No matter how confident the dealer is that your used car will be in top condition, it’s still advisable to have an independent inspection done before you buy. This service is offered at our shop to ensure that our customers never buy a lemon. This inspection will let you know if the car you are considering buying is worth it or if you should continue looking on the used-car lot.
We Can Find Hidden Damage
We do more than just check the tires when we perform a pre-purchase inspection. To ensure there are no hidden damages, we inspect the vehicle from the roof down to the tires. There are clues on a vehicle’s body that can reveal if it has been involved in an accident. You would not know anything if the accident wasn’t reported. Hidden damage is what we are looking for.
We Can Find Fire/Water Damage
We also inspect the vehicle to make sure it has never been set on fire or flooded. You may lose the years you want from your vehicle due to this. We will immediately notify you if we find flood or fire damage so that you can get the next car you’ve got your eye on. Both fire and flood damage can be significant and, even though it has been repaired, it can cause the used vehicle to have a lot of problems.
All Systems Can Be Tested
To ensure everything works properly, we will test all components, accessories, and systems. To ensure that the battery and alternator produce electricity, we will also test them. We will also inspect the electrical system for frayed wiring and other issues. To ensure you don’t find any issues, we recommend you take the vehicle on an extended test drive.
Visually Inspect the Engine
We also inspect the engine visually during our pre-purchase inspection. To determine if any engine parts need to be replaced, we inspect them all. You will have to replace the engine parts if the owner of the vehicle has not maintained the vehicle. If this is the case, it may be better to look for different used-car on the dealer’s lot or from another private seller.
We will then run a diagnostic test in order to verify that there are not any error codes being reported to the engine control system. The diagnostic test is the best way to determine if there are any serious problems with your vehicle. Bring your used car to us today.