What's in a pre-purchase inspection report
Every Green Bean Auto inspection ends with a written report with photos. It covers the engine, transmission, brakes, steering and suspension, tyres, body and rust, interior and electrics, diagnostic scan results and the road test, explains how significant each finding is, and gives you evidence to negotiate on price or walk away.
Areas covered in every report
Engine & fluids
Leaks, fluid condition, belts, hoses, cold start and idle.
Transmission & driveline
Shift quality, noises and leaks.
Brakes, steering & suspension
Pads, rotors, joints, bushes and shock absorbers.
Tyres & wheels
Tread depth, uneven wear and damage.
Body, paint & rust
Signs of accident repairs, corrosion and panel damage.
Interior & electrics
Controls, air conditioning, lights and accessories.
Diagnostic scan
Stored and pending fault codes from the car's computer.
Road test
How the car drives, brakes and steers at different speeds.
Optional extras: a high-detail interior and exterior condition report with images (+$25) and a PPSR check (+$15).
How buyers use the report
Share the findings with the seller and make an offer based on the cost of the significant items, ask the seller to fix them first, or walk away. Green Bean Auto customers have saved an average of $621 on the asking price.
Guide: using an inspection report to negotiate →