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Pre-Purchase Inspection in Chattanooga, TN

A used car looks great in a driveway right up until the first cold morning. We meet you at the seller, go over the car properly, and tell you what you'd be buying.

Answered on the first ring, 24/7 · Exact quote before any work

What it typically costs

Typical range

$165 – $250

Full inspection, scan, test drive, and written report

Standard cars and trucks sit at the low end. Diesels, older vehicles, and anything needing extra time on the road test run higher.

You'll get an exact quote before any work begins.

What to expect

  1. 1

    Send us the listing

    Year, make, model, mileage, and where it's parked. We'll confirm we can meet you there.

  2. 2

    We inspect it in front of you

    Fluids, leaks, brakes, suspension, tires, rust, stored codes, and a test drive when we're allowed one.

  3. 3

    Honest verdict

    Walk away, negotiate, or buy it — with a written report you can hand straight to the seller.

Common questions

Will you meet me at the seller's house or a dealership?
Yes — private sellers, dealer lots, Facebook Marketplace meetups. We work for you, not the seller.
How long does the inspection take?
Usually an hour to ninety minutes for a thorough look, including a test drive when the seller allows it.
What do I actually get?
A written report of what we found, photos of the problem areas, stored trouble codes, and a plain conversation about whether the price makes sense.
Can you check the frame or put it on a lift?
Not on a lift — that's a shop job. We do a thorough ground-level inspection with jack stands where it's safe, and we'll tell you if something needs a lift to confirm.

More answers on the FAQ page, or see where we work.

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