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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in Portsmouth

574 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 13 years of experience

Joseph Bloomfield Mobile Mechanic. The business covers all makes/models & repairs, so no job is too big or too small. I cover the South Coast area & beyond.

191 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 42 years of experience

Hi MDK Vehicle Repairs Ltd offers a convenient, cost effective, professional mobile solution for your vehicle repairs, some of the services we offer are Alternators, Batteries, Brakes, Drive Belts, Pre-Pu...

184 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 15 years of experience

Three years' work experience within a family run garage and 13 years' work experience as a freelance Mobile Mechanic in Fareham and surrounding areas.

102 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 11 years of experience

I began my career with Cross Autos in Southampton and spent all of my career there to date and that was for around 11 years. In 2016 I set-up my own mobile mechanic business called LC Diagnostic & Repair. Th...

485 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 20 years of experience

I began my career as a mechanic when I was 17 years old in Portugal. When I was 22 years old I set-up my own garage in for around 7 years before moving to the UK in 2007. I worked in various garages in order...

70 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 15 years of experience

IVT car repair Ltd. is a place created out of passion for the automotive industry. We offer services at the highest level. We service cars of all brands. We do not have a paint shop yet, but replacing...

EMMA, HAVANT 9th August 2024

Land Rover Range Rover Sport • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

138 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 14 years of experience

Here at CK Mobile Mechanics we believe in a no nonsense aproach to vehicle repair and servicing, Keeping downtime to a minimum and keeping your wheels turning. As we offer a fully mobile service, we are a...

301 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 8 years of experience

Welcome to AIC Maintenance Group - We Offer a Specialist Mobile Mechanic Service at your home or work place throughout West Sussex, Hampshire & Surrey Are you looking for a professional car mechanic who can...

92 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 32 years of experience

I started up with a youth training team and learned there for a couple years until I moved on and went to work for a local independent garage. Stayed there for about 4 years and then went on to a better oppo...

112 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 12 years of experience

Wateridge services offering a totally mobile mechanic service Fully qualified and insured with years of experience Call/message for a no obligation quote

ROBERT, Southampton 29th May 2017

BMW 5 Series • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

339 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 20 years of experience

Full range of mechanical work including full diagnostic equipment, service and repair, welding, mot prep, car delivery

6 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 10 years of experience

At ArdaMotive we pride ourself in delivering honest, efficient and cost effective vehicle repairs and servicing, with no job too big or small. Over 10 years experience built up through working with indepe...

4 Reviews

Garage serving Portsmouth, 30 years of experience

With many happy and returning customers over the last 20 years, you can be sure of being well looked after. My aim is to provide a stress free project, delivered in a manner that I am confident will exceed y...

48 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Portsmouth, 19 years of experience

After finishing my college education I then did my apprenticeship for 4 years at a local independent garage. Proceeded then to a local Mercedes 1 year learning on the trade and Peugeot main dealership for 1 ...

Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in Portsmouth

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

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

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in Portsmouth 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 30 mechanics in Portsmouth doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

If you book a pre-purchase inspection in Portsmouth, a vetted mechanic servicing Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?

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 Portsmouth - 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 Portsmouth are most popular for second hand Toyota, Kia, and Suzuki.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in Portsmouth, 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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