Ventura CA Pre-Purchase Inspection Service
Buying a Car? Protect Yourself with a Pre-Purchase Inspection
Before you spend thousands on a used vehicle in Ventura County, make sure you get a professional pre-purchase vehicle inspection. Whether you're buying from a private party or a dealership, having ABC Auto Care in Ventura inspect the car can save you from costly repairs, headaches, and regret.
- It's Easy for Sellers to Hide Vehicle Problems: Check engine lights, hidden rust, leaks - only a trained technician can spot what sellers don't want you to see.
- Not Every Seller Is Ethical: Trust our experienced team at ABC Auto Care to uncover the truth behind the vehicle's condition.
- People Lie: Mileage tampering, false claims, hidden accidents - an inspection uncovers what sellers won't tell you.
- People Exaggerate: "Runs great" often means "runs... for now." We'll tell you how it really runs.
- A Trusted Repair Shop Is the Safest Place to Make the Transaction: Meet the seller at our Ventura shop. We provide a neutral, professional environment for complete inspections.
- Scan for Codes or Unset Monitors - Use a diagnostic tool to find hidden issues.
- Request Maintenance and Repair Records - No paperwork? That's a red flag.
- Get Permission to Call the Repair Shop - Contact the mechanic who worked on the car and ask their honest opinion.
- Never Pay in Cash - Always have a paper trail. Use a check or bank visit.
- Match Seller's ID to the Title - Ensure the person selling the car is the rightful owner.
- Never Buy in a Public Place - Meet where the car resides to evaluate usage conditions.
- Don't Trust What They Can't Prove - If they can't show it, don't believe it.
If a seller won't allow a professional inspection, that's your biggest warning sign. Don't ignore it. A trustworthy seller should welcome an inspection if they have nothing to hide.
What's Included in Our Pre-Purchase Inspection- Full digital inspection with photos
- Road test evaluation
- Engine, transmission & ABS diagnostic scan
- Suspension, brakes, and tires checked
- Fluid levels and leak detection
- Frame and structural review
- Signs of past accident or flood damage
With over 37 years of experience serving Ventura, our team is trusted by thousands. We don't sell cars - we protect buyers. Our only mission is to help you make a smart, informed purchase.
Schedule Your Pre-Purchase Inspection TodayCall ABC Auto Care at 805 644 1238
Or visit us in Ventura to book your appointment.
Your next used car deserves a second opinion - let us give it to you.
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