Any leakage of oil underneath the car.
Check any leakage of coolant water from the radiator.
Check the battery condition.
Check whether car emits blue grey, dense smoke or a normal smoke from exhaust pipe.
Watch out for engine noises, any vibrations, lack of power or any other issues.
Check for any burning smells when open the hood.
Check steering wheel, driver’s seat and inner door.
Check tires ( Edge should not worn out, no bulge on the sidewall, no cuts, enough groves to hold the road)
Check all gauges are working fine when you start the car.