Pre-Purchase Inspection

A pre-purchase inspection can be conducted on any vehicle you plan on buying or selling. Carried out by our workshop, we offer different levels of complexity depending on how in-depth you want the car in question to be evaluated in relation to the vehicle's quality, safety, and performance.

Once conducted, you'll be provided a basic or comprehensive based on your choice of inspection; with this, you'll be able to determine whether the vehicle is roadworthy and in the represented condition the seller is selling the vehicle as.

All vehicle inspections are conducted at our workshop at 17-19 Terra Cotta Drive, Blackburn, VIC 3130 allowing us to utilize our hoist and tools if deemed necessary.

Why a pre-purchase inspection?

Are you buying a car? - Found the one? It's important you know the current vehicle condition, in and out. Our inspection will give you the complete evaluation of the quality of a car, allowing you to decide whether you are making the right choice. Buyers can also use this evaluation to negotiate a better price depending on the quality of the vehicle in question.

Are you selling your car? - Ready to let go? Conducting a pre-purchase inspection, or should we say pre-selling inspection can assist selling your car for the right price and price you want. With a positive evaluation, you are able to reassure potential buyers that the vehicle being inspected is in great condition and has been well looked after.

What does a pre-purchase inspection involve?

A pre-purchase inspection will be dependant on the vehicle in question though usually including the following.

Engine & Transmission (Including/excluding Engine Compression Test)
Tires
Wheels & Brakes
Drivetrain
Steering & Suspension
Interior
Electrical Components
Undercarriage
Exterior

The vehicle in question may be subject to road testing to check engine performance and all mechanical parts.

Benefits of a pre-purchase evaluation

Identify potential and current problems. Potential problems are not obvious to the untrained eye. We will evaluate the vehicle in question and report any issues we may discover as well as any concerns that may arise in the future helping you decide whether the vehicle is worth purchasing or not.
Save money. Purchasing any vehicle with hidden or undisclosed issues will cost you hundreds if not thousands of dollars worth of repairs, knowing what you are purchasing prior to handing your money over will undoubtedly save you money.
Purchase/Sell with confidence. Purchasing used cars is risky when you don't know what to look out for, hidden defects are a common issue and we're here to help find them. A pre-purchase inspection will give you peace of mind that you are purchasing a vehicle in good condition for a good price.
Sell for more. Selling your vehicle? A pre-purchase evaluation from us will give all potential buyers the transparency and confidence that they are purchasing a quality vehicle; even more so you will be in a good position when it comes down to negotiating the price.

Pricing

$199.95 - Basic Pre-Purchase Inspection

Our bare-bones pre-purchase inspection; our qualified mechanic will evaluate your vehicle top to bottom, inside and out. Involving an inspection of all body, interior and underbody, furthermore inspecting all mechanical components from the engine to suspension parts, finished with a driving test and written evaluation.

$299.95 - Comprehensive Pre-Purchase Inspection

Our comprehensive check is our head to toe vehicle check including everything in our basic package and an engine compression test, here, we will thoroughly check the health of your engine and individual cylinders giving you the complete rundown of the vehicle being inspected. The vehicle will also be test driven and the customer given a written evaluation.

Book in a pre-purchase inspection

Book in your pre-purchase inspection by contacting the V-Spec Performance team at (03) 9877 7736, alternatively send us an email at sales@vspecperformance.com.au or via the contact us page found here.