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Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection reviews in Outer East Melbourne

I recommend Sid for any mechanical inspection. He will definitely help you to buy a reliable car. Flexible and punctual.

Pre purchase car inspection

$50

Very responsive and professional. Happy to recommend.

I need pre purchase car inspection

$200

Very happy with the vehicle pre-purchase service provided. Friendly, on time, verbal report on the vehicle straight after review and great written report shortly. Would definitely use again. Thanks Dion!

I need pre purchase car inspection

$150

Completed the task in very short notice. Very happy with the service.

Pre Purchase Car inspection

$150

Dion was super helpful, friendly and made the experience much more comfortable. I will definitely be using his services again in future.

I need pre purchase car inspection

$150

Quick, responsive and thorough job. Completed two inspections for two different cars on the same day and was flexible with timing. Thanks for your help!

I need pre purchase car inspection

$200

What's the average cost of a pre-purchase car inspection specialist in Outer East Melbourne

$150 - $200

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$150

median

$170

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$200

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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 Outer East Melbourne

Pre Purchase Vehicle Inspection

$200

Wantirna South VIC, Australia

22nd Apr 2024

Pre Purchase Vehicle inspection 2009 Landcruiser Sahara 233,000km Full Service History

Pre purchase inspection

$150

Ringwood VIC, Australia

20th Apr 2024

Hi there, I need a mechanic to perform a pre inspection check on Sunday 21st April for a 2014 Mazda 3 Hatch Maxx in Ringwood 3134 Victoria.

Adam and Camilla were amazing. They were able to fill us in last minute (less than 12 hours) for a pre inspection and detailed very clearly any issues which could come up in the future. We would 100% call them again if we need a check done!

Pre-purchase inspection

$220

Wonga Park VIC, Australia

26th Mar 2024

PLEASE NOTE: do not offer to complete this task if you plan on renegotiating once the offer is accepted, or you want to discuss alternative payment methods e.g. bank transfer. I will report this to Air Tasker. I need a mechanic to inspect a 2014 Ford Focus (manual transmission) at 10am tomorrow in Wonga Park. I’ll need the report back by 3pm latest.

Sean completed a pre-purchase inspection on a car I was interested in. His service was quick, efficient and friendly and gave me piece of mind to go ahead with the car purchase.

Pre purchase car inspection

$200

Wantirna VIC, Australia

16th Mar 2024

Looking for a mechanic with availability 17/03/24 at 1 pm for a pre inspection purchase of a 2012 Ford territory.

Excellent communication and was extremely thorough and helpful with a pre purchase inspection. Would highly recommend ☺️

Pre purchase inspection of a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee

$150

Nunawading VIC, Australia

5th Mar 2024

I need a mechanic to do a pre-purchase inspection of a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4WD. Located at a dealership in Nunawading and hoping to purchase before end of the week provided no major faults from inspection. 160,000kms, 6cyl 3.0L Diesel, Automatic

Amazing work from Adam highlighting a few minor issues and gave me good advice on how to approach this! Would highly recommend

Motorbike mechanic inspection

$60

Wantirna VIC, Australia

28th Feb 2024

Just motorbike.purchasing need someone to inspect before buying

Pre purchase inspection for a 4x4 Toyota

$150

Rowville VIC, Australia

9th Feb 2024

I need a reliable and complete pre purchase inspection that will tell me if the car is reliable enough. Must come to Rowville. Price negotiable - Due date: Before Friday, 9 February 2024

Muni was amazing. He was on time, very polite and helpful. It's honestly just what we needed. Defenetly going to keep his number for futures occasions.

Pre purchase car inspection

$70

Vermont VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2024

2010 Volkswagen need closely inspected by qualified mechanic - Due date: Flexible

Pre purchase car inspection

$120

Ringwood VIC, Australia

26th Jan 2024

I’m looking at buying a car and need a qualified mechanic to check it out for me to make sure all is in order - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 27 January 2024

Saved me a fortune in repairs on a purchase. Highly recommend !

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

Wantirna South VIC, Australia

16th Jan 2024

I’m looking to buy a second hand van and would like someone to come have a look with me to check it’s in good condition / worth the price.

Pre purchase inspection on 2013 Pajero

$250

Croydon VIC, Australia

11th Jan 2024

Pre purchase inspection on 2013 Pajero located in Croydon, the car has some after market accessories (2in lift) and I would like to know if they have been fitted correctly and if the car is in overall good condition. Vehicle ad: https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/2013-mitsubishi-pajero-vr-x-nw-auto-4x4-my13/SSE-AD-16165472

Prompt and excellent attention to detail. Had all the right tools, a professional service all around.

Car inspection

$50

Mitcham VIC, Australia

30th Dec 2023

Pre purchase car inspection - Due date: Flexible

Pre car purchase inspection

$120

Bayswater VIC, Australia

18th Dec 2023

Pre car purchase inspection. Might need 2 inspections this week depending on how the first one goes. - Due date: Before Thursday, 21 December 2023

Adam makes life easier by taking the guesswork out of the way. He arrived earlier before the appointment and inspected the car before we reached. Then made some good propositions and helped in the negotiation. It was a breeze!

Pre-Purchase Car Inspection

$200

Nunawading VIC 3131, Australia

28th Sep 2023

Looking to purchase a second hand car and need an independent mechanical pre-purchase car inspection. Car Details: 2016 MINI COUNTRYMAN COOPER S F60 KM's: 85,819 Location: Nunawading VIC 3131 - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 29 September 2023

Fraser is a brilliant mechanic and I’d highly recommend him for any pre-patches car inspection. Thank you.

Pre purchase inspection and maybe roadworthy certificate

$50

Greenvale VIC, Australia

26th Aug 2023

Hi there I am looking at purchasing a used Subaru Outback. The seller is not selling with a RWC. Need someone to do a pre purchase inspection and give me a rough estimate to make it roadworthy (if it isn’t roadworthy). Also if you can do a RWC, please add to your offer with a comment. Thanks - Due date: Flexible

Car mechanic/inspection

$80

Boronia VIC, Australia

10th Jul 2023

Car inspection for any issues on BMW 325i 2008 model ,prior to buying/sale - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 11 July 2023

Adam is excellent in his task, very informative, would recommend

Vehicle inspection

$100

Warranwood VIC 3134, Australia

18th Jun 2023

Pre purchase car inspection service- View and test drive a car that is for sale and provide a summary of inspection including status of car interior and exterior, tyres, engine and drivability. - Due date: Flexible

Muni was a great help in providing a car assessment. He was knowledgeable and informed and answered my questions quickly and with no fuss. Highly recommend.

Car coolant leaking need inspection

$10

Warrandyte VIC 3113, Australia

20th May 2023

Car coolant leaking due to water pump(maybe) broken. Need inspection first.

Arben B is the best/friend mechanical engineering I met in Melbourne in my 40 years life in Australia. He is super experience, easy communicate, nice friendly with his client. I recommend him in business. You will not to be disappointed with his behaviour.

Vehicle pre-pruchase inspection

$220

Rowville VIC, Australia

12th Apr 2023

Pre-purchase inspection of Toyota Rav4 Diesel 2015 in Rowville, Victoria that I'm looking to purchase. Needs to be completed in the next two days.

Amazing service by Fraser! Quick and a lot of detail added. Would highly recommend.

Pre-purchase car inspection

$100

Montrose VIC 3765, Australia

5th Apr 2023

Looking for a car mechanic to do a pre-purchase vehicle inspection. It's a 2014 Toyota Corolla and the car's location is Montrose VIC. - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 6 April 2023

Fraser is one of the best in his fields. Well aware of everything and helped me a lot to inspect my first car. He explains everything thoroughly and patiently. Checked every mechanical and technical issues. Made me sure I understood and well aware of the possible upcoming expenses. Highly recommend and definitely use his service again in future.