Pre-purchase used car inspection Austin TX - 150 point inspection $149
PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION

Know what you're buying. Before you buy it.

$149 FLAT RATE

The $149 that could save you thousands.

Buying a used car is stressful. The seller says it runs great. The photos look good. But what's really going on under the hood? Behind that fresh detail job, there could be problems waiting to become your problems.

We'll come to wherever the car is—seller's driveway, dealership lot, wherever—and give it a thorough, unbiased inspection. You'll know exactly what you're getting into before you hand over your money.

Mechanic performing comprehensive pre-purchase inspection on used car Austin
150+ POINT INSPECTION

We check everything.

Engine & Drivetrain

  • Engine condition and sounds
  • Oil condition and leaks
  • Transmission operation
  • Coolant system
  • Belts and hoses
  • Exhaust system

Brakes & Suspension

  • Brake pad thickness
  • Rotor condition
  • Brake fluid
  • Shocks and struts
  • Ball joints and tie rods
  • Wheel bearings

Electrical Systems

  • Battery test
  • Alternator output
  • Starter operation
  • All lights and signals
  • Computer scan for codes
  • A/C operation

Body & Frame

  • Accident damage signs
  • Frame integrity
  • Rust and corrosion
  • Panel gaps and paint
  • Glass condition
  • Door and trunk operation

Interior & Safety

  • Seat belts and airbags
  • Dashboard warning lights
  • HVAC operation
  • Power windows/locks
  • Gauges and displays
  • Odometer verification

Tires & Wheels

  • Tread depth
  • Tire condition and age
  • Uneven wear patterns
  • Wheel condition
  • Spare tire check
  • TPMS operation
YOUR REPORT

A complete picture, not just a thumbs up.

After the inspection, you'll receive a detailed digital report with:

  • Photos — Visual documentation of any issues we find
  • Immediate Concerns — Things that need attention now
  • Future Concerns — Things to budget for down the road
  • Estimated Costs — What repairs might run you, useful for negotiating
  • Our Recommendation — Honest advice on whether to buy
Detailed pre-purchase inspection report Austin TX

Real stories. Real savings.

$3,200

Hidden transmission issue we caught on a "perfect" truck

$1,800

Customer used our report to negotiate off the asking price

$0

What they paid for the flood-damaged car we told them to walk away from

HOW IT WORKS

Easy as 1-2-3.

1

Book the Inspection

Tell us the car's location—private seller's house, dealership, wherever. Coordinate a time when the car will be available.

2

We Inspect

Our mechanic arrives, performs the comprehensive inspection (about 60-90 minutes), and documents everything.

3

Get Your Report

You receive a detailed digital report with photos, prioritized issues, estimated repair costs, and our honest recommendation—usually within a few hours.

QUESTIONS

Inspection FAQs.

Reputable sellers expect buyers to do inspections—it's standard practice. If a seller refuses to let you have the car inspected, that's a major red flag. We've had very few sellers decline, and the ones who did were almost certainly hiding something.

Absolutely. We inspect cars at dealerships all the time. Just let the dealer know you're having an independent inspection done. Most are completely fine with it—they know serious buyers do their homework.

Plan for about 60-90 minutes. We're thorough. We'd rather spend the extra time and catch something than rush through and miss an issue. You're welcome to be present or we can handle it and send you the report.

Nope. Many of our customers are buying cars from out of the area. We can coordinate directly with the seller, do the inspection, and send you the full report digitally. You can call us to discuss findings.

That's the point! If we find issues, you can use our report to negotiate the price down, ask the seller to fix things before purchase, or walk away entirely. $149 is cheap insurance against a $5,000 mistake.

Found a car you like?

Before you buy, let us check it out. $149 could save you thousands—or give you confidence you're getting a good one.