Pre-Purchase Inspections
Below is an overview of what our general Pre-Purchase Inspection (PPI) includes. Specific items may vary slightly depending on the make and model of the vehicle.
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Body Panel Colors Match.
Seams at Trunk/Hood Aligned.
Free of Body Dents.
Free of Scratches/Paint Chips.
Lights (headlights, tail lights, brake, high beams, reverse, fog, sidemarker, hazard, license plate, interior, signals).
No Frame Damage/Crumpling.
Engine Mounts.
Transmission Mounts.
Doors Open/Close/Locks/Trunk.
Windows Operated Properly/Sunroof.
[] Mirrors.
[] Windshield Free of Cracks.
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Air Conditioning.
Heater.
Blower Motor (all speeds).
Horn.
CEL/Pending Codes.
CEL functioning properly.
Keyless Entry/Alarm.
Interior Free of Holes/Rips/Tears/Excessive Wear/Fading.
Seatbelts.
Radio/Stereo/Speakers Work Properly.
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Body Bushings Not Torn.
Ball Joints Not Torn/No Play.
Strut Mounts.
Upper Control Arms.
Lower Control Arms.
Sway Bar Bushings/Links.
Vehicle Rests Levelly.
Steering Column.
Tie Rods.
Wheel Bearings.
CV Boots Not Torn
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Oil Level/Oil Filter.
Radiator Free of Leaks.
Coolant Level.
Transmission Fluid.
Transfer Case Fluid.
Power Steering Fluid.
Drive Belt.
Battery Terminals Free of Corrosion.
Air Filter.
Fuel Lines.
Exhaust Clamp.
Free of Smoke When Running.
Free of Fluid Leaks.
Free of Odors When Running.
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Wheels Have No Cracks/Dents.
Wheel Nuts.
Tire Tread/Wear.
Tire Pressure.
Valve Stems.
TPMS.
Brake Pads.
Brake Rotors.
Brake Fluid.
Brake Lines.
Spare Tire/Inflated
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Windshield Wiper (front & back).
Engine Operates Properly.
Throttle Cable.
Transmission Shifts Normally.
Transmission Synchros.
High Cam Function.
Alignment/Steering Wheel is Straight.
Power Steering System.
No Unusual Noises While Turning.
No Abnormal Tire Vibration/Steering Wheel Shimmy.
No Abnormal Noise/Vibration/Shaking on Freeway.
No Abnormal Noise/Vibration During Braking.
No Clicks/Clunks While Turning.
Brake Pedal Free Play and Travel.
Anti-lock Brakes Work (Wheels dont lock).
Parking Brake Engages and Disengages Freely.
Gauges Work.