You may have been in the market to buy a car for some time now. You’ve been to every dealer and looked at many new cars. You probably fell in love with a few of them and wish you could have one parked in your driveway. There is one problem, however: the sticker price! Yes, those brand-new cars can cost quite a penny. If you don’t want to spend that much, you can consider buying a used car instead. We have helped many customers find the right vehicle that fits their budget, was in good shape, and didn’t cost a fortune to maintain.

If you made the decision to buy a used car you should definitely consider a pre purchase vehicle inspection. You may say that you can’t afford the pre purchase car inspection cost. Well, think again. We have seen customers come into our shop devastated because the used car they just purchased is breaking down. These are typically the customers that didn’t think about having a used car inspection. Now when they walk into our shop they wish they did. The car inspection cost is a small investment made that will make a big difference in what kind of vehicle you end up with. We suggest doing your homework before you spend the money on a vehicle. Our advice is: don’t buy someone else’s problem.

Buying a used car can be stressful, especially for someone who knows little about cars. It is best to have an expert take a look at the vehicle before you buy it. You want to make sure that the vehicle was well driven and maintained. It’s important to know if it was in an accident. Not that being in an accident is a deal-breaker, you just want to make sure that the car did not undergo serious damage that can irreversibly affect how it drives. Here are some tips you can use during your search:

• Set a realistic dollar amount to spend on the car. Make sure that you take all of your monthly expenses into account. Add to that any unexpected ones and make sure that you feel financially comfortable with your purchase.
• Make sure the type and size of the vehicle fit your needs. Think about body type, size, features, fuel efficiency, how much it will cost to maintain, and are parts for this vehicle expensive.
• Talk to the owner. Find out how long they owned the car. Ask if they have any of their maintenance and repair receipts and if the vehicle was in an accident.
• Shop around for insurance before you buy a car. You would be surprised how varied the rates can be.
•  Use the tools that are available out there such as pricing guides, online listings, and vehicle history reports.
• Don’t overpay. There is so much information available online. Check out the numerous online listings, pricing guides, and vehicle history reports. Once you get a good idea of what the car is worth, don’t be afraid to negotiate.
• Look for vehicles that age well and hold their value.
• Take the vehicle on a test drive. This is your chance to feel how the car feels and handles. 

Once you find the car you like and need an auto inspection near me then look no further because our team at Bullitt Automotive is here to help with any car inspections. Leave the rest to us. Our trained technicians will pop the hood and take a good look at what could be your next ride. We offer two types of pre-purchase inspections. A basic inspection and a detailed inspection. During a basic inspection, our technician will perform a visual inspection. He will check out the tires, the brakes, the suspension, look for any leaks and check all the fluids. During a detailed inspection the technician will in addition take the vehicle on a test drive, he will also hook the vehicle up to a diagnostic scanner and perform a digital scan. During a scan codes will pop up that will give the technician insight on possible problems with the transmission, emission system, exhaust system, engine, suspension, traction, abs system, safety modules, airbags, and other important vehicle components. Keep in mind that you can use an inspection report as a good negotiation tool. If we find some minor issues you can ask the owner to lower the price, if there are major issues you are better off looking for a safer car for you and your family. You certainly don’t want to spend big money on necessary major repairs.



Good luck on your search for your new ride. Make it fun and know that we at Bullitt Automotive are here to answer any questions and help you out every step of the way. We hope you consider coming in for a pre purchase vehicle inspection and let our experienced technicians take a good look at the vehicle you are thinking of buying.