How much for a pre-purchase inspection? [Archive]

blee

07-26-2006, 10:43 PM

How much should I be looking to pay for a pre-purchase inspection in this area? I'm very close to a Curry's, but I hear they're on the pricey side.

_2k

07-27-2006, 10:45 AM

$80 @<hidden> Currys?

gmufiji

07-27-2006, 11:12 AM

I was looking at an M3, and BMW of arlington wanted over $200 to do the inspection. OUCH!!!

OwnedbyDuncan

07-27-2006, 08:29 PM

Do you really want to scimp on a prepurchase inspection??? You want to take it to a mechanic who knows the the model. Dealer would be last place I would take it.

Dave Apker

SharkD

07-27-2006, 09:14 PM

Dan Martin did the pre-purchase inspections for both my E24 and E30 -- he was thorough, honest and completely stood by his assessments.

http://www.dvsmith.net/bmw/dc_service_shops.html

Scotty

07-31-2006, 10:43 PM

I had London Auto (http://www.londonautoservices.com/About_Us/about_us.html) in Falls Church inspect an M3 for $89. They were very friendly, and seemed to do a thorough job. Took about an hour. I was invited into the shop to look over (and under) the car with the mechanic, which is always a bonus.

Call ahead for an appointment.

SharkD

08-01-2006, 11:33 AM

I had London Auto (http://www.londonautoservices.com/About_Us/about_us.html) in Falls Church inspect an M3 for $89. They were very friendly, and seemed to do a thorough job. Took about an hour. I was invited into the shop to look over (and under) the car with the mechanic, which is always a bonus.

Tom Baruch is a great wrench and instructor.

Psi5

08-07-2006, 10:17 AM

How much should I be looking to pay for a pre-purchase inspection in this area? I'm very close to a Curry's, but I hear they're on the pricey side.

Advantage Certified in Manassas will do it for about $100. I'd trust them as a dedicated BMW service center and have been very happy with their work on my 540.

Ask for Glenn in the Service Center.

David