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
"The technician was knowledgeable, thorough and efficient!"
Jeffrey
"Thank you so much, money well spent, wish I had this type of inspection done on my last vehicle I found online. Great work, very detailed, highly recommend to anyone. "
RONALD
"Very good company to use. They go over every inch of the car"
elliott
"I was so pleased with the detail from Oleg. In addition his interactions on the phone and availability made it easy to get the vehicle checked swiftly. The inspection spared us from buying a lemon from a smooth talking salesman."
Charlotte
"CarAdvisors provided an extremely thorough inspection and were a pleasure to work with! I highly reccomend them to anybody looking for a high quality inspection at a competitive rate."
Alex
"My inspection experience was great. Was able to receive the report the following day after placing the order. I would definitely use this service again."
Neil
"Couldn't have been more pleased with this company! I was looking to purchase a car in the Atlanta area and,since I was several hours away and purchasing an expensive used BMW ,I wanted an expert to look at it. Doing some research online,I came across caradvisors who were highly recommended. Well everyone was right, the whole process was so seamless...from booking the inspection on their website to them scheduling an appointment with the seller and submitting a very thorough report, I knew exactly what I was getting and all of that within a day! The seller was skeptical about the issues found in the report and decided to take the car to the BMW dealership who confirmed exactly what was found in the report. The seller was able to have these issues taken care of, saving me hundreds of $$$ and now this baby is mine!. 5/5 stars!"
Gabriel
"Once again Oleg was phenomenal. I recommended him to all my friends, thanks again!"
Customer
"Terrific, no hassle service with a very fair price and a thorough report after the inspection! "
Mark
"Very detailed report. Saved me a ton of trouble."
Morris
"Amazing and fast service! The report was extremely detailed and very helpful. A+ service. Would highly recommend!"
Amilcar
"We had never had an pre-purchase inspection before, but so glad we decided to invest in one! Service was fast and communication was clear, and the inspection found several issues that we would not have been aware of in our decision-making otherwise. Thanks for the professional assistance, it's so appreciated!"
Alyssa
"Tremendous value with great customer service.. Oleg was able to meet and perform an inspection of a potential used vehicle the same day. Punctual and professional... Responded to all questions and provided much needed insight into those details that are often overlooked when purchasing a used vehicle.. If you are in the market for a used vehicle, do yourself a favor and guarantee peace of mind by giving CarAdvisors and Oleg a call"
Brendon
"CarAdvisors is giving me peace of mind in my used car search. The reports have been invaluable."
Stredrick
"I could not have been more pleased with Car Advisors. I've use Lemon Squad twice in the past. They were fine, but did not go into near as much detail as Car Advisors. Even the dealership was impressed.
No one should buy used car without Car Advisors looking at it first.
Thank you!!!"
Mary
"This was a great experience and I highly recommend this company "
Customer
"I had a very good experience with Car Advisors. They were able to come out the same day I ordered and the report was also ready the same day. The report was thorough and informative! I did not purchase the vehicle due to the many discovered issues during inspection! $170 saved me thousands!!!"
Jessica
"Thorough inspection & report. Very accommodating service!"
David
"Very good thorough inspection and good details. Definitely will recommend to anyone and will be using if needed again. Thank you! "
Eric
"The process with CarAdvisors was very smooth. They were very professional and inspected my car thoroughly. They explained all of the car's issues, which helped me make an informed decision about whether to purchase the vehicle. It was a great experience. "
DeniceDiagnostic 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.
