Rutherford workshop
Pre-Purchase Inspections in Rutherford
Buying a used car is a big decision, and a clean exterior can hide expensive problems. Our pre-purchase inspection gives you an independent look at the car's mechanical condition before you hand over any money, so you can buy with confidence, negotiate on price or walk away.
What's included
Pre-Purchase Inspections at SAI Motor Works
We have no stake in whether you buy the car. Our job is to tell you what we find, good and bad, and roughly what any issues will cost to fix.
Inspections are done at our Rutherford workshop, where we can put the car on a hoist and check underneath properly.
- Engine, transmission and drivetrain check
- Brakes, steering and suspension inspection
- Underbody check for leaks, rust and damage
- Diagnostic scan for stored fault codes
- Tyres, lights and electrical systems
- Road test and a rundown of what we found
Know the signs
When to book a pre-purchase inspection
- You're buying from a private seller
- The car is out of its new car warranty
- The logbook is missing or has gaps
- The price seems too good to be true
- It's a 4WD or ute that may have towed or been off-road
- You want an independent opinion before you sign
Noticed any of these? Get it checked before it becomes a bigger job.
Request a quoteHow it works
What to Expect
No surprises on the invoice. If we find anything that wasn't on the quote, we call you first.
Step 1: Book or request a quote
Request a free quote online or call 1300 017 205. Tell us what's going on and we'll find a time that suits.
Step 2: We inspect & quote upfront
We check your car and explain what we found. You approve the price before any work starts.
Step 3: Back on the road
We complete the work, road test where needed and walk you through what we did when you collect the car.
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Tell us what's going on with your car and we'll come back with a clear price. Or call the workshop, open Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm, Sat 8:30am–4pm.