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Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection reviews in North West Melbourne

Jimmy was super punctual, responsive and easy to work with! Provided me with very genuine advice and prompted me for questions, explained things for me etc. I would highly recommend or contact again in future for help!

Pre-purchase inspection of vehicle

$150

Great guy with great knowledge and experience , helped me a lot with purchasing a used car.

Pre purchase car inspection

$165

Very thorough!

Lexus IS300H 2014 Pre Purchase Inspection

$150

Dion provided a great service at good value. Highly recommended

Pre purchase car inspection

$180

Professional and flexible with schedule. Thanks Matt!

Car inspection

$130

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

$150 - $233

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$150

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$172

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$233

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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 West Melbourne

Pre-inspection car

$200

Kalkallo VIC, Australia

12th Nov 2024

Car inspection Kia Picanto

Pre purchase inspection of Quintrex 520

$150

Sunbury VIC, Australia

11th Nov 2024

We are interstate and would like a qualified boat mechanic to inspect a Quintrex 520 Ocean Spirit, that is in Sunbury, on our behalf. Qualified boat mechanics only.

Pre purchase inspection

$150

Essendon Fields VIC, Australia

10th Nov 2024

Car has 50000ks and is 2023 cx5 maxx Highly likely in excellent condition but am not mechanical enough to be sure.

Inspection of a used car before purchase

$50

Ringwood VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2024

I want pre inspection of car which I want to purchase.

Pre purchase full car inspection at Roxburgh Park

$150

Craigieburn VIC, Australia

5th Oct 2024

Do full car pre purchase inspection at Roxburgh Park

Pre purchase car inspection

$250

Roxburgh Park VIC, Australia

28th Sep 2024

Would like to get a detailed pre purchase inspection (putting on a hoist and checking thoroghly) done on a Toyota Camry Ascent Sport Hybrid 2021 along with market value comparison.

Pre Purchase Car Inspection

$200

Kalkallo VIC, Australia

19th Sep 2024

I need an expert pre purchase inspector for camry inspection in kalkallo.

Excellent Service. Will Recommended to everyone.

Car inspection

$200

Campbellfield VIC, Australia

28th Jul 2024

Hi I’m wanting to buy a second hand car off fb marketplace and need a mechanic to inspect the car for me to ensure it’s in good condition before I buy it.

Awesome couple genuinely trying to help us folks who know nothing about cars. Lol thanks guy appreciate your help!

Inspect a light truck for pre purchase advise

$100

Coburg North VIC 3058, Australia

20th Jul 2024

Hello I'm purchasing a truck and I need a mechanical inspection done. It's a daihatsu Delta manual below 4.5tn Would need a licensed mechanic to come and Inspect it. Ideally could tell me as well as the mechanical condition of the engine, gear box, diff, brakes, steering,etc, what would it need in order to pass a rwc I'm planning to come to inspect on monday

Inspection car

$200

Mickleham VIC, Australia

14th Jul 2024

I need a professional mechanic to inspect the condition of the engine, transmission, electrical system, and check for computer errors in general.

Pre purchase inspection

$20

Fawkner VIC, Australia

24th Jun 2024

Pre purchase - Toyota car

Mechanic to do a pre purchase car inspection

$150

Broadmeadows VIC, Australia

21st Jun 2024

I am looking to purchase a car and because it was a repairable write off and it's a private sale I wish to make sure it's ok to buy. It has a RWC and VIV done.

Adam was very thorough and helpful and gave me peace of mind buying the car. I would highly recommend him.

Car inspection Avondale heights

$200

Avondale Heights VIC, Australia

7th Jun 2024

Looking for a mobile Car inspection

Sean surpassed my expectations! He was extremely helpful and thoroughly professional in all aspects of the service, every step of the way! From start to finish communication was great. Sean had inspected the car and had the priced dropped before I arrived. Sean was able to work with mytime line and provided a very detailed summary and report, to help me make a choice to buy or not. Sean is a lovely man and I highly recommend him. Thank you Sea

Car Inspection

$300

Hadfield VIC, Australia

18th May 2024

Requesting a mechanic to look at a car, which is for sale. Please meet at 11am Sunday 19th of May in Hadfield. Thank you

Pre purchase car inspection

$5

Greenvale VIC 3059, Australia

12th May 2024

Hi. I need a pre purchase car inspection for a vehicle today at 5:30pm in greenvale. It's a small Toyota Corolla hatch

Great service, was there on time, great communication and work

Pre purchase car inspection

$200

Coburg North VIC, Australia

28th Apr 2024

Going to look at 2017 kia sportage and would like mechanic to look at it before sale

Found many wrongs with the vehicle I thought was immaculate. Wouldn’t buy a car before he looks at it

Car engine inspection

$75

Coburg North VIC, Australia

12th Mar 2024

Need to inspect car engine

Car oil leak inspection/fix

$50

Craigieburn VIC, Australia

10th Mar 2024

2015 Volkswagen tiguan is leaking black/brown fluid. Also got a check coolant levels warning light. Need someone to quote me on a fix, or if you know what the issue is please make an offer.

Thanks David! Nice bloke

Pre-purchase vehicle inspection for van conversion

$150

Tullamarine VIC 3043, Australia

9th Mar 2024

I'm looking to purchase a 2015 Fiat Ducato refrigerated van in order to convert it into a camper. I need an experienced mechanic to do a pre-purchase inspection and advise what condition the vehicle is in, and what, if any, work needs to be done. I'm hoping for a RedBook Inspect-style go/no-go, and if there is work to be done, an estimate on the cost of that work in case I decide to proceed anyway. The vehicle is currently without roadworthy, and some dints and scratches that I would like evaluated and estimated to fix as well.

Fantastic help from Adam and Camilla, above and beyond expectations.

Pre purchase inspection ute

$200

Fawkner VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

Pre purchase inspection on a 2017 Mitsubishi Triton ute Test drive All the usual checks including condition on the tow ball/bar for towing