A mobile pre-purchase inspection in Calgary. I come to the car, go through it properly, and tell you plainly whether it's worth your money.
What I actually look at
A used car is a set of small decisions someone else made. I go through them in order and tell you which ones are already costing you money.
Cold start, leaks, timing, transmission behaviour on a real drive.
Rust, collision repair, prior damage the seller never mentioned.
Wear measured, not guessed. What needs doing in the next six months.
Service records, insurance claims, and what the VIN is actually telling you.
How it works
You don't need to take the car anywhere, take time off work, or trust a stranger's summary of it.
Year, make, model, the listing link if there is one, and where the car is parked.
Usually the same day or the next. I meet you, or the seller, at the car.
What's good, what's not, what it'll cost. Then you decide, with numbers instead of hope.
Questions
An independent assessment of a used vehicle's observable condition before you buy it. It can identify mechanical concerns, visible damage, wear and other issues that may affect your decision.
$180. I come to the vehicle's location and give you a full health report on the engine, transmission, brakes and more, plus help using the report to negotiate a fair price.
Mechanical systems, body condition, frame integrity, tires, brakes and more. The report covers the expected life of major parts (engine, transmission, driveline), immediate safety concerns, and hidden defects or past damage.
Yes. Mobile inspections can be arranged at either, with the seller's permission and suitable access. Send the listing and the address when you book.
About 60 minutes.
Yes. I do mobile inspections in Calgary and area, at dealers and private sellers. There is an additional travel charge outside of Calgary.
I'll explain what each issue means and what it could cost, so you can negotiate or walk away.
A history report shows recorded events, like registrations, liens and reported accidents. It can't show the vehicle's mechanical condition today, or repairs that were never reported. An inspection checks the vehicle as it is now. Together they give you the full picture. I once saw an immaculate Carfax and thought it would be a perfect vehicle. When I inspected it, the engine had major wear.
Walk away if the seller won't allow an inspection, pushes you to pay before you've seen the vehicle, the ownership doesn't match their ID, the price is far below market, or the vehicle shows signs of flood damage or poor collision repair.
No. Don't send money, including an e-transfer deposit, to “hold” a vehicle before you've seen it and had it inspected.
Calgary and nearby communities, including Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks and Chestermere. There's an additional travel charge outside Calgary.
Cash or e-transfer are the preferred methods. Credit cards are accepted for an additional fee.
Fill in the form on this page, text or call 403-606-5226, or email info@jmauto.ca.
Serving Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks and the Bow Valley.
