Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklists by Car

2018 inspection checklists across 38 makes. Select a vehicle below to see known issues, what to check, expected maintenance costs, and red flags before buying.

Acura

43 vehicles

Alfa Romeo

17 vehicles

Audi

96 vehicles

BMW

99 vehicles

Buick

35 vehicles

Cadillac

45 vehicles

Chevrolet

97 vehicles

Chrysler

18 vehicles

Dodge

34 vehicles

Fiat

8 vehicles

Ford

91 vehicles

GMC

50 vehicles

Genesis

34 vehicles

Honda

80 vehicles

Hyundai

65 vehicles

Infiniti

45 vehicles

Jaguar

42 vehicles

Jeep

55 vehicles

Kia

74 vehicles

Land Rover

67 vehicles

Lexus

91 vehicles

Lincoln

27 vehicles

Lucid

4 vehicles

Maserati

26 vehicles

Mazda

58 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz

95 vehicles

Mini

31 vehicles

Mitsubishi

30 vehicles

Nissan

81 vehicles

Polestar

5 vehicles

Porsche

70 vehicles

Ram

31 vehicles

Rivian

8 vehicles

Subaru

75 vehicles

Tesla

34 vehicles

Toyota

122 vehicles

Volkswagen

80 vehicles

Volvo

55 vehicles

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I check when buying a used car?

Check for rust, fluid leaks, tire wear, engine codes (OBD2 scan), test drive handling, review service history, and look for signs of accidents. Our vehicle-specific checklists cover known issues for each make and model.

How much does a pre-purchase inspection cost?

A professional pre-purchase inspection typically costs $100–$300. GarageHub offers free AI-generated inspection checklists that cover known issues, what to check, and expected maintenance costs for any vehicle.

What is included in these inspection checklists?

Each checklist includes known issues specific to the vehicle, a prioritized inspection focus list, expected maintenance costs, reliability rating, and generation/engine details. You can also generate a comprehensive AI report with exterior, interior, engine, test drive, and undercarriage checks.

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