Services · Pre-Purchase Inspection
An independent check of a used car before you pay for it. Our technician inspects the vehicle where it’s parked and gives you a clear report on its condition, so you know what you’re buying.
Why it matters
Used cars in the UAE change hands quickly, and a test drive plus a quick walk-around rarely tells the whole story. Accident repairs, worn parts and stored fault codes are easy to miss if you don’t know where to look.
A pre-purchase inspection gives you an independent view of the car’s condition before any money changes hands. If the car is sound, you can buy with confidence. If it isn’t, you’ll know what needs attention and how urgent it is.
What we check
We work through the car systematically, from the paintwork to the control modules.
Paint thickness readings on each panel, panel gaps, and signs of filler, respray or accident repair.
Leaks, noises, mounts, belts, fluid condition and how the engine and gearbox behave when running.
A scan of the accessible control modules for stored and pending fault codes.
A visual check of the underside for structural damage, corrosion and leaks, as far as access allows.
Wear, play, noises and leaks that affect safety and upcoming running costs.
Tread depth, uneven wear, tyre age and wheel damage.
Windows, locks, lights, screens, warning lights and other electrical features.
Cooling performance, which matters in the UAE climate.
How the car drives, shifts, steers and brakes, with the seller's permission.
Who it's for
It’s useful whenever you’re about to spend serious money on a car you don’t know.
How it works
Send us the car’s make, model, year and location by form, phone or WhatsApp.
We confirm a time with you. Share the seller’s number and we’ll coordinate access.
Our technician carries out the checks at the car’s location. You can attend, but you don’t have to.
A digital report with photos, findings and repair priorities. We’re happy to talk you through it.
Good to know
A pre-purchase inspection is a thorough visual, functional and diagnostic check at one point in time. It’s designed to reduce your risk, not to guarantee the car’s future condition.
Recommended package
For most used-car purchases we recommend the Comprehensive package. It covers everything on this page, including the underbody, air conditioning and a road test where the seller allows.
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FAQ
Yes. Dealer cars are often well presented, but presentation doesn’t reveal previous repairs or stored fault codes. An independent inspection gives you a second opinion that isn’t tied to the sale.
No. Many customers let us meet the seller directly and send them the report afterwards. You’re welcome to attend if you’d like to see the findings in person.
Access to the car and keys, permission to run the engine and, ideally, a short road test. The car should be parked somewhere safe to walk around it.
We look for evidence of accident repair, such as differences in paint thickness, uneven panel gaps and replaced parts. Some repairs are very well hidden, so we report what we find and how confident we are.
It depends on availability and the car’s location. Send us the details and we’ll confirm the earliest slot we can reach it.
It depends on the package you choose. See our packages and pricing for current rates.
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