Typical inspections

Our standard inspection comprises:

  • Bodywork – outside, underneath and from inside, checking for rust, accident damage, repairs/spraying, chips, dents and loose trim.
  • Wheels, tyres, brake discs and pads.
  • Interior – correct function of all electrical and mechanical items, including switches and trim, checking for wear, scuffs and damage.
  • Hood and screen, plus hardtop if available, if it’s a cabriolet/Spider.
  • Engine and gearbox – full check for oil and fluid condition, belts and leaks, correct operation and general wear level - further tests such as leak down and compression tests are optional but rarely required.
  • Steering, suspension, exhaust/catalyser, transmission and other underside mechanicals, heatshields, undertrays etc
  • Thorough check underneath for evidence of accident repair / damage
  • A road test to check the engine, clutch, gearbox, steering, suspension, brakes and performance in action. Any areas of concern are investigated immediately.
  • We’ll provide a verbal report listing items found as soon as we’ve finished, and typically a guide to rectification costs.
  • A written report will be sent to you within a couple of days.

Our fees are normally £275 UK-wide, although our use of marque experts means that for low volume marques sometimes the best engineer is relatively distant from the car. Therefore a small supplement (£25-50) may be necessary. We will confirm this with you. Prices include VAT.

HPI Checks can be produced for an additional £25 when booked as part of your inspection.

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