Describe it once. Matched providers come to you.
An independent inspection looks at the mechanical condition, body and rust, and signs of past damage. Include the make, model, year, the seller's suburb and when you need it done. Some providers travel to private sellers and yards; profiles show who works mobile.
Common jobs
- Pre-purchase mechanical inspections
- Body, rust and accident damage checks
- Mobile inspections at the seller
- Diagnostic scans for stored faults
- Hybrid battery checks on used hybrids
Pre-purchase car inspection by area
Privacy and matching
Jobs are routed by service category and the regions providers cover. Your exact address and phone number stay locked until you choose to connect, and every review on AutoRepairs NZ comes from a completed marketplace job. Quotes, workmanship and warranties are between you and the independent business you choose.
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Questions
How much does pre-purchase inspection cost in Auckland?
On AutoRepairs NZ, 3 local businesses list pre-purchase inspection from $125, GST incl. (November 2026). The final price depends on the vehicle and what it needs; post the job free to get exact prices from businesses who cover your suburb.
Should I also check the vehicle history?
Yes. An inspection covers condition; a history report covers money owing, odometer records and whether it was imported as damaged. They complement each other.
Can the inspection happen at the seller's house?
Many inspectors work mobile. Post the seller's suburb.
Is posting free?
Yes, for vehicle owners.