Expert Says You Should Ask For An 'Overnight Test Drive' Before Buying A Car. Then He Reveals Why

A car-buying creator says shoppers should ask for an “overnight test drive” before buying a used vehicle, arguing it helps confirm the car is truly in expected condition. Collin Bentley (@collinbentley_) shared tips for cutting dealership time, including steps like securing preapproval, verifying the vehicle is available beforehand, and arranging a virtual trade-in appraisal. His additional suggestion is requesting an overnight drive so the shopper can take the car to an independent mechanic for inspection. Bentley also noted that in some cases overnight drives can extend for several days and that Tesla has allowed them in some situations. In comments, viewers debated how common the practice is, with some noting dealers stopped after misuse.