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Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection reviews in West Melbourne
Thank you so much for your help this afternoon. Good communication, very efficient and gave a detailed report. Highly recommend!
Pre purchase car inspection
$150
Very happy with Chris’ pre purchase car check. Friendly and thorough, good rundown report. Recommended. Cheers.
Pre purchase car inspection
$150
Christopher helped with a call out even with short notice. Highly recommended.
Pre purchase car inspection
$200
Very good service. Gave me all the required information and helped me get away from a bad car. Recommended
Need a pre purchase car inspection
$150
Very honest inspection and gave me all the information I needed to make an informed decision !
Mechanic for pre purchase inspection
$100
Great work! Pre inspected car, greatly done! All good. I'll ask you help again if in need! Thank you Adam!
Pre purchase car inspection
$100
What's the average cost of a pre-purchase car inspection specialist in West Melbourne
$160 - $220
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$160
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$199
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$220
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4.95
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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 West Melbourne
Pre purchase car inspection
$50
Long Forest VIC, Australia
23rd Oct 2025
It is a Kia Proceed GT. I am purchasing the car and need someone to do a comprehensive check on the vehicle and advice me what it needs to pass a RWC as the seller is selling the car without it. The check needs to include everything like gasket, hoses, cooling system, Engine compression, turbo, suspension, etc.
Excellent job from Adam.
Need a mechanic for car inspection At 2 Adams Street St Albans
$120
St Albans VIC 3021, Australia
23rd Oct 2025
Need a proper Inspection Fully inside and out. Today before 6 pm
He was great. Recommended
Full Car inspection in Shaft Court Hopper crossing Wednesday 22/10/25
$125
Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia
20th Oct 2025
Going to buy a car on Wednesday . I need Full car inspection on Wednesday between 10am - 1pm.
Very friendly and good work . He really deserves more than 5 stars rating for his amazing work
Car inspection in hoppers crossing tomorrow 20/10/25 around 10-11am.
$120
Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia
19th Oct 2025
Need to inspect the car which I am going to buy. Location: hoppers crossing I want full inspection of the car which I am going to buy.
Mechanic who can do pre-purchase car inspection
$100
Altona North VIC, Australia
16th Oct 2025
Mechanic who can do pre-purchase car inspection. Car is in Altona North. MazdaCX5
Very helpful and negotiated the price for me. I plan to do the service with him always!!
Pre purchase vehicle inspection @ Rockbank
$120
Rockbank VIC 3335, Australia
16th Oct 2025
I'm looking for a qualified mechanic to do a full inspection for a vehicle - pre purchase inspection, needed today, vehicle is in Rockbank
5 star service from Adwin, very professional and knows what he's doing, highly recommend and will be using his services again for sure
Pre inspection caravan
$100
Altona VIC 3018, Australia
13th Oct 2025
Caravan at Lloyds Auctions, I live in NSW and all looks ok from pictures bar the roof apparently doesn't pop up and the awning is ducted taped . Would like a ruff idea what's going on there and how much time and money I'd be up for and go over anything else that sticks out that would need attention.
Car inspection for new purchase
$150
Sunshine VIC, Australia
2nd Oct 2025
Having a look at a 2008 Hyundai Tucson on Saturday morning and need a mechanic to accompany me to inspect the condition of the car and estimate price for RWC
Car inspection
$100
Maidstone VIC, Australia
1st Oct 2025
I am buying a car I need a qualified and trusted mechanic for my car inspection
Inspection of car in south morang
$200
South Morang VIC 3752, Australia
23rd Sep 2025
The owner is available between 11am to 3pm only. I need the Mazda cx 9 MY 19 to be inspected.
Mechanic for used car pre purchase inspection
$150
Brooklyn VIC 3012, Australia
13th Sep 2025
Buying a used Kia car, need a mechanic to come along for inspection.
Detailed, Amazing service
Pre purchase inspection in Brooklyn
$180
Brooklyn VIC, Australia
7th Sep 2025
Toyota Rav4 2021 Edge 2.5 petrol, 81km
Pre purchase inspection
$150
Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia
3rd Sep 2025
Pre purchase inspection on Toyota vitz hybrid jewella 2017 I have inspected the car personally and have tested the hybrid battery taken for a test drive but would just like aspects like the suspension, driveline and underbody ect to be looked at
Adam was amazing cleared up any concerns or thoughts about a vehicle for a pre-purchase inspection. His level of detail was perfect and his communication went above and beyond.
A pre-purchase inspection on a 2011 Mazda CX-7 in Altona North
$200
Altona North VIC 3025, Australia
1st Sep 2025
I would like a pre-purchase inspection on a Mazda CX-7 2011 in Altona North. If you could fit it in today or tomorrow that would be amazing!
Cannot recommend Sean highly enough. Same day service. Very comprehensive inspection of vehicle with detailed report and plenty of photographs in support. Allowed us to move forward with purchase of the vehicle with confidence. Five stars all the way!!!!!
Car pre purchase inspection
$200
Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia
30th Aug 2025
I am looking for a mechanic to help me inspect a used car at Williamstown railway station. I want to specifically check for engine report, coolant check, oil leaks, overall driveability and other general stuff.
Super helpful! Very clear in what he wants to convey. He reached before time, did the inspection including test drive within 30 minutes and explained everything to us in detail. Also added a couple of tips on insurance and future mechanic checks for the car. All in all, worth it.
Car expert needed for test drive & car inspection
$150
Taylors Hill VIC, Australia
3rd Aug 2025
Need someone who’s an expert on cars to test drive a Honda civic & get an inspection done. Meet up location is in Taylors Hill - will provide exact details upon offers received.
Great guy. Did good research & great attention to detail.
Test drive a car and pre purchase inspection
$40
West Footscray VIC, Australia
29th Jul 2025
Looking at buying a new car. Need someone to do a pre purchase inspection.
Great service! He was on site at the given time and really helpful. Definitely recommend.
Car inspection
$10
Altona North VIC, Australia
22nd Jul 2025
I want someone experienced with the cars and an experience in mechanical industry to assist me for an inspection of a car tomorrow. Let me know your quote
Really helped me save from a bad purchase! Looking forward in the future help.
Test & Tag Electrician – Before Council Inspection (Tomorrow Morning)
$200
Williamstown VIC, Australia
4th Jul 2025
Hi, I have a council inspection tomorrow 8am, and none of my appliances are tested and tagged yet. I need you onsite in the morning to test and tag all my plug-in equipment—around 5-6 items. It needs to be done onsite and ready before the inspector arrives. Can you bring your tester and tags, and possibly provide a short summary report or invoice with your license details?
Great work from Ahmed really helped me out
Vehicle inspection
$150
Footscray VIC, Australia
6th Jun 2025
Mechanical pre purchase inspection on volvo suv
Great guy.. very helpful.. report thorough