BUY WITH EVIDENCE

Know what you’re buying. Before you buy it.

A listing and a quick test drive tell only part of the story. We meet the car at the seller, inspect what we can see and test, then give you a report with photos, measurements and clear priorities.

✓ 100+ points of inspection▦ Available-module diagnostic scan◎ Photos, measurements & priorities↗ Seller coordination included
WHAT YOU LEARN

What your inspection covers.

100+ points of inspection, with the evidence to understand the findings.

01

Body & paint

Panel-by-panel paint readings, visible bodywork, gaps and supporting photos.

02

Mechanical & safety

Leaks, tires, brakes, suspension, underhood and underbody findings.

03

Scan & road test

Available-module fault codes, readiness, startup observations and road-test notes.

04

A clear next step

A clear summary, checkpoint ratings and priorities to help you decide.

BEFORE YOU BOOK

What happens during a PPI?

Open a question for the details. We document what we can see, measure and test at the vehicle.

What is a pre-purchase inspection?+

A PPI is a detailed inspection before you commit to a vehicle. We cover 100+ points of inspection inside, underneath and around the vehicle, documenting anything out of place and explaining the findings in a client report.

What do you inspect on the vehicle?+

We review the interior, exterior, body panels, frame areas we can access, engine, transmission, suspension, brakes, exhaust and other applicable systems. We record measurements, take photos of findings, and perform a controlled test drive to assess moving components and vehicle behavior.

Do you check for bodywork or paint repairs?+

We take comparative paint-depth readings across accessible panels and inspect panel gaps and visible structure. An unusual reading prompts a closer review and a request for seller records; one reading by itself does not prove collision damage.

What does the computer diagnostic scan show?+

We scan available vehicle modules and separate current, pending, permanent and stored/history trouble codes. We explain what the data means and recommend follow-up tests when needed. Module access and tests vary by vehicle; a code alone does not identify a failed part.

How do diesel, hybrid, EV and performance checks differ?+

The checklist changes with the power source. Diesel adds fuel and aftertreatment checks; hybrid adds electric-drive and regenerative-braking checks; EV replaces engine and tailpipe checks with charging and electric propulsion checks. Euro Exotic / Performance adds relevant model-specific systems. We report battery health or specialized tests only when they were actually performed.

Do I need to be there? Who schedules with the seller?+

You do not need to be present. After you accept the quote, we contact the seller or dealership on your behalf, coordinate access and schedule the mobile inspection at their location.

What do I receive after inspection?+

We email you the completed report with the final result, top findings, diagnostic information, measurements and the inspection photos and videos captured for your vehicle. You can review every checkpoint and share the report with anyone helping you make the decision.

What information should I have for a quote?+

Have the year, make, model, VIN (at least the last six characters), seller or dealer contact details, and the vehicle’s location or ZIP code. A listing link, service records and specific concerns help us plan the inspection.

THE AUTOMEDIC PPI REPORTS

Explore the inspections.

Scroll inside each card to read findings, compare measurements and browse photos without leaving this page.

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HEAR FROM BUYERS

What clients are saying.

Hear from buyers who used our pre-purchase inspections. Read their full experiences on Yelp.

★★★★★ Ryan C. · Sep 2026

Leaks and repaint evidence

Ryan says the inspection found hidden oil and coolant leaks and repainted panels. More than 300 photos helped him decide to walk away.

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★★★★★ Edward M. · Aug 2026

Confidence to move forward

Edward says a thorough report and follow-up calls helped him understand a Porsche Macan S before deciding to buy it.

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★★★★★ Brian Y. · Jul 2026

Expensive issues uncovered

Brian felt good about a dealer car after a test drive. The inspection revealed issues that changed his purchase decision.

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★★★★★ Andrew R. · Oct 2026

Checked before traveling to buy

Buying from Chicago, Andrew learned that an Anaheim vehicle looked good cosmetically but had mechanical problems. He appreciated a personal walkthrough of the report.

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★★★★★ Shell B. · Aug 2026

A truck purchase reconsidered

Shell says the detailed inspection, photos and video helped her decide against a truck and saved time and money.

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★★★★★ Alexander W. · Apr 2026

Dealer lot inspection without the buyer

Alexander says the team inspected a used car at the dealer, documented smaller issues and supplied plenty of photos and descriptions.

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★★★★★ Samantha D. · Jun 2025

Help interpreting the findings

Samantha says a thorough Volvo PPI and phone walkthrough helped her discuss repairs with the dealer and make a final decision.

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★★★★★ Fisher D. · Aug 2025

Passenger van safety concerns

Fisher describes nearly 200 photos and videos of concerns on a used van, followed by a conversation about what the technician found.

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★★★★★ Jeffrey B. · Sep 2023

Two vehicles checked quickly

Jeffrey says both PPIs were completed within 18 hours of his requests. The team called to explain the findings, and he passed on both vehicles.

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★★★★★ Adam A. · Oct 2024

Classic car inspected for a remote buyer

Adam says the team coordinated with the seller and delivered a detailed classic-car PPI with many photos before he committed.

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READY FOR THE FACTS?

Let’s inspect the car before it becomes your problem.

Send us the vehicle and seller information. We coordinate access, inspect at the car’s location and deliver a report you can use to decide what to do next.

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