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Recent Pre Purchase Car Inspection reviews in West Melbourne

Great communication, provided comprehensive written report and explained everything well! Thanks Dion!

Pre-purchase vehicle inspection

$150

Very helpful and informative

Pre purchase inspection

$150

Very thorough inspection. Thanks again

Toyota Coaster 2010 inspection

$200

Dion does a very thorough check and shares a detailed report. Highly recommended. Thanks Dion.

Pre Purchase Car inspection

$100

Would say 6 stars but it's as high as I can go 😊 Chris was great from the get go for advice and answered any questions with bucketloads of knowledge from years in the car business. He made sure it was easy to understand whatever your level of car knowledge was. Straight talker and always lots of communication and advice. Found several little issues with the car that made sure I could get the dealer to fix them before I chose to go ahead. If your going to drop buckets of cash on a second hand car, do yourself a favour and pay a fee to get Chris to look it over, in the long term he could save you thousands and a lot of aggro. Would highly recommend and definitely use again.

I need pre purchase car inspection

$150

Friendly guy, provided great service.

Broken broken suspension need inspection

$50

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

$150 - $206

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$150

median

$175

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$206

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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 Vehicle Inspection

$100

Laverton VIC, Australia

27th Oct 2024

Need to inspect a Mitsubishi Oulander in Laverton Monday at a car dealership

Car inspection report

$200

Werribee VIC, Australia

22nd Oct 2024

Need Car inspection report to sell my car

Vehicle inspection

$75

Williamstown VIC, Australia

21st Oct 2024

Need to inspect a vehicle mechanical and electrical system, Scan the vehicle and take pictures and videos of the vehicle.

Car Mechanic - Vehicle Inspection Report Only

$190

Sunshine VIC, Australia

19th Oct 2024

My BMW X5 began emitting smoke from the exhaust and engine, prompting me to take it to a mechanic. Over a year later the car was still not fixed. New engine was put in but vehicle was still smoking heavily, leaking oil and not running correctly. Need a mechanics expert opinion in writing on the work done to the vehicle. Was the new engine successfully put into the vehicle etc etc Don’t need the mechanic to fix, just a professional & honest report of the work done to the car by the previous mechanic

Pre purchase car inspection st albans Mazda cx 7

$200

St Albans VIC, Australia

17th Oct 2024

Pre purchase car inspection mazda cx7

Great guy. I dodged a bullet because of Sean's expertise.

Full inspection of a used Audi5 we are thinking of purchasing

$200

Tarneit VIC, Australia

15th Oct 2024

Audi 5 Need it to he checked before we purchase in Tarneit

Got Sean to inspect a car for me and Thank god I did as the car was a real lemon. Thx to Sean he saved us from spending much more money that the car was worth. He was prompt and gave me a full run down in depth. Way and beyond what I expected. I highly recommend Sean for all your car needs, u will definitely be happy and satisfied with his service.

Car inspection before buying

$150

Werribee VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2024

Hyundai Veloster 2013 Need it thoroughly checked over before purchasing

Thanks for the great job

Car Mechanic - Vehicle Inspection Report Only

$190

Sunshine VIC, Australia

27th Sep 2024

My BMW X5 began emitting smoke from the exhaust and engine, prompting me to take it to a mechanic. Over a year later the car was still not fixed. New engine was put in but vehicle was still smoking heavily, leaking oil and not running correctly. Need a mechanics expert opinion in writing on the work done to the vehicle. Was the new engine successfully put into the vehicle etc etc Don’t need the mechanic to fix, just a professional & honest report of the work done to the car by the previous mechanic Has to completed no later than Monday 30.09.2024

Amazing thank you -

Inspection of Used Car which i am planning to purchase

$150

Truganina VIC, Australia

21st Sep 2024

I am planning to purchase 2017 Subaru Impreza 4WD from a person in Truganina and wanted to inspect the condition of the car before making my decision to purchase.

I had Adam inspect a car before I bought it, and he was fantastic! He went over every detail and explained things in a way I could easily understand. His thoroughness and honest advice gave me complete confidence in my purchase decision. It’s rare to find such a trustworthy mechanic, and I’m so glad I did. If you need a reliable and skilled mechanic, I highly recommend Adam!

Pre inspection

$100

Tarneit VIC, Australia

18th Sep 2024

I wanna inspect mazda cx 7 2008 auto, arround 12 - 1 pm on tarneit

Muni is a amazing guy and he presneted all his qualifications. He quoted an exact price for the RWC and all the costs. I would recoomend him for any other people looking fot qualifed mechanics.

Pre purchase car check swift 2012 Tarneit

$100

Tarneit VIC, Australia

15th Sep 2024

I am looking for a reliable and experienced mechanic to conduct a thorough pre-purchase inspection of a Suzuki Swift 2012 model. The car is located in Tarneit I need a detailed report covering: • Engine and transmission condition • Suspension, brakes, and steering check • Body and paint condition • Any signs of rust or wear and tear, Accidents • Interior features and electronics functionality • Any potential issues or upcoming repairs needed

Inspection for car

$100

St Albans VIC, Australia

30th Aug 2024

Need some expert mechanics to have a look at the used car which i am think of buying

Very much experienced and personalised service

Need a mechanic for used car purchase inspection

$100

Point Cook VIC, Australia

26th Aug 2024

Used car purchase inspection Unsure of the location for now cause I am just looking around

Pre inspection car check

$140

St Albans VIC, Australia

21st Aug 2024

I’m looking to buy a Nissan X trail and want professional advice before buying it. Car had RWC 2 months ago but has expired

Really good communication and expertise.

Car Pre inspection

$200

Tarneit VIC, Australia

10th Aug 2024

Pre inspection of a second hand car

Pre purchase vehicle inspection

$150

Clayton South VIC, Australia

4th Aug 2024

I’m looking to purchase a car for my sister and need someone to assist with a pre purchase inspection to make sure the card is in good condition The car is 2011 Kia Cerato Si Auto MY11

Pre Purchase Vehicle Inspection - 2012 Hino 300

$300

Williamstown North VIC, Australia

1st Aug 2024

Pre Purchase vehicle inspection required in Williamstown North on a 2012 Hino 300 Series 617 Trade Ace. Looking mainly at mechanical, electrical and potential suspension issues. Ideally this can be completed by August 9.

Fantastic to deal with, super efficient and great communication

Inspection of job

$5

Altona Meadows VIC 3028, Australia

20th Jul 2024

come take a look at job to determine cost

Pre purchase inspection of a diesel, automatic Hyundai i30 2011

$250

Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia

3rd Jun 2024

I'm looking for someone, preferably a mechanic, to do a detailed pre purchase inspection of a diesel, automatic Hyundai i30 2011, including decent length test drive at different speeds. Afterwards, I would like to have a quick chat on the phone to run over the condition of the car.

Sean did a very thorough check on the car. He was good to communicate with and provided an easy-to-understand, both verbally and in writing. I’d highly recommend him for work of this kind.

On site Car inspection -Altona

$100

Altona VIC 3018, Australia

19th May 2024

Hi there just require an car inspection as soon as possible before 7pm today (Sunday)

Great service!! He is very polite.