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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in Bury St Edmunds

41 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 7 years of experience

Over 8 years working as a mechanic, I have a lot of passion and experience in motor vehicles. Working from race cars, to super cars to your standard daily vehicles.

218 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 22 years of experience

I have been involved in cars as a designer, engineer and technician for over 22years. I have designed, developed and built bespoke sports cars, motorbikes, Ambulances and race car trailers over these year...

614 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 45 years of experience

I started out in a VW franchise dealer in 1997 undertaking my apprenticeship. Having spent 4 years there I moved onto a more senior role at another VW franchise dealership where I spent another 3 years. Foll...

789 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bury St Edmunds, 14 years of experience

Having previously worked for one of the U.K largest used car dealership I gained valuable experience working with all makes and models for 6 years. I then moved on to further my experience and worked for a...

198 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 26 years of experience

I started my career with a tyre business called Hemel First Choice Tyres in Hemel Hempstead for 5 years. I set up my own tyre business within Bury Road Garage in Hemel Hempstead for around a year. I moved to...

JONATHAN, BURY SAINT EDMUNDS 21st February 2018

Audi RS6 Avant • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

528 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 20 years of experience

I began my mechanical career with Peugeot/Citroen where I completed my full apprenticeship and spent 4 years there. I moved to work with Renault for around 3 years before moving to VW/Audi for 4 years. I rel...

8 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 23 years of experience

We are a family-owned and operated garage that has been trading for 23 years. We offer a wide range of services, including: General servicing Clutches, gearbox repairs Tyre’s Suspension component re...

37 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 8 years of experience

An experienced mechanic working on all types of cars from classics to super cars. Offering all general mechanics works, inspections, servicing and MOT’s

772 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bury St Edmunds, 14 years of experience

I am a fully qualified and skilled mechanic - able to diagnose and repair vehicles also inspect them - i have worked on high end prestige vehicles including old classic cars as well as motor homes also thous...

385 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bury St Edmunds, 28 years of experience

I started work with Ford dealership then moving to various dealers Vauxhall was my favourite. Once I qualified I went to work with the aa really enjoyed that job as it tested my knowledge and skill set. Move...

274 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bury St Edmunds, 22 years of experience

I have over 22 years experience in the industry as well as 17 years in the main dealer. Essex Fleet Care uses fully qualified and certified technicians to ensure our workmanship remains the best quality as p...

80 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 31 years of experience

Worked at at Bmw and Ford Specialist on Fords and BMW Diagnostics specialist Worked at Met Police Workshop Fully Qualified Electric Vehiicle Technician MOT tester

14 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 10 years of experience

Professional, friendly and honest Mobile servicing Mobile repairs Mot's Vehicle transport + recovery

76 Reviews

Garage serving Bury St Edmunds, 12 years of experience

Vauxhall dealer 3 independent garages vw dealership vw 2years bmw and Mercedes 3

34 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Bury St Edmunds, 22 years of experience

Lexden Vehicle Services offers professional mobile servicing, repairs, diagnostics and more in the Colchester and district area. We come to your home or place of work, weekdays or weekends at a time to suit...

Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in Bury St Edmunds

Read our answers to questions about pre-purchase inspection costs, symptoms and more.

I plan to buy a used car in Bury St Edmunds - do I need a pre-purchase inspection?

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in Bury St Edmunds spares you the headache and saves the time of checking the vehicle over yourself. The mechanics on our network know what signs to lookout for, potentially helping you avoid future large repair bills.

We have a comprehensive checklist that the mechanic goes through, and they will provide you with a detailed email report and a follow-up call describing the state of the vehicle (if applicable).

Customers value the pre-purchase inspection report they receive from their mechanics. The report will help you make a decision and possibly assist with negotiating price.

A Premium Pre-purchase Inspection is the most popular choice amongst ClickMechanic customers when it comes to checking a used car before the sale. We currently have 5 mechanics in Bury St Edmunds doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

If you book a pre-purchase inspection in Bury St Edmunds, a vetted mechanic servicing Bury St Edmunds will inspect the car you intend to purchase. Depending on the level of service booked (basic, standard or premium), the mechanic will spend up to 3 hours assessing the condition of the vehicle.

When inspecting a used car, mechanics check the interior, lights, fluid levels, brakes and suspension, chassis and car underside (subject to service level booked). All our inspection checklists include a road test to examine the condition of important safety features such as the steering and braking, and give a clear idea whether the vehicle is roadworthy.

Do I need to get permission for a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic in Bury St Edmunds?

You will need to notify the used car seller about the inspection and should get their permission for the inspection to take place. Also make sure that the inspecting mechanic has clear access to both the vehicle and proposed inspection site so that they can complete their work.

I have booked a used vehicle inspection in Bury St Edmunds - do I have to be present?

No, there is no need for you to be present during the inspection. Our pre-purchase inspection service is popular with customers wanting to have a professional assessment of a used car they are purchasing e.g. while they are abroad.

You will receive a report about the condition of the car after the inspection is complete and if you wish you will be able to discuss with the mechanic over the phone afterwards (depending on level of service booked).

Does the pre-purchase inspection come with a warranty?

Our pre-purchase inspections of used vehicles do not come with a warranty. The main purpose of inspecting a used car before the sale is to give you an honest and true reflection of the state of the vehicle at the time of inspection.

Pre-purchase inspections in Bury St Edmunds are most popular for second hand Nissan, Mini, and Jaguar.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in Bury St Edmunds, if you decided to purchase the vehicle we recommend having it serviced by one of the mechanics on our network. That way you can ensure you are off to a good start and your car is ready for your future journeys together.

Speak to the mechanic who will do the inspection to book a follow up through ClickMechanic.

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