Pre-Purchase inspections starting at $179 in Sacramento, ca
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Our Automotive Inspections
What Do Our Automotive Inspections include? One of our ASE certified technicians will meet you at any location in the Sacramento Area. They will show up on time in a marked vehicle EVERYTIME, with diagnosis tools ready to perform your pre-purchase inspection. We usually have same day availability. If not, we are always able to perform an inspection by the next day. We have 2 highly trained automotive technicians trained in mechanical, and auto body work. Particularly in the Sacramento Area we see lots of poorly repaired vehicles with unreported accident damage. We provide FREE consultation after the inspection. You are more then welcome to talk to our technicians after the inspection over the phone or in person. We will NOT send a "contracted independent mechanic" we don't know to do your inspection. We will always send a highly trained technician that works for OUR COMPANY.
Engine
Oil Level and Condition
Oil and Coolant Leaks
Valve Cover Cap
Dipstick
Coolant Level and Condition
Misfires
Exhaust
Exhaust Leaks
Signs of Previous Overheating
Emissions
Computer Diagnosis;
Monitors All Complete
Engine Noises*
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*Most common are rod nock, valve tic, lifter noise, and motor mount clunking.
Transmission
Fluid Level and Condition
Leaks
Worn Out Clutch/Clutch Packs
Worn Out Synchros
Throw Out Bearing
Burnt Fluid
Slipping
Limp Mode
Hard Shifts
Delayed Shifts
Clunking
Missing Shifts
Bad Rear Main Seal*
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* Most common and expensive problem.
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Chassis/Suspension
Shocks
Struts
Tire Tread
Tire Condition
Ball Joint
Stearing Components
Inner and Outer Tie Rods
Sway Bar Bushings
End Links
Control Arm Bushings
Steering Box Play
Axles
Ripped Axle Boots
Wheel Bearings
Rust
Signs of any previous major accidents*
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*Bent frame or control arms, body gaps, and unprofessional paint work.
Every inspection is treated like a personal purchase!
At Better Cars every inspection is treated with precision and integrity. We consider every vehicle inspection a top priority to our clients and our community. With careful detail, consideration, and respect every car will be treated as if it was going to be personally purchased and daily driven.