Pre-Purchase Inspection

Service Description

Drive with Confidence, Not Doubt. Our non-invasive pre-purchase inspection provides a comprehensive evaluation of a vehicle before you commit. We help ensure your potential investment is roadworthy, accurately represented, and worth the asking price. This service is specifically tailored for collector cars, exotics, modern performance vehicles, and enthusiast-owned cars where condition and originality directly dictate market value. When buying at a distance, you need "eyes on the ground" you can trust. Our experienced inspectors travel to the vehicle to perform a thorough, buyer-focused assessment—saving you time, money, and the risk of an expensive surprise. What Our Inspection Covers: Paint & Body Integrity: Using professional paint depth gauges, we identify hidden bodywork, previous accidents, or repainting that history reports like Carfax often miss. We look for overspray, panel gaps, and finish inconsistencies. Comprehensive Condition Review: A top-to-bottom evaluation of the exterior and interior, including trim, upholstery, electronics, and wear patterns relative to the odometer reading. Mechanical & Visual Assessment: Under-hood and accessible under-vehicle inspections for leaks, corrosion, unauthorized modifications, and deferred maintenance. Advanced Diagnostics: We utilize professional scan tools to check for stored fault codes, emissions readiness, and electronic system health. Documentation & VIN Verification: We verify the VIN, title status, and review available service records to ensure the car’s history aligns with its physical condition. The Results Following the inspection, you will receive a detailed verbal and/or written summary outlining our findings and professional insight into how the vehicle compares to market expectations. Our independent status means we have no affiliation with dealers or sellers our only priority is providing you with an unbiased truth. Pricing & Logistics Service Area: Pricing includes travel within 50 miles of Glen Carbon, IL. Extended Travel: For locations beyond 50 miles, an additional fee will be added. Special auction-day pricing is available for select events, please contact us for a quote. Disclaimer: Specialty Auto Advisors strives for maximum accuracy. Due to the non-invasive nature of our inspections, some defects may not be detectable. Our report represents the vehicle's condition at the time of inspection and does not constitute a mechanical guarantee or warranty.