Outside Inspection

Scrapes

Dings

Damage (minor or major)

Missing parts

Tires (tread and any damage)

Headlights – are they working

Taillights – running, brake, reverse and signal

High beams – are they working

Turn signals – are they working

Windshield – is it in good condition (check for pits or cracks)

Back window – is it in good condition (check for pits or cracks)

Side Windows –are they in good condition (check for pits or cracks)

Windshield wipers – are they in good condition (do they work)

Bumpers

Mirrors

Muffler/exhaust

Doors open and close

Paint – chips, peeling, cracks or damage

Suspension

Fluid check

Our inspectors will photograph the VIN number for you to verify it matches the one provided by the dealership.(does it match)?

Inside Inspection

Smell or odor

Wear and tear

Windows – do they roll up and down

Damage (minor or major)

Speedometer – does it work

Odometer – does it work

Interior lights – do they work

Glove box – does it open and close (is the owner’s manual in the glove box)

Emergency brake – does it work

Rear view mirror

Safety belts

Horn

Locks

Seats – heating, cooling, power and any damage, any tears or stains

Test Drive

We will test drive manual and automatic vehicles

How does the vehicle drive

Alignment – does it pull to one side or the other

Brakes – how do they feel

Gas pedal – how does it feel

Acceleration – how does it feel

Suspension – how does it feel

Performance – how does it feel

Steering – how does it feel

Transmission – how does it feel (is it shifting like it should)

Engine – does the engine make any out of the ordinary sounds, is it squealing?