12:03 pm, June 18, 2019
A GREAT Dane in a child’s car seat is among the most unusual items brought along to a test drive, according to a new survey.
The poll by automotive marketplace CarGurus of more than 1,000 used car dealers in its UK network uncovered the oddities of what buyers brought to a test drive during the past 12 months – with number one being a ‘lucky’ egg.
Dealers revealed many people bring their pets to ensure they fit nicely inside the vehicle. However, it’s not all dogs, as dealers cited test-drive ‘companions’ including a 12ft snake, parrots and a horse.
In one particular case, a pair of slippers was brought along because the customer claimed they could only drive in them. While driving in slippers isn’t illegal, it’s not advised.
| Top 10 most bizarre things buyers brought to a test drive (Source: CarGurus) | |
| 1 | A ‘lucky’ egg |
| 2 | A horse |
| 3 | A rifle |
| 4 | A 12ft pet snake |
| 5 | An accordion |
| 6 | Two parrots |
| 7 | A mattress |
| 8 | The ashes of a relative |
| 9 | Slippers |
| 10 | A truncheon |
Chris Knapman, editor of CarGurus, said: ‘These examples might be at the extreme of what car buyers have brought along on test drives, but they do highlight the importance of making sure a potential purchase is fit for purpose.’
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