Pre-Purchase Inspections in Memphis, TN
Buying a used car in Memphis can be a gamble — unless you’ve got someone in your corner who knows how to spot trouble before you sign that bill of sale. At Memphis Mobile Mechanics Co, we bring years of real-world experience straight to your driveway, workplace, or the seller’s location. We don’t sugarcoat, we don’t guess, and we don’t let you get stuck with a lemon.
A pre-purchase inspection isn’t just a quick walk-around. It’s a full-scale, hands-on evaluation of the car’s true condition — the stuff the seller hopes you don’t notice. We check performance, wear, hidden mechanical problems, and all the systems that matter when you’re investing your money into a vehicle you’ve never owned. If there’s something wrong, we’ll find it. If it’s worth buying, we’ll tell you with confidence.
Memphis is full of good deals and bad deals — the trick is knowing which is which. Let us help you make the right call.
Why Get a Pre-Purchase Inspection
Buying a vehicle without an expert checking it first is one of the fastest ways to regret your purchase. A professional inspection:
- Helps you avoid expensive surprises
- Gives you real bargaining power
- Reveals issues sellers might try to hide
- Helps you compare similar vehicles
- Provides peace of mind before committing to thousands of dollars
A pre-purchase inspection usually pays for itself the moment we point out something the seller “forgot” to mention.
Why You Need A Mobile Mechanic
At Memphis Mobile Mechanics Co, we go wherever the car is, because it's not yet yours to drive to us. Whether you’re checking out a vehicle at a dealership on Winchester, walking a big used-car lot on Covington Pike, meeting a private seller at their home, or looking at something parked in a driveway, garage, storage unit, workplace, or side street, we’ll be there. We’ll check out cars anywhere — BHPH lots, auction sites, Marketplace meetups, Craigslist driveways, even the ones hidden out on rural backroads where sellers hope no one looks too closely.If it’s within driving distance of Memphis, we can inspect it.
What We're Looking For During A Pre-Purchase Used Car Inspection
Before you make any commitments, we dig deep into the areas that reveal the real story of the vehicle. Our approach is methodical, detailed, and backed by years of Memphis road knowledge. We thoroughly inspect all systems, inside and out, and when possible take the vehicle for a test drive. Our software, inspection tools and years of experience will uncover any hidden issues, before you buy a car without knowing about them.
Engine and Powertrain
We evaluate engine performance, check for leaks, abnormal noises, poor combustion, overheating risks, and any signs of hidden repairs. We also assess transmission operation, responsiveness, and shifting quality.
Suspension Steering & Brakes
We test the ride quality, check for worn bushings, loose steering components, brake pad thickness, rotor condition, and any suspension issues that could lead to major repairs down the road.
Electrical Systems and Accessories
We inspect the battery, alternator output, starter operation, lights, power windows, infotainment, sensors, and everything electronic that tends to fail on used cars.
Diagnostic Scan and Warning Lights Inspection
We hook up professional-grade diagnostic equipment to pull fault codes, check system health, and uncover problems sellers often try to clear. If the check-engine light was recently reset, we’ll know.
We also evaluate paint quality, body damage, rust points, framework alignment, tire wear, airbag readiness, HVAC performance, and the overall condition inside and out.
Our Step By Step Pre-Purchase Inspection Process
Having an outside party who knows cars, and has nothing to hide is an important step when purchasing a used vehicle. We uncover problems that sellers may not even know are there. As professional mechanics in Memphis, we know the roads vehicles have driven on and what to look for to ensure they last going forward. When we do inspections, we don’t rush and we don’t guess. Here’s how we break it down:
On-Site Arrival and Initial Evaluation
Wherever the vehicle is located — home, dealership, work, side street — we show up fully equipped and start with a full visual survey and quick functional checks.
Complete Mechanical Testing
We run through an extensive list of system checks including engine operation, emissions behavior, belt and hose integrity, electrical loads, braking performance, and cooling system evaluation.
Full Diagnostic Scan and Test Drive (if possible)
We run diagnostics to look for hidden issues, then perform a road test (with seller permission) to feel for problems you can’t see — transmission slipping, odd noises, steering pull, vibration, and acceleration issues.
Easy To Understand Vehicle Inspection Report
You get a straightforward breakdown of everything we find, including what’s good, what needs attention, what’s a dealbreaker, and what the realistic repair costs might be.
Call Us To Schedule Your Pre-Purchase Car Inspection Today
A used car can be a great deal — or it can be a money pit waiting to swallow your wallet whole. Don’t take chances on such a large purchase, when our fast mobile pre-purchase inspection can potentially save you thousands. At Memphis Mobile Mechanics Co, we give you the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth so you can buy with confidence.
Call us today to book a pre-purchase inspection anywhere in Memphis. We come to you, we check everything, and we help you make the right decision before you sign anything