Used Car
Buying Help:
Auto P. I.  Used Car
600-Point Inspections
Why Use Auto P. I.
Used Car Inspections
The 1-2-3 Steps of Buying a Used Car
Master Technicians & Frame Specialist
Frame Inspections are Critical
Determining the True Value of a Used Car
Used Car Industry
Alerts and Scams
Buying Myths
and Misconceptions
Helpful Links for More Information
Frequently Asked Questions

Watch Out For:
Other Types of Pre-purchase Inspections
Voided Factory Warranties on Used Vehicles
Certified Used-Car Drawbacks
A CARFAX Report
is Not an Inspection
The "AS-IS" Sale Document
Odometer Fraud at Highest Levels
Salvage Vehicles are
on the Road Again
Title Fraud and Title Cleaning
Curbstoner or
Individual Seller?

Why Use Auto P. I. Pre-Purchase Inspections

To determine the true (actual) condition of a used vehicle, a professional used car inspection should be comprised of following three elements:

  A) The inspection criteria for inspecting every component and system
  B) Inspector's qualifications (#of ASE certifications)
  C) Registration documentation on the vehicle

Auto P. I. Used Car Inspections offers a 600-point inspection by a ASE Certified Master Technician who is also certified in Frame Analysis, plus Auto P. I. gives you a vehicle title search.

The following chart shows the differences between an Auto P. I. inspection and a regular mechanic inspection.

Qualifications       


Auto P. I.

Mechanic or
 Repair Shop 
ASE Certified in Engine Repair/Diagnostics
ASE Certified in Automatic Trans/Transaxle
ASE Certified in Manual Drive Train and Axles
ASE Certified in Suspension and Steering
ASE Certified in Brakes and ABS Systems
ASE Certified in Electrical/Electrical Systems
ASE Certified in Heating and Air Conditioning
ASE Certified in Engine Performance
ASE Certified in Structural Analysis (Frame)
ASE Certified in Non-Structural Analysis (Body)
Mobile service - Fully equipped vans
Experienced with all Makes and Models
Company Experience (100,000+ cars inspected)
Unbiased - (No Repairs, no conflict of interest)
Texas Title Search Included
Used Car Buying Information
100% Satisfaction Guarantee

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Many people use only the following inspections before purchasing a used vehicle. Click to see the risks associated with each of these types of used car inspections.
 
  1. CARFAX History Reports as an inspection

  2. Only a test drive as an inspection

  3. Friend or relative inspection
  4. Shade tree mechanic inspection
  5. Used Car Dealer inspection
  6. Certified Cars inspection 
  7. Repair shop inspection

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Your best protection when buying a used vehicle is to have the vehicle professionally inspected by a unbiased ASE Certified Master Technician, also certified in frame analysis, and who independently works for you.

Auto P. I. Used Car Inspections uses only ASE Certified Master Technicians and Frame Specialists to discover odometer discrepancies, mechanical, electrical, and frame problems, before a used vehicle is purchased.

Don't Buy a Used Car With Past or Current Problems
Know the True Condition by Scheduling Auto P. I.'s 600-Point Inspection.

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Serving the Greater Austin, TX Area  

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