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Top Mechanics For Pre Purchase Inspections in Totton And Eling

271 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Totton And Eling, 24 years of experience

Edward Hunt is currently ranked Number 1 in the UK & Ireland according to the League of True Mechanics having won the National competition & held the title an impressive 3 years running, being crowned number...

“I am very happy with the work Edward carried out. I booked a premium car inspection and thanks to that he could spot 2 major problems in a car that I was about to buy and his work saved me a lot of money . Edward was efficient and kept me informed of everything , explaining and answering my questions. Also offered advice on the type of cars that could suit me , suggesting me some brands and models. The inspection was very thorough , i would recommend it and would repeat in the future in my next car inspections.”

MERCEDES, Southampton • 17th November 2023

Fiat 500 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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301 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 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...

“Adrian was great. Good communication, called me to check if I had any specifics that I wanted him to check? This was for a Wheel Chair adapted vehicle, so he looked out for stuff like corrosion around mountings etc.. Called back after his visit, ran through findings and what would be a good plan for the work he advised. Report that followed was clear and concise. Excellent - would use again! Thank you.”

DAVID, ASHURST • 27th January 2021

Kia Sedona • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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575 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 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.

“I couldn’t be happier with the service received from Joseph. I received a call before the Pre Purchase Inspection was about to take place and another one after detailing all the findings. No qualms in recommending Joseph!”

CHRIS, Southampton • 26th February 2020

Volkswagen Sharan • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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26 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Totton And Eling, 5 years of experience

Worked in a private workshop for 5 years in Portsmouth Been apprentice in Marshall Mercedes Benz in Bulgaria for 2 years

“Yasen was brilliant, and we are very happy with the work he carried out. He kept us informed throughout the process and was so helpful.”

KENNY, Hampshire • 26th November 2024

Citroen C3 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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485 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 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...

“Renato was extremely thorough with the car and wrote a very detailed report. The car was previously a write-off so his report was invaluable.”

AMAN, WINSOR, SOUTHAMPTON • 1st October 2020

Mazda MX-5 • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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103 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 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...

“Luke was great! Very friendly and made some great points about the car I'd like to buy.”

ALEX, Southampton • 26th April 2019

Mercedes-Benz SLC • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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142 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 19 years of experience

Hi I'm Dan I am a fully qualified level 3 mechanic and licenced MOT Tester with experience of all makes and models of cars and vans. I specialise in fitting clutches among other repairs that I offer. Myself ...

“Dan was really helpful - very easy to chat to and gave me helpful advice which enabled me to avoid buying a dodgy second hand car.”

KATE, Southampton • 23rd November 2022

Toyota Yaris • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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6 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 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...

“Gianluca was great. Comprehensive pre purchase inspection carried out which highlighted issues I would never have known about.
Top notch 👍”

JON, Southampton • 11th July 2023

Volkswagen Fox • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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Garage serving Totton And Eling, 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...

“Keith was very good. Spent about 20 mins on the phone explaining what he'd found on the car. Excellent service in that respect.

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JAMES, Southampton • 17th August 2016

Skoda Superb II • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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48 Reviews

Mobile mechanic serving Totton And Eling, 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 ...

“Chris was excellent in keeping me in the loop both in organising a time to visit and during the work itself. I would definitely use Chris again, he was very personable, explained exactly was he was doing, and came across knowledgeable and efficient. Very happy.”

CARLY, Southampton • 30th May 2022

BMW X5 • Suspension airbag replacement - rear (driver side)

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Mobile mechanic serving Totton And Eling, 18 years of experience

As my career profile illustrates, I am well-prepared to meet and exceed your expectations. Having served as Vehicle Build Technician/Vehicle Service Technician within Automotive Industry, I am accustomed to ...

“I had a pre-purchase inspection carried out on a Mercedes S class. Although I wasn’t present, I understand Yasika was very knowledgeable and very thorough. I have to say I am 100% pleased with the service, both in terms of its quality and promptness.”

ANDREW, Eastleigh • 16th August 2022

Mercedes-Benz S-Class • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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112 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 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

“He was very engaged and helpful!”

ROBERT, Southampton • 29th May 2017

BMW 5 Series • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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31 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 23 years of experience

As a mobile mechanic i got a lot of experience and lots of private jobs done on cars and get them back on the running and made them to get long term life

“Florin carried out a Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection for me. The written report is great to see, and have as evidence and for your records, but for me it was the details of the verbal feedback in the phone call to me afterwards which was most useful. You get the real feel of what the car is like, and are able to ask questions and discuss. It was the enthusiasm and confidence from Florin about the car which made me go ahead and buy it.”

DANIEL, Fareham • 21st December 2024

Mercedes-Benz E-Class • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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Mobile mechanic serving Totton And Eling, 9 years of experience

I have 9 years of experience in the auto repair industry. iv worked for a variety of garages for several years and have now decided to further pursue the mobile side of the industry. I can repair all makes &...

“Very good service and very easy to arrange. ”

PAMELA, Christchurch • 1st May 2015

Toyota Hiace • Standard Pre-purchase Inspection

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126 Reviews

Garage serving Totton And Eling, 20 years of experience

Starting my love for cars watching my father repair cars since I was very young, then I went to a SENAI technical school of mechanics where I studied for 2 years and automotive electrical for another 2, afte...

“Paulo was amazing, used him twice in a week and he was fantastic both times. His attention to detail is brilliant, pointing out things that most of us would never notice! Would definitely use him again!”

NATALIE, Andover • 5th September 2023

Nissan Qashqai • Premium Pre-purchase Inspection

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Frequently asked questions about pre-purchase inspections in Totton And Eling

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

I plan to buy a used car in Totton And Eling - do I need a pre-purchase inspection?

A pre-purchase inspection done by an experienced mechanic in Totton And Eling 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 Premium 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 40 mechanics in Totton And Eling doing pre-purchase inspections.

What happens during a pre-purchase inspection?

If you book a pre-purchase inspection in Totton And Eling, a vetted mechanic servicing Totton And Eling 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 Totton And Eling?

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 Totton And Eling - 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 Totton And Eling are most popular for second hand Seat, Volkswagen, and Toyota.

Can I book a follow up appointment?

Following your used car inspection in Totton And Eling, 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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