What’s the Difference Between RedBook Inspect’s Lite, Standard, and Ultimate Pre-Purchase Inspection Packages?
When it comes to buying a used car, choosing the right pre-purchase inspection package is crucial. RedBook Inspect offers three tailored packages—Lite, Standard, and Ultimate—each designed to suit different buyer needs. Whether you're after a budget-friendly option or a comprehensive analysis with video walkthroughs, we have a package to fit your requirements.
Lite Pre-Purchase Inspection: Affordable Peace of Mind
The Lite Pre-Purchase Inspection is perfect for those considering a newer used car, a vehicle still under warranty, or simply wanting to ensure the car is safe and performs well on the road. This cost-effective option includes a professional road test and inspection of essential safety components, such as wheels and tyres. It’s an economical choice that offers excellent value, providing you with the peace of mind you need when buying a used car.
Standard Pre-Purchase Inspection: The Popular Choice
The Standard Pre-Purchase Inspection is our most popular option, designed to deliver a detailed condition report that meets the needs of Australian used car buyers. This package builds on the Lite offering by adding more in-depth inspections of the interior, exterior panels, external components, and damage repairs. It also includes a vehicle history check and a longer road test. Additionally, you’ll benefit from a post-inspection phone call with the inspector, where you can discuss the vehicle’s condition and ask any questions.
Ultimate Pre-Purchase Inspection: The Priority-Packed Solution
The Ultimate Pre-Purchase Inspection is our most thorough package, ideal for buyers who want a complete understanding of a vehicle’s condition. This premium option includes priority service, video walkthroughs of the engine, interior, and exterior, and the most comprehensive set of inclusions. With the Ultimate package, you get the highest level of detail, helping you make an informed decision with confidence.
Compare Inspection Packages
To help you decide, view our itemised inclusions table to compare all three packages side-by-side and find the one that best suits your needs.
Video Inspection Report: See the Car for Yourself
Interested in seeing the vehicle up close? The Ultimate Package includes video walkthroughs of the car during the inspection. These videos provide a detailed look at the vehicle’s condition, even if you can’t view it in person. Our inspectors will guide you through the engine bay, interior, and exterior, looking for hidden defects that might not be visible in the seller’s photos. Check out a sample RedBook Inspect Ultimate Report to see how these videos can help you make a more informed purchase.
Expert Insights: Post-Inspection Phone Call
Both the Standard and Ultimate packages include a post-inspection phone call with the inspector, one of our most popular features. During this call, the inspector will discuss their findings, provide an assessment of the vehicle, and answer any questions you may have.
The Power of a Vehicle History Report
Did you know that 1 in 16 cars in Australia has been recorded as a write-off, and a vehicle is stolen every 9 minutes? Don’t risk buying a car with an unknown past. Book a Standard or Ultimate pre-purchase inspection to receive a comprehensive Vehicle History Report, or add it as an extra when booking the Lite package.
A Vehicle History Report includes:
- Finance check
- Write-off status
- Stolen status
- Odometer check
- Registration details
Priority Bookings Explained
Need to have a car inspected urgently so you can make a quick decision? With our priority service, you can jump the queue and get a 36-hour turnaround time on inspections. This service is available with the Ultimate Pre-Purchase Inspection. While we do our best to accommodate priority bookings, please note that there may be instances where completing a priority inspection is not possible, such as when the vehicle owner is unavailable. In that case you will be notified and given options to proceed.
Where Can I Get a Car Inspected?
With RedBook Inspect, you don’t need to wait for the seller to bring the vehicle to a workshop. We offer pre-purchase inspection services across Australia, and our mobile inspection team can travel to the vehicle’s location. Whether you’re in a metro area like Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, or Perth, or in a regional or rural area in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, Northern Territory, Canberra, or South Australia, we’ve got you covered. To check if we service your area, simply enter your location in our car pre-purchase booking form.
How Do I Book a Pre-Purchase Inspection?
Booking a car pre-purchase inspection with RedBook Inspect is straightforward. Just visit the RedBook Inspect website. and follow the prompts. To learn more about the inspection process, read our helpful article on how car pre-purchase inspections work.