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You've
looked and test driven that car or truck that caught your eye. Its ride is smooth
and handles like a dream. But what about its engine,
drive train, brakes and suspension? All too often, buyer's remorse comes in
the form of, "I wish I had known."
The cost of a
"pre-purchase" inspection is much less than most repair costs. It
also gives you some negotiating room with the salesperson before you hand
out your hard earned money. Don't you want to know if your new car is going
to need any work in the near future? And, how much will it cost?
Let's be honest for a
moment. Salespeople aren't mechanics. They're not mechanics so why would
they know about potential mechanical problems? They rarely, if ever, really drive the cars they
sell. Give them a break and use a competent professional who is unbiased to
perform a “pre-purchase inspection" for you. You deserve an honest
assessment of what you're buying.
Bob’s Automotive will
provide you with a detailed inspection and evaluation of the current
condition of the vehicle and its sub systems. You'll also receive a
prioritized list of any repairs needed to bring the vehicle back into
proper operating condition BEFORE you commit to the purchase. Now you have
a clear picture of the car you're looking at and a great bargaining tool to
negotiate a fair price.
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BEFORE YOU BUY
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Previous
to any inspection, we spend time consulting with our customer so we can
better understand any ideas or concerns they may have regarding the
vehicle being purchased. This
process allows us to fully understand the reason for the purchase, the type
of service the vehicle is expected to be used for, what family member
will be the primary driver and where the vehicle will be driven. All of
this is very important information for us to take the time to understand
so we can meet our customer’s expectations more completely.
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COMPLETE VEHICLE INSPECTION & DETAILED
REPORT
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What's
Performed:
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A through test drive of the vehicle is
performed by one of our ASE certified technicians to evaluate the vehicle's
performance, handling and braking characteristics. The vehicle's starting
& charging systems, engine compression, initial timing, timing
advances, fuel control, ignition system operation and power balance are
all performance tested. All
lights, signals, belts, hoses, steering, suspension systems are
evaluated. We inspect the complete exhaust system, pipes, mufflers,
converters, manifolds, securing and insulating devices. We performance
test the heating and air conditioning system to make sure they perform up
to manufactures requirements. We evaluate the vehicles cooling system
operation, coolant concentration, levels and even the acidic condition of
the coolant. We inspect and locate leaks from any of the many fluids in
the vehicle. We perform a very through brake system inspection to reveal
in detail the current condition of the brakes and hydraulic components
right down to the fraction of an inch. We further evaluate the vehicle to
see if any mileage services, timing belts, belts, hoses or fluids are due
for servicing or replacement using the vehicle manufactures scheduled
maintenance recommendations. We next compile all the results and record
the findings in our computer management system so we can estimate any
needs and save the results of tests performed. All the information will
be on file permanently. Our service advisors can now take the time to sit
down and explain the detailed inspection reports and the diagnostic
results, along with any needs that may have been uncovered or any
questions you may have.
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Applies To Most Vehicles
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