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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in Solihull

494 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 21 years of experience

I have over 2 decades of experience in the motor industry..

57 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 7 years of experience

Servicing Plug in Diagnostic checks Brakes Mechanical Pre-purchase Inspections

356 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Solihull, 14 years of experience

I have over 10 years experience in the motoring industry. I run my own business which involves primarily vehicle inspections.

KELLIE, ACOCKS GREEN 29th May 2022

Volkswagen Golf • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

420 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 17 years of experience

Talk Torque Ltd T/A Car Surgeon™ Car Surgeon™ is an auto repair facility dedicated to quality service and maintenance of general, high-end and performance vehicles at an affordable price. Many mainland...

72 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 20 years of experience

City MOT has been around since 2011. We are a family run business and the team of 6 MOT testers and 4 mechanics are fully qualified for your peace of mind. The workshop offers 5 ramps and 2 MOT test lanes fo...

270 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 11 years of experience

i started my career Ford Dagenham london 1993-1998 worked at my local garage in South Manchester called Hulme Car Repair for a short time before taking up a post with Star Auto Glass in Manchester from 1998...

JAKIA, Birmingham 18th August 2017

Renault Clio II/Clio Campus/Clio Storia • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

490 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Solihull, 20 years of experience

I began my career with Formula 1 Auto Centres as a tyre & exhaust fitter for around 1 year. I wanted to gain my proper qualifications so I studied at college to gain my NVQ Level 2 and 3 and subsequently I...

596 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 10 years of experience

I am a diagnostic technician, qualified MOT tester, Institute of Motor Industry assesor and general mechanic following my father's footsteps who has over 40 years experience in the trade. Having completed my...

46 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Solihull, 12 years of experience

At RDK Classics we treat every customer's car as if it was our own pride and joy. No matter what your needs we can help no job is too big or too small. We can tackle a wide variety of work from servicing to ...

SHAFIN, BIRMINGHAM 16th March 2022

Suzuki Swift • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

68 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 6 years of experience

Midland Prestige has been operating as a repair business since 2015, however we have been selling cars since 2008 and wanted to add the repair aspect after many requests from customers. We offer a fully mob...

51 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 14 years of experience

Here at S&J Autos Limited we take great care in repairing your vehicle to the highest standard whilst keeping our prices low and affordable, here at S&J Autos you deal with the mechanics directly. This ensur...

8 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Solihull, 30 years of experience

Engineers Autobiography: Consultant Motor Vehicle Engineer with City and Guilds Motor Vehicle Technology 1,2,3 and Motor Vehicle Engineering qualifications, as well as the qualifications quoted. I hav...

271 Reviews

Garage serving Solihull, 8 years of experience

Been working in a garage for more than 7 years as a mechanic. Now I am happy to travel to fix cars at your home and work address. If you have any questions just ask. Always happy to help Please note: In th...

Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in Solihull

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

I plan to buy a used car in Solihull - do I need a pre-purchase inspection?

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in Solihull 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 58 mechanics in Solihull doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

If you book a pre-purchase inspection in Solihull, a vetted mechanic servicing Solihull 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 Solihull?

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 Solihull - 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 Solihull are most popular for second hand Volkswagen, Peugeot, and Ford.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in Solihull, 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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