Pre-Purchase Inspection
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Pre-Purchase Inspection in Raleigh, NC
Pre-purchase car inspection in Raleigh, NC — from $175. ASE-certified mobile mechanic meets you at the seller, runs a 105-point check, sends written report.
ASE-Certified
Same-week appointments
ASE-Certified Technicians Locally owned since 2008 14 Triangle cities 12-mo / 12,000-mi warranty
Your Top Choice for Pre Purchase Inspections in Raleigh, NC
When it comes to buying a used car we understand that it's difficult to know whether you're buying a winner or a lemon.
Proficient Auto provides used car inspection right on-site for an affordable fee. We strive to offer an easygoing process for Raleigh customers to ensure that they can buy with confidence.
Wherever you may be we make it easy to get your used car check in Raleigh . Not only do we come right to your vehicle, we do so with competitive pricing and amiable service.
Plus, but if we find any work that needs to be performed we can take care of it right on the spot!
Hassle-free inspections with peace of mind at your home or office.
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Providing Mobile Auto Repair Service In:
- Raleigh
- Morrisville
- Wake Forest
- Rolesville
- Garner
- Clayton
- Knightdale
- Wendell
Simple, three-step process
How it works
No surprise invoices. No upsells. No high-pressure tactics.
1. Tell us what's going on
Fill out the form or call. Share the year, make, model, and the symptom — that's all we need to scope the work.
2. We send a written quote
You get a firm written quote and an appointment window — usually within the hour during business hours. Nothing is booked until you say so.
3. We come to you
An ASE-certified mobile tech arrives at your driveway, office, or wherever the car is sitting. Most repairs done same visit.
What's included
A complete inspection — not a quick walk-around.
You get a written report with photos the same day so you can negotiate, walk away, or buy with confidence.
Mechanical
- Engine condition, leaks, timing components
- Transmission behavior on the road test
- Suspension, steering, and driveline
- Brake pad and rotor measurements
Electronic & diagnostic
- Full module scan — every stored and pending code
- Battery and charging system health
- HVAC and climate performance
- Lights, sensors, and driver-assist systems
Body, frame & history
- Paintwork, panel gaps, prior collision signs
- Frame and undercarriage rust or damage
- Tire brand, age, and remaining tread
- Fluid condition and service history clues
Before you book
Cancellation & mobile service policy
Our inspectors are dispatched to the vehicle's location, so a missed appointment is a lost route for the day. To keep scheduling fair and efficient, Proficient Auto enforces the following policy on all scheduled pre-purchase inspections.
1. Notice requirement
- You may cancel or reschedule without penalty up to 1 hour before your scheduled appointment time.
- Any cancellation, reschedule request, or notice given less than 1 hour before the appointment results in a 100% non-refundable fee.
2. Vehicle availability
- It is the buyer's responsibility to confirm with the dealership or seller that the vehicle is still available, on the lot, and accessible before our arrival.
- Proficient Auto is not responsible if a dealership sells or moves the vehicle, or otherwise fails to make it available without telling the buyer.
- If our inspector arrives and the vehicle is unavailable, missing, sold, or access is denied — and notice was not given at least 1 hour prior — the full inspection fee is forfeited and no refund is issued.
3. Unforeseen circumstances
- If we must cancel due to severe weather, road hazards, or inspector illness, we notify you immediately and offer a full refund or a priority reschedule.
By booking an inspection you confirm: “I understand that Proficient Auto is a mobile service and that it is my responsibility to confirm the vehicle is available at the dealership/seller location. I agree that cancellations, reschedules, or vehicle unavailability (including sold vehicles) with less than 1 hour notice are strictly non-refundable.”
Your repair is protected
12-month / 12,000-mile warranty on parts and labor
Whichever comes first. Same warranty on every vehicle and every job — domestic, Asian, European, EV, or exotic. If something we installed fails inside that window, we make it right at no charge.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is a mobile pre-purchase car inspection?
- A mobile pre-purchase car inspection is a full used-car inspection performed wherever the vehicle is parked — a private seller's driveway, a dealership lot, or a Carvana/CarMax pickup in Raleigh. Instead of you convincing the seller to release the car to a shop, an ASE-certified mechanic drives to the car with scan tools and performs a 105-point inspection plus a full OBD-II scan on the spot. You get photos, a written report, and a go/no-go recommendation, usually the same day.
- How does a mobile car inspection differ from a shop inspection?
- The inspection itself is the same depth — same checklist, same scan tools, same road test. The difference is logistics: a mobile car inspection removes the two things that kill most shop inspections, which are getting the seller to agree to release the car and finding a shop with a same-week opening. We come to the car in Raleigh, so the seller never loses sight of it and you never lose a day. The one thing a driveway can't offer is a lift, so undercarriage checks are done with ramps and a creeper rather than overhead.
- How much is a pre-purchase inspection in Raleigh, NC?
- Pre-purchase inspections in Raleigh are quote-based. Specialty vehicles — EVs and exotics like Ferrari, McLaren, and Lamborghini — are quoted separately because of the extra time and tooling. We confirm the exact price before we book.
- Where do you perform the inspection?
- We meet you at the seller's location anywhere in Raleigh or the surrounding Triangle — a private driveway, a dealership lot, or a CarMax/Carvana pickup. No need to move the vehicle.
- How long does a PPI take and what do I get?
- Most PPIs run 60–90 minutes. You receive a written 105-point report with photos, a full OBD-II scan with live data, and a frank go/no-go recommendation — usually in your inbox the same day.
- Can you inspect a car at a dealership in Raleigh?
- Yes. We routinely inspect vehicles at franchise dealerships, independent lots, and private sellers across Raleigh. The seller doesn't need to be present, and most dealers are familiar with the process.
- Do you check for accident damage and frame issues?
- Yes. Every PPI includes a visual frame and underbody inspection, paint depth checks for prior bodywork, and we cross-reference any VIN-reported history. If something looks off, we photograph it and call it out.
- What if the inspection finds problems?
- That's the point. You get an honest go/no-go with estimated repair costs so you can either walk away, renegotiate with the seller, or buy with full knowledge of what's ahead. We never get a kickback from a seller — our only job is protecting you.
- Do you do PPIs on European cars, EVs, exotics, and diesels in Raleigh?
- Yes. Our techs are ASE-certified across domestic, Asian, and European platforms, plus EVs and exotics (Ferrari, McLaren, Lamborghini, Porsche, etc.). Specialty vehicles are priced higher than the base rate because they take longer and require extra tooling — we'll confirm the exact price before booking.
- Can you help if I'm buying a car in Raleigh from out of state?
- Yes — this is a big part of what we do. You'll get a detailed written report with photos so you can make the call from anywhere. Many of our out-of-state buyers never see the car in person until we've cleared it.
Ready for honest, mobile auto repair in Raleigh?
Get a free, no-pressure quote — usually within the hour. We come to your home, office, or wherever the car is sitting.