Do I need a pre-purchase inspection?
Clearly, if you are experienced with vehicles then you may be able to identify
existing defects at the time of purchase. However, for the majority of people
this is not the case and therefore we offer this inspection by, which will be
carried out by trained technicians to determine the condition of a vehicle
before purchase. This will identify present conditions, which are not
considered commensurate with the vehicle’s type, age and mileage.
This report provides an overview of the vehicle and gathers information
on the vehicle’s current condition. Damage, wear, maintenance and safety issues
are considered to determine whether a purchase is a good investment or likely
to be costly in the short term. ACE pre-purchase inspections focus on physical
inspections and in most cases include a vehicle history check to determine for
instance whether the vehicle had been recorded as having been in an accident,
reported stolen or has any outstanding finance on it.
ACE provide three different levels of used car inspections with our premium
pre-purchase inspection being the most comprehensive and detailed service.
A premium pre-purchase inspection includes:
A Basic pre-purchase inspection includes:
Why do some include a road test?
All our inspection checklists include a road test to examine the condition of
important features such as the steering and braking, and give a clear idea as
to whether a vehicle is roadworthy.
How long does an inspection take?
A Premium pre-purchase inspection typically takes between two and three hours,
depending on the vehicle, where it is situated and its condition.
The Standard and Basic used car inspections usually take between one and two hours.