Pre-purchase inspections in Manchester, CT
Know exactly what you're buying before you sign — a top-to-bottom look at any used car, with the model's known trouble spots front and center.
A used European car can be a great buy or an expensive mistake, and the difference is usually hidden underneath. Before you hand over the money, let us put it on the lift and tell you what you're really looking at.
We check the mechanical condition, look hard at the known problem areas for that specific model and year, and give you an honest report you can use to walk away or negotiate.
What the job can involve
Not every car needs every item. Scope depends on the vehicle and its condition.
Engine, drivetrain, brakes, suspension, and leaks, on the lift.
The known weak points for that exact make, model, and year.
A full fault-code scan and a road test to confirm how it drives.
A straight write-up so you can buy, negotiate, or walk away.
A couple hundred dollars now can save you thousands after you've signed. We tell you what the seller won't.
Schedule an inspection
Tell us the car you're considering and where it is, and we'll get you booked before you commit.
Common questions
Can you inspect a car I haven't bought yet?+
Yes — that's exactly what a pre-purchase inspection is for. Bring the car in, or coordinate with the seller, and we'll give you an honest assessment before you commit.
What does a pre-purchase inspection cover?+
Mechanical condition, the known problem areas for that specific model, a full fault-code scan, and a road test — everything that should affect your decision or your offer.
Bring your import to people who actually specialize in it.
Tell us the make, model, and what it is doing. We give you an honest quote before any work starts.