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Total expert pre-purchase inspection mechanics operating in East Scotland

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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in East Scotland

2 Reviews

Garage in East Scotland, 8 years of experience

Local mechanic fully mobile and also have fully equipped workshop for larger jobs.

24 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 10 years of experience

10 years BMW Experience 3 years JLR 5 years EV Qualified through BMW South Africa Trade Qualified mechanical level 4

328 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving East Scotland, 15 years of experience

Welcome to SAS STEERING ALIGNMENT SERVICES. www.sasalignment.com We will endeavour to get you back on the road as quickly as possible. We are a mobile service covering Scotland . I set-up my own b...

70 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 12 years of experience

7 years independent Garage 5 years Mazda dealership Timing belts Servicing Diagnostic Brakes Suspension

208 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving East Scotland, 9 years of experience

Hi, I'm Dylan your local mobile mechanic. I have always had a passion for cars from a very young age, hence my career choice. I started out as an apprentice in my local independent garage working on a...

182 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 17 years of experience

CDL AutoTec is owned & operated by Duncan Hamilton who has over 17 years experience in the trade. We offer full garage services with a 1 bay workshop catering for all make/models and repairs. If you cannot m...

266 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 10 years of experience

I have been in the trade for over 10 years as a mechanic, working in franchise dealerships & performance targeted garages Including repair of emergency response vehicles. Specialist in all make/model servici...

130 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 25 years of experience

Hi, I have owned and run my own business for over 10 years. Previous to this, I had several years employment with a range of different Franchises including Ford, Vauxhall, Iveco, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, and Finall...

23 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 7 years of experience

I began my career with Lochrin Autos in Edinburgh starting out as an apprentice then graduating to a fully fledged technician and I was with the business for 5 years. I moved to Dalziels MOT Centre in 2015 ....

73 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 10 years of experience

Mobile Jaguar Land Rover specialist.

33 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 15 years of experience

Experts in vehicle servicing and repairs. We carry out all jobs from simple bulb changes to large engine replacements. In-depth wiring repairs + diagnostics. Peugeot/Citroen/Vauxhall (PSA Based) specialist...

42 Reviews

Garage serving East Scotland, 20 years of experience

I’ve been a mechanic of 20 years since leaving school and I thrive on cars it’s not only my work but my hobby, I enjoy everything about vehicles and followed the footsteps of my family, all of which there is...

38 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving East Scotland, 10 years of experience

Hi. Welcome to DW Car-Tec, Ive been in the motor industry for over 10 years now started in an independent garage then went to the dealer. I’m now offerings garage service at your door/work, Supplying the...

4 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving East Scotland, 6 years of experience

KD Auto Care is a mobile mechanic that comes out to you and assist with any issue that your vehicles has, feel free to ask me any questions.

Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in East Scotland

Read our answers to questions about pre-purchase inspection costs, symptoms and more.

I plan to buy a used car in East Scotland - do I need a pre-purchase inspection?

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in East Scotland spares you the headache and saves the time of checking the vehicle over yourself. The mechanics on our network know what signs to lookout for, potentially helping you avoid future large repair bills.

We have a comprehensive checklist that the mechanic goes through, and they will provide you with a detailed email report and a follow-up call describing the state of the vehicle (if applicable).

Customers value the pre-purchase inspection report they receive from their mechanics. The report will help you make a decision and possibly assist with negotiating price.

A Basic Pre-purchase Inspection is the most popular choice amongst ClickMechanic customers when it comes to checking a used car before the sale. We currently have 8 mechanics in East Scotland doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

If you book a pre-purchase inspection in East Scotland, a vetted mechanic servicing East Scotland will inspect the car you intend to purchase. Depending on the level of service booked (basic, standard or premium), the mechanic will spend up to 3 hours assessing the condition of the vehicle.

When inspecting a used car, mechanics check the interior, lights, fluid levels, brakes and suspension, chassis and car underside (subject to service level booked). All our inspection checklists include a road test to examine the condition of important safety features such as the steering and braking, and give a clear idea whether the vehicle is roadworthy.

Do I need to get permission for a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic in East Scotland?

You will need to notify the used car seller about the inspection and should get their permission for the inspection to take place. Also make sure that the inspecting mechanic has clear access to both the vehicle and proposed inspection site so that they can complete their work.

I have booked a used vehicle inspection in East Scotland - do I have to be present?

No, there is no need for you to be present during the inspection. Our pre-purchase inspection service is popular with customers wanting to have a professional assessment of a used car they are purchasing e.g. while they are abroad.

You will receive a report about the condition of the car after the inspection is complete and if you wish you will be able to discuss with the mechanic over the phone afterwards (depending on level of service booked).

Does the pre-purchase inspection come with a warranty?

Our pre-purchase inspections of used vehicles do not come with a warranty. The main purpose of inspecting a used car before the sale is to give you an honest and true reflection of the state of the vehicle at the time of inspection.

Pre-purchase inspections in East Scotland are most popular for second hand .

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in East Scotland, if you decided to purchase the vehicle we recommend having it serviced by one of the mechanics on our network. That way you can ensure you are off to a good start and your car is ready for your future journeys together.

Speak to the mechanic who will do the inspection to book a follow up through ClickMechanic.

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