Quick answer:
- Check engine, brakes, suspension, and fluids.
- A scan tool reveals hidden or cleared codes.
- An independent inspection works for you, not the seller.
The Big-Ticket Items
Focus on what costs real money: engine condition and leaks, brakes, suspension and steering wear, tires, the battery and charging system, and the cooling system.
Don’t Skip the Scan
A scan tool reveals stored and pending fault codes — including issues a seller may have cleared right before showing the car. Visual checks alone miss these.
Get an Independent Set of Eyes
An independent mobile inspection at the car’s location gives you honest findings to negotiate with — or to walk away. If you’re in the Austin area, call (737) 204-4596 and we’ll come to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a pre-purchase inspection include?
Engine, brakes, suspension, tires, battery/charging, cooling, and a scan-tool check for hidden codes.
Can you inspect the car where it is?
Yes — we come to the seller’s location across the Austin metro.
Will you tell me to walk away?
If the car warrants it, yes — we work for you, not the seller.
Need a mobile mechanic in Austin? Call Austin Auto Repair Pros at (737) 204-4596 for fast, local, upfront-priced on-site service — or request service online. We come to you across the Austin metro.