Engine inspection
(general state, extend of wear). Looking for leaks, stains, and smoke. Listening to abnormal noises and vibrations. Checking condition of fluids and drive-belts.
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Do you want to be confident in your next car? Use our mobile inspection service! We cover the entire Charlotte metropolitan area and can meet you at the car or handle the inspection without you. Equipped with the latest tools, deep knowledge, and years of experience, our inspectors will provide you with comprehensive data on the car's condition and potential future expenses.
Trust the professionals!
Pre-purchase used car inspection
Do you want to be confident in your next car? Use our mobile inspection service! We cover the entire Charlotte metropolitan area and can meet you at the car or handle the inspection without you. Equipped with the latest tools, deep knowledge, and years of experience, our inspectors will provide you with comprehensive data on the car's condition and potential future expenses.
Trust the professionals!
How it works
Place your order by phone or through our site. Specify a meeting point and time if you've already made an appointment with a seller and want to attend the inspection.
Our specialist will arrive at the vehicle and perform the inspection. The average duration to complete – about 1 hour.
We notify you once the inspection is complete and the report is ready. Have any questions? Call us - we'll be glad to explain.
Inspection types and prices
Single inspection
$220
Includes: Specialists arrival, inspection of 1 vehicle (if you want to check multiple vehicles at the same location – a 20% discount will be applied to further inspections).
Place an orderFull day
$650
Includes: Unlimited number of inspections at different locations during the day (9am-7pm), specialists can transport you in their own vehicle if preferred.
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Serving area
Inspection procedure
Engine inspection
(general state, extend of wear). Looking for leaks, stains, and smoke. Listening to abnormal noises and vibrations. Checking condition of fluids and drive-belts.
(general state, extend of wear). Looking for leaks, stains, and smoke. Listening to abnormal noises and vibrations. Checking condition of fluids and drive-belts.
Computer diagnosis off ALL electronic systems
(ABS, airbags, ESP, HVAC, navigation systems, etc) with comprehensive analysis of the engine and transmission work.
(ABS, airbags, ESP, HVAC, navigation systems, etc) with comprehensive analysis of the engine and transmission work.
Examination of structural framework
(longerons, pillars, rocker panels, frame) for signs of heavy impacts or bodywork.
(longerons, pillars, rocker panels, frame) for signs of heavy impacts or bodywork.
Test drive
(if possible) to determine condition of suspension, brakes, steering, transmission, and drivetrain.
(if possible) to determine condition of suspension, brakes, steering, transmission, and drivetrain.
Determination of mileage
(matching car condition to declared mileage, if possible reading out mileage data from electronic control modules).
(matching car condition to declared mileage, if possible reading out mileage data from electronic control modules).
Interior inspection
for wear, damages, dirt, odors, water leaks.
for wear, damages, dirt, odors, water leaks.
Body survey
(fenders, doors, hood, glasses, headlights, etc) focused on signs of impacts, flooding, and repainting. Pointing out scratches, dents, rust, chipping, matching paint and paint cracks.
(fenders, doors, hood, glasses, headlights, etc) focused on signs of impacts, flooding, and repainting. Pointing out scratches, dents, rust, chipping, matching paint and paint cracks.
Electric components testing
(lights, power windows, locks, sun roof, etc).
(lights, power windows, locks, sun roof, etc).
Checking the drivetrain
(driveshafts, differentials, CV-joints, low gear, differential lock mechanism, boots) for operability, wearout, backlash, noises.
(driveshafts, differentials, CV-joints, low gear, differential lock mechanism, boots) for operability, wearout, backlash, noises.
Transmission testing
(manual and road tests, computer diagnosis for any kind of automatic transmission). Looking for leaks and signs of recent repairs.
(manual and road tests, computer diagnosis for any kind of automatic transmission). Looking for leaks and signs of recent repairs.
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Computer diagnosis off ALL electronic systems
(ABS, airbags, ESP, HVAC, navigation systems, etc) with comprehensive analysis of the engine and transmission work.
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Examination of structural framework
(longerons, pillars, rocker panels, frame) for signs of heavy impacts or bodywork.
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Test drive
(if possible) to determine condition of suspension, brakes, steering, transmission, and drivetrain.
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Determination of mileage
(matching car condition to declared mileage, if possible reading out mileage data from electronic control modules).
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Interior inspection
for wear, damages, dirt, odors, water leaks.
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Body survey
(fenders, doors, hood, glasses, headlights, etc) focused on signs of impacts, flooding, and repainting. Pointing out scratches, dents, rust, chipping, matching paint and paint cracks.
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Electric components testing
(lights, power windows, locks, sun roof, etc).
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Checking the drivetrain
(driveshafts, differentials, CV-joints, low gear, differential lock mechanism, boots) for operability, wearout, backlash, noises.
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Transmission testing
(manual and road tests, computer diagnosis for any kind of automatic transmission). Looking for leaks and signs of recent repairs.
Reviews
"Great Service! Highly recommend using Car Advisiors! The incpection report was very through and helped us make an informed decision about the vehicle. We ended up not purchasing it due to engine codes that were present at the time of inspection, but were not tripping the check engine light. Potentially saved us a headache down the road. Well worth the cost of the inspection. "
Thor
"Oleg Karelov was my car inspector. He was great and very thorough. The report was very detailed. The report was complete with any or old codes that the car had. This is a terrific service to use; especially if you're going to make a decision on a used car. I would definitely recommend this service."
Kennedy
"Oleg from Caradvisors.pro did a fantastic job for me. He stayed in constant communication with me throughout the process. His inspection saved me from buying a car with many problems not easily observable. I will call on him for any current or future inspection needs."
Customer
"CarAdvisors provides an excellent service! Their pre-purchase inspections are absolutely phenomenal and cover all bases. The inspection provided me with much added confidence to correctly find a vehicle to purchase. Their service is extremely quick, and was done same-day for me. Not only that, when I called to discuss the report, the inspector was extremely helpful in providing his hesitations and what he believed is good/bad with a vehicle. Overall, CarAdvisors is an absolutely amazing service, and worth every penny!"
Leland
"Super job well done thank you so much I can’t thank you no more than you’ve done 10 stars "
David
"This was a great inspection which got me to give second thought on this car. Will use car advisor pro anytime I want to purchase a used vehicle. "
Andrea
"Very thorough inspection report and helpful service"
Adam
"Thank you Oleg for a great inspection. You found that the radiator was dented under the car and I was able to get this fixed and covered under warranty. I would not have known this had he not pointed this out to me."
Shari
"My inspector was very in depth I felt secure in the information he gave me"
Kendall
"Oleg was so professional and so thorough. He went through everything and found issues that I would have never found! He even went back to the dealership when they challenged his findings and texted me updates! Oleg saved me a ton of money. He is amazing and I will refer him to everyone I can!"
Nicole
"So thankful for this service. Saved me a trip to the dealer for nothing. Truck was in poor condition, that was not shown by dealer's photos. Very easy process. Great communication. Well worth every penny. Highly recommend "
Frank
"Reliable service and expert advise always saves me from bad purchases."
Jon
"Once again Oleg was phenomenal. I recommended him to all my friends, thanks again!"
Customer
"Oleg did a great job and saved me thousands of dollars! He is very thorough and unbiased. Highly recommend!"
Terry
"Great service"
Michael
"Car Advisors proved once again that appearances can be deceiving. Despite what looked like a clean CarFax and solid service records, Oleg’s thorough and professional assessment uncovered several hidden issues and concerns under the hood that I never would have noticed on my own. His detailed inspection save me from costly future repairs and gave me the clarity I needed to make a confident buying decision. Based on the issues found, I decided not to buy this particular SUV. I highly recommend Car advisors—one of the smartest investments you can make when purchasing a used car."
Mark
"Very professional and very thorough, unbiased opinion on condition of vehicle. Detailed inspection report helped me to make an informed purchase."
Carlos
"Wonderful experience with CarAdvisors! The peace of mind gained before purchasing our vehicle was priceless. Thank you for the great service. "
Joe
"Oleg was on time and thorough when inspecting the vehicle of interest. Allowed me to make an informed decision and I was able to walk away from a questionable buy. Thank you."
Keenan
"Great service wouldn't buy a car without their inspection. Highly recommend."
LeanneDiagnostic equipment
Diagnostic scanner
to check electronic systems and read its current state.
Coating thickness gauge
to find repaired and welded body parts.
Stethoscope
to find the source of abnormal engine noise.
Endoscope
to seek out leaks and damages in hard to reach places.
Advantages
Industry best comprehensive inspection with professional equipment.
Low and flat inspection fee for any type of car - classic, modern, luxury.
Get reports on the same day – on average we can get to a vehicle in only 1.5 hours.
Super detailed but easy to read report. Have a question? Call your inspector!
And of course, you may attend the inspection yourself and see our specialists at work.
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FAQ
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How qualified are your mechanics?
We are a small team of specialists with master’s degrees, a deep knowledge of car electronics, and many years experience in auto inspection. We don’t hire unknown mechanics from all over the country just to expand our presence in other states.
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What type of vehicles do you inspect?
We inspect all cars and trucks of any age and price. If a vehicle is a hybrid or is electric, we thoroughly inspect the battery and generator with a professional scan tool to make sure that these expensive parts are in working condition.
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Can you perform a computer diagnostic for an older vehicle with a non-standard diagnostic connector(not OBD2)?
Yes, we have special connectors for a wide variety of older vehicles. So even if it doesn't have a carburetor we can perform a computer diagnostic.
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What types of payments do you accept?
You may pay with card (debit or credit), from your account, or by cash or check after the inspection if you decide to see it in person.
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Can I cancel an inspection that has already been ordered and scheduled?
Yes, you can cancel an inspection at any time without charge. However, it's preferred that you provide at least 1 hour before the scheduled inspection time.
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Do you inspect vehicles on a lift?
It depends on the seller. If the seller has the facility to lift the vehicle (for example, if the seller is an auto dealer with a shop) then our specialist would inspect it on the lift. In most cases however, there is a necessity for a lift only if the test drive revealed issues with the drivetrain or suspension, and to determine the source of the problem and if it's ok to lift the car. Otherwise, inspection without a lift won't compromise the quality of the inspection itself.
