Vehicle inspection

We can take a look under the bonnet

A vehicle inspection is good insurance against buying an expensive set of repair or maintenance bills along with your used car. We’ll review systems and components and tell you what’s wrong, and what’s right, with the car.

Pre-purchase inspection

Know what you're buying

Thinking about buying a used car? Bring it to us before you hand over the cash. We’ll put you in a good bargaining position because you’ll know what’s wrong, and what’s right, with the car.

What we check

A thorough look, top to bottom

Maintenance records

We review the available maintenance records: what's been done and what will be needed soon.

Brakes, belts and hoses

When is the timing belt due? Replacing a timing belt and associated components can cost $750–$1,000.

Fluid leaks

Some leaks are minor. Others can add significant repair costs.

Accident, repair or rust damage

Damage to the body or suspension can significantly decrease the car's value. Simple kerb hits can bend control arms and affect the hub assembly and other parts that aren't readily visible.

Brake condition

Are the pads close to needing replacement? Have the rotors overheated or worn from metal-to-metal contact?

Frame, shocks, struts and axles

Are the shocks or struts leaking? Replacing struts means a four-wheel alignment too. Are the CV joints torn, leaking or worn?

Tyre life

Will the tyres need replacing soon? Are they safe? Does the car need an alignment? Tyre wear tells us a lot about the suspension.

Be an informed consumer

Buy with confidence and steer clear of a money pit. Book a vehicle inspection before you buy that used car.