Used-car inspection services

Buy it—or walk away informed.

Get a straightforward pre-purchase inspection before you commit. We check the car, explain what matters, and give you a clear verdict for the road ahead.

Independent guidance for used-car buyers around Newton.

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The final word

Consider it. Negotiate. Walk away.

What to expect

No sales pitch. Just the evidence.

Independent

The inspection is about the vehicle in front of us—not helping someone close the sale.

Plainspoken

Findings are explained clearly, without burying you in shop terminology.

Private

Any optional video requires permission, and plates, VINs, and personal details stay hidden.

The inspection

A practical look at the car—and the deal.

Each visit follows the same clear sequence, from first scan to final recommendation.

  1. 01

    Scan and road test

    We check for diagnostic clues and drive the vehicle to evaluate how it starts, shifts, steers, brakes, and behaves under normal conditions.

  2. 02

    Inspect the essentials

    Brakes, tires, leaks, steering, and suspension receive focused attention, with visible concerns documented for you.

  3. 03

    Get the written findings

    You receive a prioritized list of what was found, what deserves attention, and what may affect your purchase decision.

  4. 04

    Hear the verdict

    The takeaway is direct: worth considering, negotiate for repairs, or walk away. The buying decision remains yours.

Simple pricing

Match the inspection to the vehicle.

Final pricing depends on the vehicle and inspection time. Confirm the scope and total before the appointment.

Standard vehicle

Pre-purchase verdict

Scan, road test, core mechanical inspection, written findings, and verbal verdict.

From $125

More time required

Extended inspection

For vehicles needing additional inspection time or a more involved evaluation.

Up to $175

Optional 30–60 second findings video may be available with owner permission; no viral reach is promised.

Before you sign

Put the car on a lift, not a pedestal.

Schedule an independent used-car inspection around Newton and make your next move with the facts in hand.

Request an appointment