the car has been neglected and misused.

Graffiti Art Inside the Car
If the interior of the car is covered in graffiti art or carving, it’s a sign that previous customers have not treated the vehicle with respect.

Joe Ditzel

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