Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspection

Buying a used car is exciting, but even a vehicle that looks clean and drives smoothly on a short test drive can hide expensive mechanical or safety issues. At Cooks Auto Repair in Sacramento, our thorough, unbiased pre-purchase vehicle inspection gives you a complete picture of a vehicle's condition before you buy.

Our ASE-certified technicians inspect the engine, transmission and drivetrain, brakes and suspension, electrical system, tires and wheels, body and frame, and perform a road test. We also scan the vehicle's computer for diagnostic trouble codes.

After the inspection, you receive a detailed written report with condition ratings for all major systems, photos of any significant issues, a list of current problems and upcoming maintenance needs with estimated repair costs, and our honest recommendation on whether to buy, negotiate, or walk away.