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Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection reviews in North Adelaide

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Mechanic for a Patrol Diesel 2006 inspection

$150

very good, saved me from spending a lot of extra money and gave their honest opinion and expertise. Would definitely recommend and will be going back to them if every need a mechanic!

Vehicle Inspection pre-purchase

$100

Phung AKA Richard is highly qualified mechanic. He did excellent job for pre- purchase inspection. He is highly professional and honest with his job. Would definitely recommend to others.

I need a qualified mechanice for pre- purchase inspection

$150

Detailed inspection, no sugar coating, just facts.

Pre purchase inspection of a vehicle

$200

Very professional guy and helpful tk phung

Pre purchase inspection of a toyota spacia in Elizaberth Downs SA

$150

Excellent service - extremely thorough inspection of car.

Pre-purchase vehicle inspection

$175

What's the average cost of a pre-purchase car inspection specialist in North Adelaide

$150 - $205

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$150

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$190

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$205

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What does a pre purchase car inspection include?

Cars are usually sold with a roadworthy certificate, but this only means your car is safe to drive on public roads. A pre-purchase car inspection is the only way to make sure there are no surprises when you drive away. A qualified mechanic will do a visual inspection, mechanical check, and test drive to spot any current or potential problems. They will also be aware of concerns that might be typical for the make or model of the car you’re buying and look specifically for those issues. Your mechanic will usually follow a comprehensive pre-purchase car inspection checklist to help you make an informed decision about buying the car. Some of these checks will include:

Exterior inspection

The outside of a car is a good indication of how well the car has been looked after. Panel damage or evidence of repaired damage could indicate the car has been in a serious accident. A pre-purchase car inspection will show whether repairs have been performed to a satisfactory standard. An exterior check also includes checks for rust and structural integrity as these issues may cause problems down the track.

Interior inspection

Your mechanic will conduct a visual inspection of the car’s interior, starting with seats and door trims. Then they’ll check all features inside the car operate normally, including lights, seats, seat belts, air conditioning, central locking, wipers, and windows. Next, they’ll check the dashboard instruments and gauges.

Mechanical inspection

Hidden mechanical problems are one of the pitfalls of buying a used car. And there’s no way of finding out the full extent of any car problems without pulling the engine apart. But an experienced mechanic can identify issues from just a visual check of the underbody and engine. Serious mechanical problems may also show themselves in other areas of the car. Brakes, suspension, wheels, tyres, gearbox, and steering will be checked, and a test drive will help to identify any additional concerns. Your mechanic will pay attention to electrical and cooling systems, as well as the alternator and battery. They will run a diagnostic scan to identify any other issues.

History check

You can make sure your new purchase isn’t hiding any secrets, and that it’s not at risk of repossession by including a history check as part of your pre-purchase car inspection. A history check (or REVS check) show any finance owing on the vehicle, if the car has been stolen, or whether it’s been in a major accident and written off. These records are kept and attached to your car’s vehicle identification number (VIN).

Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection tasks in North Adelaide

Pre purchase car inspection at a mechanic shop near Windsor gardens

$200

Windsor Gardens SA 5087, Australia

6th Aug 2025

Need a mechanic with a hoist that can do a pre purchase car inspection

Mechanic car inspection for purchase

$80

Parafield Gardens SA, Australia

18th Jul 2025

Hi I would like to get a Mazda 3 2005 checked it’s described to have a working engine but loud noise when driving . The owner has no idea what it could be . Make an offer please

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

Salisbury SA, Australia

8th Jun 2025

It’s a 2016 Audi A4 that is a repairable write off

Need help with Car inspection

$150

Enfield SA, Australia

15th May 2025

I’m planning on purchasing a Mazda 3 for my first car. 215km and in perfect condition currently going for 6.5k. I’m new to this car world so I need a mechanic who is able to inspect the car and make sure everything is all good.

Car inspection

$150

Hope Valley SA, Australia

15th May 2025

I need a mechanic to inspect a car I'm planning to buy.

Pre purchase vehicle inspection

$100

Parafield Gardens SA, Australia

1st May 2025

2021 Toyota corolla pre-inspection report please give all details of how much of the inspection you do and price

Pre purchase vehicle inspection

$300

Parafield Gardens SA, Australia

4th Apr 2025

I need a pre purchase vehicle inspection for a Nissan Skyline 350GT i’m looking at buying. It needs to be sometime after 3:30pm this afternoon please

Pre-purchase inspection on a 2014 Toyota Vellfire V6

$200

Blair Athol SA, Australia

27th Mar 2025

Hi there, I’m looking for a thorough pre-purchase inspection on a 2014 Toyota Vellfire V6. The vehicle shows a low odometer reading of 60,000 km, which seems unusual for its age. The leather on the mid-row seats is worn, and there are scratches on the interior plastics—so I’d like you to check for any signs of odometer tampering. Please pay special attention to: • Common Vellfire issues (e.g., rust underneath, faulty intermediate steering shaft causing steering vibration, rear A/C controller operation). • The engine (checking for leaks, replacements, or any unusual wear). I’ll need a detailed report, including photos of the engine bay and the leather condition. You’ll also need to coordinate directly with the seller to schedule the inspection. The attached photo is just an example. Thanks for reading.

Car Inspection

$100

Angle Vale SA 5117, Australia

24th Mar 2025

Need a professional inspection and advise before buying a used car, thanks

USED CAR prepurchase inspection

$100

Enfield SA, Australia

23rd Mar 2025

I am planning to buy Nissan Pulsar Ti 2013/2014 model. Want to get prepurchase inspection done. Especially engine and transmission.

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

Salisbury Plain SA, Australia

17th Mar 2025

need inspection done for a car which was writenoff

Car pre purchase inspection

$300

Gilles Plains SA, Australia

27th Jan 2025

Want to get a car inspected before buying. It’s a lexus is250 2007

Pre-purchase vehicle inspection

$200

Hillbank SA 5112, Australia

27th Oct 2024

1992 Mazda MX6 pre-purchase vehicle inspection

Car inspection especially aircon gas refills

$100

Highbury SA, Australia

19th Oct 2024

I am buying a car need car inspection car need aircon gas filter.

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

Two Wells SA, Australia

10th Oct 2024

Need to buy a 4wd. Need an expert to come and check the car with me with a test drive too! Thanks.

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

Highbury SA, Australia

4th Oct 2024

Pre inspection for Audi a5 sline 2014 - want to check for leaks in headgasket and make sure it’s generally mechanically sound before purchasing. Have come across a couple with blown headgaskets recently and want to be sure.

Pre-purchase car inspection

$200

Pooraka SA, Australia

1st Oct 2024

Wanting a pre-purchase car inspection on 2017 Ford Focus Trend automatic hatchback

Inspection car

$5

Enfield SA, Australia

1st Oct 2024

Car inspection needed Contact me

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

City of Tea Tree Gully SA, Australia

22nd Aug 2024

Pre purchase car inspection

Mitsubishi Pajero 2016 car inspection mechanic

$300

Two Wells SA, Australia

16th Jul 2024

I would like to have a Mitsubishi Pajero 2016 GLX inspected and assessed. I’m tossing up whether to buy it and would like some expert advice on the state of the car and whether it is worth it. Thanks! Adrian