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Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection reviews in VIC

Prompt response and detailed inspection.

I need pre purchase car inspection

$180

Good job, very professional.

Pre Purchase vehicle inspection

$120

Chris has done a great job on a pre-purchase vehicle inspection for me on short notice. A thorough report was provided and communications have been excellent throughout. Thanks!

Pre-purchase vehicle inspection

$200

Muhammad Done really great job.Thanks

Pre-inspection of car

$100

Seemed very polite and friendly over the phone. Little delay with communication however was all sorted on the morning of the pre purchase inspection. Would use again. Thanks Nathan

Pre purchase inspection

$150

Very helpful guy. Easy to deal with and knows what he is doing.

Pre purchase inspection Volvo xc90 2010

$100

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

$160 - $240

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$160

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$200

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$240

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Car pre purchase inspection

$150

Williamstown North VIC 3016, Australia

21st Jun 2026

A pre-purchase car inspection should check the vehicle’s overall condition, safety, mechanical health, and legal status before you buy it. The exterior should be inspected for dents, scratches, rust, paint mismatch, panel gaps, signs of previous accident repairs, condition of the windscreen, lights, mirrors, tyres, and wheels. The interior should be checked for seat wear, dashboard warning lights, air conditioning, heater, infotainment system, seatbelts, windows, locks, carpets, water leaks, bad smells, and general cleanliness. Mechanically, the engine should be checked for oil leaks, coolant leaks, unusual noises, smoke from the exhaust, worn belts, dirty fluids, overheating issues, and poor starting. The transmission and clutch should be tested for smooth gear changes, slipping, jerking, delays, or abnormal noises. The brakes, suspension, steering, and wheel alignment should be checked for vibrations, pulling to one side, knocking sounds, worn brake pads, damaged shocks, and uneven tyre wear. Under the car, it is important to inspect for oil leaks, rust, exhaust damage, chassis damage, and signs of poor repairs. A road test should be done to check acceleration, braking, steering feel, gear shifts, engine performance, ride comfort, warning lights, and any strange sounds. The car’s service history, registration, roadworthy certificate, VIN, engine number, odometer reading, finance owing, accident history, and written-off or stolen status should also be verified. Ideally, the inspection should be done by a qualified mechanic because they can identify hidden problems that may not be obvious during a normal viewing.

Pre purchase inspection

$300

Deer Park VIC 3023, Australia

20th Jun 2026

Pre purchase inspection for a 2006 Lexus is350 Japanese import

Bro went to check the car. Garage was closed, went again the next day 0 complaints guy is honest about his work.

Car Inspection

$150

Clayton VIC 3168, Australia

19th Jun 2026

I’m thinking of buying a car, will go on an inspection on Saturday. Just need someone with good knowledge on cars. Please let me know asap, if the job is still up that means it’s available.

Honest Opinion, easy to work with. Lot of knowledge

Mechanic to look at a vehicle for pre purchase check

$200

Strathtulloh VIC 3338, Australia

19th Jun 2026

I’m looking at buying a Ute but am away at work just wanting a mechanic to look over the vehicle and assess if it’s still in the condition it as advertised

Adam was great to deal with his attention to detail was amazing and provided a full report with videos and photos would definitely use Adam again and would highly recommend.

Need a Mechanic for Pre-Purchase Inspection in Taylors Lakes

$150

Taylors Lakes VIC 3038, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Hi, I’m looking for an experienced mechanic to carry out a pre-purchase inspection on a 2014 Toyota 86 located in Taylors Lakes, VIC. The inspection should include: *Rwc inspection * Engine and transmission check * Suspension and steering components * Brake condition * Undercarriage inspection for leaks, damage, or rust * Accident/repair signs and overall body condition * Diagnostic scan (if available) * Test drive (if possible) * General assessment of the vehicle’s mechanical condition I’m looking for an honest and detailed opinion on whether the car is worth purchasing and any potential issues or upcoming repairs. The budget will be $150.

Vehicle pre purchase inspection

$200

Endeavour Hills VIC 3802, Australia

17th Jun 2026

Need a pre purchase inspection for car mainly just want to know if it'll pass a roadworthy

Soild advice amd work on the pre vehicle inspection would recommend 👍

Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection

$200

Eltham VIC 3095, Australia

16th Jun 2026

I am located in Tasmania and am looking for a qualified mechanic or experienced automotive technician to inspect a vehicle on my behalf before purchase. Vehicle Details ● 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero GLX NS ● 3.2L Turbo Diesel Automatic ● 263,000 km ● Located in Eltham, VIC Requirements
Please only apply if you have: ● Trade qualifications as a mechanic, OR ● Significant automotive inspection experience ● Ability to provide an unbiased assessment Inspection Scope Mechanical ● Inspect engine for leaks, noises, smoke and general condition ● Assess cooling system condition ● Assess transmission operation ● Check suspension, steering and brakes ● Check for signs of major repairs or accident damage ● Inspect underbody for leaks, rust or damage 4WD System ● Confirm 4WD system engages correctly ● Check transfer case operation ● Identify any driveline issues Road Test ● Drive vehicle and assess: ● Engine performance ● Transmission shifting ● Steering and handling ● Braking ● Vibrations, noises or faults Documentation ● Photograph every page of the service book ● Photograph major repair and service receipts ● Confirm whether service history appears genuine and comprehensive Photos & Videos ● Cold start video ● Engine bay photos ● Underbody photos ● Interior and exterior photos ● Tyre condition photos Report Required
Please provide: ● Overall condition rating ● Any immediate concerns ● Estimated upcoming maintenance items ● Whether you would personally purchase the vehicle at the asking price ● Any reason you would walk away from the vehicle The seller is cooperative and has advised there is a full logbook history and a folder of receipts available for inspection. Inspection can be arranged directly with the seller in Eltham. Please include your automotive qualifications or relevant experience when applying.

Thank you Adam and Camilla for your care and honesty! Very helpful and open throughout the inspection process. Look forward to utilising your assistance again!

Roadworthy inspection

$180

Epping VIC 3076, Australia

15th Jun 2026

Needing a roadworthy inspection done on my car

Pre purchase inspection for 1993 Mitsubishi Pajero

$175

Lynbrook VIC 3975, Australia

15th Jun 2026

1993 Mitsubishi Pajero diesel. 250k km, seems to have been looked after very very well but there’s some details I can send you if you shoot me a message. I also have the Facebook add to show

Warned me about a deceivingly bad potential purchase on an old car. What a legend

Pre purchase Toyota Escape mechanical inspection

$200

Wattle Glen VIC 3096, Australia

15th Jun 2026

Pre purchase inspection, Test drive and basic inspection for any major issues on a 2010 Ford Escape. 200k mileage.

Quick and detailed response. Will book again and recommend to others. Thanks Sean!

Pre car purchase inspection

$150

Docklands VIC, Australia

13th Jun 2026

Hi, I’m looking to buy a used car — a 2020 BMW X5. I’d like to arrange a mechanic for a pre-purchase inspection

Good Service! !!!!

Pre purchase instruction (Hybrid Car)

$180

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

9th Jun 2026

*Update Location: Malvern Date: June 12th(Friday) Time: Afternoon Looking for an experienced mobile mechanic to do a pre-purchase inspection on a used car I'm planning to buy from a private seller in Melbourne. The car: - 2019 Honda Stepwgn Spada Hybrid - Japanese parallel import (Japanese-spec ECU) - Runs Honda's i-MMD hybrid system - ~57,000 km What I need: - Full mechanical / underbody / test-drive inspection - Hybrid battery STATE OF HEALTH read with a diagnostic tool — I want an actual figure / degradation reading, not just a general check - Fault code / diagnostic scan (must be able to read a Japanese-spec import, not just Australian-delivered cars) - A clear summary of findings (verbal is fine, written/photos a bonus) IMPORTANT: Please only apply if your scan tool can read the hybrid battery health on a Japanese-import Honda i-MMD. Let me know in your offer if you've done Japanese imports / hybrids before. When: Aiming for this Friday (12 June) or Saturday (13 June), but the exact day and time depend on the seller's availability too. I'll confirm and update you as soon as it's locked in. Where: Melbourne metro. It's a private sale, so the exact location may change — I'll update you with the final suburb/address once confirmed with the seller. Mobile inspection (you come to the car). Please include your price and a bit about your hybrid/import experience. Thanks!

Outstanding service!

Pre car purchase inspection in Officer

$200

Officer VIC, Australia

4th Jun 2026

I need a pre inspection for a 2008 Honda CRV at 32 Babar Drive Officer for tomorrow before 2.30pm

Highly recommend Sean! He carried out an incredibly thorough pre-purchase inspection, checking everything from the engine and transmission to the tyres, electrics and underbody. He also verified the vehicle history, completed diagnostic scans and provided photos. Professional, honest, knowledgeable and worth every cent. He gave me complete confidence in purchasing my RAV4.

Car pre-purchase Inspection

$125

Werribee South, Victoria

21st May 2026

A thorough pre-inspection of a car to buy. This is prior to them getting a RWC, but want to ensure other factors are taken into account. Help to decide if to proceed.

Would highly recommended Adam and Camilla for pre inspection. Adam even attended during a family emergency, which I really appreciated. Pointed out faults with the car I wouldn’t have found and were extremely thorough in their approach. Ended up not buying the car, so definitely worth paying to get this done first. 10/10

Mercedes valente pre inspection purchase

$400

Mornington VIC, Australia

12th May 2026

Pre purchase inspection on a 2018 Mercedes valente van.

Adam is absolutely fantastic in what he does and his advice is valuable if you’re looking to buy a second hand car he would be the best. Also now has my work for other cars in my fleet. Has saved me money from buying a van that is not quite right and need to much maintenance.

Car pre purchase inspection at Thomastown

$100

Thomastown VIC, Australia

10th May 2026

Looking for a mechanic to do a pre purchase inspection on a ford focus pre purchase. I just need the mechanical aspects covered, hence my budget is tight

Amazing service. 100% recommendation. Adam and camilla were very professional.

Mechanic to do inspection check on car in Aspendale gardens

$100

Aspendale Gardens VIC, Australia

8th May 2026

Need a mechanic to do a vehicle check on car before I purchase on a private sale.

Thankyou you so much. To Adam and your Wife, They completed a car inspection for me and even drove out further than usual without charging me extra. They did such a thorough check of the vehicle and sent through all the details and photos, explaining what wasn’t good on the car and what needed to be fixed for it to be roadworthy. Adam kept me updated the whole time, exceeded my expectations. Communication wise also. Highly recommend Adam.

Car inspection

$250

Leongatha VIC, Australia

30th Apr 2026

Needs a full inspection done on a classic car I’m looking to buy. 1967 ford mustang. Seeking an experienced person.

Great mechanic and highly recommended

Pre-inspection of car

$100

Altona North VIC, Australia

27th Apr 2026

Hi everyone, I’m planning to buy a used car and I’m looking for a reliable mechanic or mobile inspection service to do a pre-purchase inspection. 📍 Location: Melbourne (Altona North) 🚘 Car: Used vehicle (details will be provided) I need someone who can: Check engine, transmission, and overall condition Inspect for any hidden issues or accident damage Provide honest feedback before purchase If you’re a mechanic or have recommendations, please comment or message me. Thanks in advance!

Muhammad Done really great job.Thanks