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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in Thornaby

702 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 8 years of experience

I started by studying at City College in Leeds and gained my City & Guild qualifications up to level 3 and I undertook a garage job whilst studying in order to gain great experience. Whilst I was studying I ...

268 Reviews

Garage serving Thornaby, 22 years of experience

Mobile Mechanic with 20 years experience, all work completed to a high standard using manufacturer recognised parts. I’m in the military so split between the below locations, therefore able to complete work ...

197 Reviews

Garage serving Thornaby, 40 years of experience

I completed my apprenticeship in the family business in Cumbria back in 1974 and worked in the business right up until 2002 in various roles such as heavy goods driver, I also became a partner in the busines...

CHRIS, CLEVELAND 23rd March 2017

Volkswagen Scirocco • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

68 Reviews

Garage serving Thornaby, 12 years of experience

I have worked in the motor trade for over 12 years a I on time a like getting on with the job in hand

102 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 9 years of experience

BMW Mini Rolls Royce Independent BMW group dealer level diagnostics and able to write official BMW service history. BMW Master Tech ZF Gearbox Specialist Diagnostics; Smoke Tests ISTA (BMW GROUP...

115 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 30 years of experience

.30 years experience in the industry carrying out repairs to most makes of vehicles to a high standard, using the experience gained & up-to-date equipment we now specialise in the diagnostics aspect of the c...

LINTON, Middlesbrough 10th March 2017

Ford Fiesta • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

3 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 21 years of experience

Mobile Mechanic based in Oakhill tree area - happy to come out and assist with any issues you may have with your vehicle.

12 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 8 years of experience

Providing a mobile service as well as a garage service in and around the Newcastle area. Specialising in diagnostics and electrical repairs however working on all makes and models carrying out all types of m...

27 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 10 years of experience

I have worked in the industry for 10+ years I have worked for a number of the industries market leaders such as Toyota, Volvo, VW As well as working as a roadside mechanic working on a number of different v...

325 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 34 years of experience

I have worked for some of the UK’s largest names in motor vehicle repair/breakdown sector Establishing my own business in 2005 offering a professional,friendly and reliable mobile service covering most car...

3 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 15 years of experience

I started my career on cars over 15 years ago, I completed my NVQ level 3 on cars. I then decided I wanted to try new things so I moved over to the HGV/PSV side of mechanics. I have stayed in the bigger vehi...

20 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Thornaby, 35 years of experience

Full diagnostic tools comes with 35 yrs experience, generally know what the problem is b4 plugging diagnostic in, pictures of all work done for peice of mind and sent to the customer, special lubricants on r...

15 Reviews

Garage in Cleveland, 22 years of experience

I completed my apprenticeship at A&J Motors in Marske-by-the-Sea and subsequently spent 7 years there. I moved to Global Geophysical Services and worked abroad in many places like Poland, Iraq, Turkey as chi...

Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in Thornaby

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

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

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in Thornaby 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 14 mechanics in Thornaby doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

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

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 Thornaby - 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 Thornaby are most popular for second hand Citroen, Mazda, and Mitsubishi.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in Thornaby, 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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