Pre-Purchase Inspection
Get a mechanic to check it before you buy.
A pre-purchase inspection is the one thing that catches what sellers hope you'll miss. $150–$250 now can save you $5,000 later.
Why you need one
Private sellers don't always tell the truth.
In 15 years in the car industry — Lexus, BMW, Audi — I've seen every trick. Clocked odometers. Flood damage hidden under fresh carpet. Engine mounts held together with zip ties.
A pre-purchase inspection from a qualified mechanic takes 1–2 hours and gives you a full written report. You either walk in knowing exactly what you're buying, or you walk away before it costs you.
$150–250
Typical PPI cost in QLD
$5,000+
Average hidden repair cost
1 in 3
Used cars have an undisclosed fault
100%
Worth it. Every single time.
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