Pre-purchase car inspections in Campbellfield
An honest independent check of a used car before you buy it.
What to expect
A used car can look perfect and still hide thousands of dollars of problems. An independent inspection before you buy tells you what you’re really getting.
Matt checks the car on the hoist, scans it for stored faults and gives you a plain-English rundown of what’s good, what’s worn and what it will cost.
A used car can look clean and still hide expensive problems: leaks, worn suspension, overdue servicing or past accident damage. An independent inspection gives you an honest view of the car’s condition before you hand over the money, and a list of anything you might use to negotiate the price.
How it works
- 1Book a time and bring the car in
- 2Inspection and scan
- 3Walk-through of findings, so you can negotiate or walk away
How long it takes
Most pre-purchase inspections take around an hour or two. Book ahead so we can fit the car in before the seller’s deadline.
Pricing
Quoted per vehicle. Every job is quoted before work starts, and nothing extra is added without your OK.
What’s included
- Hoist inspection underneath the car
- Engine, transmission and driveline
- Brakes, steering and suspension
- Diagnostic scan for stored faults
- Signs of leaks, accident repair or rust
- Plain-English report and advice
Worth booking if
- You’re buying privately
- The car has no service history
- It’s a European, 4WD or performance car
- The price seems too good
Why choose Ignited Automotive for pre-purchase inspections
You’ll understand what was done
Matt explains the job in plain English, with no jargon and no talking down.
No upselling, no surprise invoices
If something else needs doing, you get a call, a photo and a price before any work starts.
Diagnosed right the first time
We find the real fault, so you only pay to fix what is actually wrong.
Warranty on parts and labour
Manufacturer-approved oils, genuine or OE-quality parts, and work we stand behind.
Pre-purchase inspections for Melbourne’s north
We provide pre-purchase inspections from our Campbellfield workshop for drivers across the northern suburbs, including:
Pre-purchase inspections: common questions
If yours isn’t here, call. Matt picks up.
Can the seller bring the car in?
Yes, as long as they’re happy to. Just make sure you book the time.
Is this the same as a roadworthy?
No. An RWC checks safety items for registration. A pre-purchase inspection looks at the car’s overall mechanical condition.
Do you check European cars and 4WDs?
Yes, both are specialties of the workshop.
Can you inspect a car I’m buying privately?
Yes. Bring the car to the workshop with the seller’s permission and we’ll inspect it on the hoist.
Is a pre-purchase inspection the same as a roadworthy?
No. A roadworthy covers set safety items. A pre-purchase inspection looks at overall condition so you know what you are buying.
Related services
All car services in CampbellfieldCar servicing
Oil, filters, fluids, brakes, tyres, battery and a full safety check. Done properly, not rushed through.
From $240Logbook servicing
Manufacturer schedule followed to the letter. Keeps your new-car warranty intact and your book stamped.
Quoted on your service intervalRoadworthy certificates
Licensed RWC inspections, usually same day. Selling, transferring or re-registering a car? Start here.
$250Helpful car care guides
Book pre-purchase inspections in Campbellfield
Call Matt or book online. Every job is quoted before any work starts.