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  • Pre purchase inspection
  • Car inspection
  • Used car inspection
  • Pre purchase van inspection
  • … or anything else
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Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection reviews in South Brisbane

Tate was more than helpful. Super knowledge and super thorough in his pre purchase vehicle inspection. Can not recommend him enough. Grateful for his professionalism and helpfulness.

I need pre purchase car inspection

$100

Tate did a great job on a pre- purchase inspection. Highly recommend Tate.

I need pre purchase car inspection

$150

Punctual, thorough, helpful and honest. 10/10 highly recommend.

I need pre purchase car inspection

$150

Thanks Tate, awesome service

I need pre purchase car inspection

$90

Awesome attitude, down to earth and incredibly knowledgeable, thank you Tate

I need pre purchase car inspection

$100

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

$122 - $200

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$150

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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 South Brisbane

Car pre purchase inspection

$100

Eight Mile Plains QLD, Australia

4th Nov 2024

Need to get mobile pre purchase inspection done asap in kuraby

Pre purchase inspection Holden Barina

$128

Eight Mile Plains QLD, Australia

4th Nov 2024

Used car pre purchase inspection 2017 Holden Barina Must be done by qualified mechanic Need done by Wednesday the 6th

Pre Purchase Car Inspection

$250

Mount Gravatt East QLD 4122, Australia

1st Nov 2024

Need a mechanic for a pre purchase car inspection today/tomorrow (Friday/Sat), for a Mitsubishi ASX 2014. Located in Mount Gravatt East

Alex was quick, efficient, flexible with timing and gave some really good insights. highly recommend!

General servicing and inspection

$160

Mansfield QLD, Australia

30th Oct 2024

Honda hrv 2017 general servicing and inspection. I can drive around brisbane for servicing( Price negotiable)

Pre-purchase car inspection

$150

Sunnybank QLD, Australia

28th Oct 2024

Before purchasing a car, I wanted a Pre Inspection done to review if the car is perfectly fine before buying. An inspection report would be great. The car will be available to inspect on 30th Wednesday at 6pm at SunnyBank Plaza.

He was extremely professional and gave me honest feedback.

Car pre purchase inspection

$150

Pallara QLD, Australia

16th Oct 2024

Looking for someone to do a PPI this afternoon. The car is a BMW E82 125i.

Nice and easy to work with!

Pre purchase car inspection

$150

Cannon Hill QLD 4170, Australia

16th Oct 2024

inspect a used car with me at 4:30pm. model is 2008 Toyota Corolla ascent auto f.

very nice person, detail oriented, help me inspect the car thoroughly. gave me genuine advice on whether to buy the car and helped me negotiate the price.

Pre-purchase used car inspection

$200

Rocklea QLD, Australia

10th Oct 2024

My partner and I are buying our first car (second hand) in Australia. We have found a dealership that we want to buy from (already visited it to suss it out and seems ok) and are planning to go and look at a few on Saturday that we are interested in. We will narrow it down to one or two when we get there, but we would like a professional mechanic to come out and meet us there to look over them/help with the assessment to make sure there's nothing wrong with them :)

Matt was absolutely amazing and so knowledgeable for a pre used car inspection. He gave great advice and identified a number of issues with the car that we needed to be aware of. We'd definitely use him again! Highly recommend.

Pre sale car inspection - 2014 Hyundai i20

$150

Sunnybank Hills QLD, Australia

27th Sep 2024

We want a thorough pre sale inspection of a car before buying. If any problems at all in the car, it should be reported to the buyer. BTW, I am buyer 😂

Pre-purchase car inspection

$100

Annerley QLD, Australia

27th Sep 2024

I have a 2010 Honda Odyssey that I need inspected.

Pre Purchase used car inspection

$150

Algester QLD, Australia

1st Sep 2024

Pre purchase used car inspection on Lexus ct200h. Ideally around 11am.

Darren was amazing, even helped me get the car for cheaper than what I was initially paying, just go with him, he’s very thorough and knows his stuff.

Used car pre purchase inspection

$90

Calamvale QLD, Australia

26th Aug 2024

Hi , I would like a mechanic to have a look at a car we are wanting to purchase

Soliman was very helpful with an inspection on a car we were wanting to buy , I would totally recommend him to everyone.

Wanted a pre purchase inspection for a 2008 nissan 350z in Rochedale

$120

Rochedale QLD, Australia

18th Aug 2024

Pre purchase inspection for a 2008 nissan 350z.

Detailed report, Punctual, easy to work with and communicate

Car inspection before buying

$250

Sunnybank QLD, Australia

18th Aug 2024

Pre car purchase inspection needed. Car is a Mazda 2 Max 2014. Facebook listing agreed to meet to inspect the car at 5pm on Monday.

Pre purchase car inspection

$120

Coopers Plains QLD, Australia

14th Aug 2024

Pre purchase inspection for 4x4 3.2L 2006 triton Has 180***ks Test driving tomorrow at 11am but can arrange another visit

Smoke Alarm inspection

$5

Eight Mile Plains QLD, Australia

24th Jul 2024

Please inspect the smoke alarms and I found one of them is open not sure if we will need battery replacement or other treatment. please see the picture and let me know your price and availability, I will either make myself or the tenant available for the time.

Mechanic help for Pre-purchase car inspection

$150

Parkinson QLD, Australia

11th Jul 2024

Need help with inspecting car, identify any problem point and negotiation

Pre Purchase Car Inspection

$150

Sunnybank Hills QLD, Australia

6th Jul 2024

Qualified mechanic required to provide pre purchase inspection of Honda CRV. Mechanical and exterior and interior inspection required with written report provided.

Muzza was very though and extermely helpful. He spent time detailing any problems wand how they could be resolved. I would certainly recommend him.

Pre purchase inspection

$100

Rochedale QLD, Australia

4th Jul 2024

Needing a pre purchase inspection done on a car before I travel 3 hours to view it.

(mechanic) pre purchase inspection of a Mercedes camper van

$100

Camp Hill QLD 4152, Australia

21st Jun 2024

Pre purchase inspection of a Mercedes camper van mb 140