Buying a used vehicle should be a pleasant and exciting experience, but may turn out to be a frustrating, disappointing, and an expensive ordeal - especially when a buyer becomes emotionally involved without knowing the true condition of the vehicle prior to purchase.
By engaging an unbiased third-party to perform a physical inspection and test drive, many problems that could have been identified before purchase may be revealed. This is particularly important when the vehicle is located in another city, where gross omissions of mechanical, cosmetic, and safety issues may not be evident.
Eliminate such anxiety and get a true and accurate portrait of the vehicle's condition, by ensuring a
Pre-Purchase Inspection (PPI) is conducted before the sale is final.
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WHY is a Pre-Purchase Inspection required ?
Get a highly detailed assessment by a qualified individual to determine the cosmetic, mechanical, and safety condition of a vehicle before completing the purchase. The intent of the PPI is to uncover existing conditions and to reveal maintenance shortcomings that may become potential safety or financial issues for the buyer in the future.
WHAT will be performed during the Inspection ?
The inspection encompasses the detailed assessment of the entire exterior, interior, and mechanical operation of the vehicle - from chassis, body, paint, glass and trim, to diagnosis of drivetrain, as well as the operation of various electrical or mechanical features. As long as the vehicle is street legal and safe, a road test will be conducted to evaluate the engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes and exhaust system.
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Pre-Purchase Inspection will provide:
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Hi-Res Pictures (at least 100 photos)
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Road Test
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Written Assessment which includes condition details of:
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Exterior: all body panels, bumpers, paint, seals and trim, glass, lenses and emblems
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Mechanical: engine, drivetrain, exhaust, suspension and brakes
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Interior: ​upholstery, seats, carpets, door panels, dash, headliner and/or convertible top
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Functionality of gauges, switches, controls, and seat belts, as well as electronics
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Any additional areas of concern ​
Here are just a few of the actual inspections performed - from vintage, classic, standard and exotic vehicles - remove the mystery and questions regarding any vehicle's condition.
Take a closer look and see if you find what was wrong with these cars
(click picture for answer)
WHO will perform the inspection?
With nearly 30 years of automotive experience collecting, repairing and restoring American and European vintage, classic, exotic and high-performance cars, my inspection will receive the same attention as though purchasing the vehicle for myself.
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SERVING Long Island - Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York (including the Hamptons)
Interested in a pre-purchase inspection, Call for a FREE Consultation and PPI estimate
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Prices range from between $250 to $350 depending on vehicle type and travel distance
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