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4WD & AWD inspection

Large 4WDs and SUVs, e.g. Nissan Navara, Hyundai Santa Fe

Large four-wheel drives, utes and AWD SUVs take longer to inspect properly, particularly underneath. We give them the extra time.

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A 4WD & AWD inspection from Green Bean Auto costs $275 (fixed price) and is carried out on-site anywhere across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie by a Fully Licensed Motor Vehicle Repairer (MVRL60337). It includes a diagnostic scan, road test and a written report with photos, so you can negotiate or walk away with evidence.

FIXED PRICE
$275 Add a PPSR check (+$15) or high-detail condition report (+$25).
✓ Fully Licensed Motor Vehicle Repairer (MVRL60337)

What we pay attention to

✓Underbody, chassis and driveline
✓Suspension and steering wear
✓Signs of off-road use or towing

Covered in every inspection

Engine & fluids Transmission & driveline Brakes Steering & suspension Tyres & wheels Body, paint & rust Interior & electrics Diagnostic scan Road test
Finished with a clear written report with photos, so you can negotiate with evidence or walk away.

4WD & AWD inspection: common questions

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How much does a 4WD & AWD inspection cost?

A 4WD & AWD inspection costs $275. You can add a PPSR check for $15 or a high-detail condition report for $25.

What do you check on a 4WD & AWD inspection?

Underbody, chassis and driveline; Suspension and steering wear; Signs of off-road use or towing. Every inspection also covers the engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, tyres, body, interior and electrics, a diagnostic scan and a road test.

Where do you carry out the inspection?

We come to the vehicle at the seller's home, a dealership or a workplace anywhere across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie. Locations 30 minutes or more away each way attract a $125 extended travel fee.

What do I receive afterwards?

A clear written report with photos explaining what was found and how significant it is. Many buyers use it to negotiate: Green Bean Auto customers have saved an average of $621 on the asking price.

How it works

Book
Call or email with the vehicle details and where it's parked.
We come to it
Our mobile inspector meets the car at the seller's home, dealership or workplace.
Inspect
A methodical check of the vehicle, including a diagnostic scan.
Report
A clear written report with photos, sent to you.
High-detail condition report+$25
PPSR check+$15
Extended travel (30+ min each way)$125

Book your 4WD & AWD inspection.

Send us the vehicle details and where it's parked, and we'll arrange a time with the seller. Office hours 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Call 0402 960 188 Email to book

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