Pre-purchase inspection
An independent inspection before you buy.
Before you commit to a significant purchase, have an experienced, independent set of eyes on the car. I inspect it in person, document what I find and give you a candid view of condition and fair value, so you can buy with confidence or walk away.
What's included
A thorough, documented inspection.
Thirty years of buying cars, many of them sight unseen, have taught me where the problems hide. You receive a clear report and a conversation about what it means for your decision.
Fee: $495
Book an inspection- A meticulous, panel-by-panel inspection of paint, body, glass, trim, wheels and interior
- Paint-meter readings to identify refinished panels
- VIN, title and documentation check, with a review of service records and history reports
- A detailed photo report
- Market research on what the car should really cost
- A call to walk you through the findings and your options
Good to know
Cosmetic and condition inspection, with the mechanical side arranged.
My inspection is cosmetic and condition only: the detail a perfectionist notices and most inspections miss. It is not a mechanical inspection. I schedule that with a trusted shop or marque specialist, so the two together give you the complete picture.
Buying from a distance?
Let me see it for you.
If the car is in Orange County and you are not, I can inspect it on your behalf and, if you decide to proceed, help manage the purchase, payment and transport.
Finding your next car →Book
Tell me about the car you're considering.
Include the year, make and model, where the car is located and, if you have it, a link to the listing. I'll confirm availability and arrange the inspection with the seller.
Book a pre-purchase inspection
I reply personally, usually the same day, to confirm timing and arrangements.