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Pink Slip Inspection - Vespa Scooter
$50
Very helpful.
Pre-purchase car inspection
$120
Claude completed a pre purchase inspection on a van for my friend and I. He was very professional, friendly and thorough. He seemed genuine and gave both the sellers and us his honestly opinion.
Pre-purchase car inspection
$120
Nice bloke, knows about Mitsubishi motors and did a good job.
I need pre purchase car inspection
$150
Great mechanic and amazing service. He was on time, very responsive, super helpful to examinate the cars we wanted to purchase and I will reccomend him to whoever needs a job done by him!
Pre purchase car inspection
$125
This was the 1st time I looked into buying a car and hired a mechanic for an inspection. Paul was absolutely a delight to deal with and his decades of experience offered everything you could ask to know bout cars and more I didn’t end up buying the car I got Paul to help me look into. For that I actually wanna say a big thank you to him, for saving me tons of headaches and times and money that I would have gotten myself into, lol He’s a timely professional mechanic with keen eyes looking for details and suspicions, full of knowledge logic and FUN He explained those very complicated car things during our test drive in an easy-to-understand way, so I got to know the current and future related issues with the car He helped me negotiated with the seller, also warned them bout the car’s issue (dunno if it made any sense to them tho cos they seemed to just want the $) He also spent ++ time giving me insights bout buying used cars and stuff Was just a delight to work with. Highly recommended!
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Been thinking about upgrading your car? If you’re buying second-hand, it’s always a good idea to get a pre purchase car inspection to make sure you’re not buying a lemon. There are no guarantees when buying used cars and without mechanical experience, it’s hard to know whether a car is safe and in good working order. Not all issues are a deal breaker, but you should still be aware of them before you buy. A car inspection by an experienced mechanic will make you aware of current or potential problems that could have turned your bargain buy into a regretful purchase.
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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
Pink Slip inspection
$100
Glebe NSW, Australia
22nd Apr 2024
Pink slip required for registration
Need a registered Car inspection person
$100
Mount Waverley VIC, Australia
22nd Apr 2024
Buying a used car from online . Need a licensed person to check the vehicle.
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 car inspection
$150
Elsternwick VIC, Australia
22nd Apr 2024
I am looking to buy a 2018 Toyota Landcruiser Prado GXL from a private seller in Elsternwick and I need an inspection done. Here is the ad on Carsales https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/2018-toyota-landcruiser-prado-gxl-auto-4x4/SSE-AD-16987258
Pre purchase car inspection
$220
Penrith NSW, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Need a mechanic to check out a 2019 Toyota Yaris before I purchase second hand
Great to work with, helped me with a pre purchase check on a car.
Pre car inspection
$50
Caringbah NSW, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Look at a car I’m going to buy
Car inspection
$100
Ipswich QLD, Australia
21st Apr 2024
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Pre purchase car inspection
$100
Ipswich QLD, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Pre purchase car inspection
Second hand car purchase inspection
$100
Dee Why NSW 2099, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Pre purchase car inspection, 4.0 litre Ford Territory 2008 located in Dee Why. I would like an engine check before purchase. I have test driven and don't notice anything, looking for second opinion.
Help me out great and great turn around
Pre-purchase car inspection
$300
Leppington NSW, Australia
20th Apr 2024
Need a pre-purchase car inspection done by a qualified mechanic who has the authority to certify used Mercedes-Benz cars for purchase.
Super thorough, professional, clear and communicative. Appreciate the help and advice!
Pre-purchase car inspection
$170
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
19th Apr 2024
I'm about to purchase a second hand car and I'd like a mechanic to inspect before I go ahead with it.
Amazing service, very responsive, professional and reliable. I'll recommend Courtney to all my friends and use his services again when needed! Thank you :)
Pre purchase inspection of a used car
$200
Moorabbin VIC, Australia
15th Apr 2024
Just wanting to buy a car from a dealer and would like to get a pre purchase inspection that checks for everything including fault codes
Sean was absolutely amazing! so thorough and really helped me with buying a car, which is such a nerve wracking experience. Even helped me negotiate a good price! Cant recommend him enough
Mechanic for a van inspection . Mercedes 2012 model
$100
Wallacia NSW, Australia
15th Apr 2024
Need a mechanic for inspection of a Mercedes van 2012 model . Van is in Wallacia . Preferably tune 11am to 2 pm. Thanks
Great communication and explanation about the van . Very helpful. Saved my. $$$$ today . Really appreciate him . Thanks man .
Pre purchase car inspection
$100
North Gosford NSW, Australia
14th Apr 2024
Pre purchase car inspection for 2013 Triton
Will choose Robin every time for pre purchase car inspections. Incredibly thorough and a wealth of experience. Highly recommend.
Electric Moped pre-purchase inspection
$100
South Morang VIC 3752, Australia
10th Apr 2024
Looking to have an electric moped inspected prior to purchase
Fantastic communication every step of task and incredibly thorough with the report for a pre-inspection. 5 stars!
Pre-purchase Truck inspection
$150
Laverton North VIC, Australia
10th Apr 2024
Hi Looking for a reliable mechanic to do an inspection over a truck at Laverton North VIC. And advise the conditions of the truck. This includes, inspection, photos, and videos Car listed on auction site so any one can view Truck Can be accessed during the working days 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. It is 2017 JMC chassi truck diesel engine
Sean did a great job at inspecting a vehicle Great on communication, done it on time Couldn’t get much information about the engine as the car failed to jump start.
Car inspection
$200
Ultimo NSW, Australia
5th Apr 2024
Looking for a mechanic to do a pre purchase inspection on a ford falcon in Ultimo asap, any suggestions on how to do with the rain
Saved me hassle by pointing out flaws
Pre purchase inspection (van)
$80
Melbourne VIC, Australia
2nd Apr 2024
I need a pre purchase check of a van that I might want to buy. Unfortunately I can’t be there so basically I need someone checking the vehicle for me, that means good communication and mechanical experience. The van is gonna be around Albert park.
Good and easy communication
Car inspection mechanic
$140
Kensington NSW, Australia
27th Mar 2024
Need a mechanic to inspect a BMW 325i car for purchasing purpose. Thanks
Very experienced guy for European cars. They are specialist for BMW. I would highly recommend them.
Pre purchase car inspection - 1990 Toyota Hiace
$200
Sydney NSW, Australia
27th Mar 2024
We are thinking of buying a 1990 Toyota Hiace and we are looking for experienced mechanic to examine the car for us.
We are very satisfied with the service. Mitchell was very thorough and efficient. He gave us good advice. We would recommend him for sure.