Pre-Purchase Inspection
Avoid costly surprises. Our independent inspection gives you complete insight into the technical and cosmetic condition of your future car. For € 199, report within 48 hours.
Cost
What does a pre-purchase inspection cost?
A pre-purchase inspection at TechCar costs € 199 including VAT: more than 150 checkpoints, a test drive and the on-board computer read out, with a report with photos within 48 hours. In a hurry? With express you have the report the same day, for € 50 extra. It takes up to 2 hours in our workshop in Alphen aan den Rijn; if you want us to go to the car, we assess it on location for € 310.
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| What you compare | Our adviceTechCar inspectionIn our workshop, on the lift. | DEKRA occasionkeuringBasis or Compleet, ANWB members 7.5% off. | TechCar on locationWe go to the car, as part of our car buying service. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | € 199 | € 229 to € 458 | € 310 |
| Where | Workshop in Alphen, up to 2 hours | DEKRA station, or at the seller with a lift | At the seller |
| Underneath the car | Yes, on the lift | Yes, on the lift | No, without a lift |
| Test drive | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| On-board computer read out | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Report | With photos, within 48 hours. Express: same day (+ € 50) | With photos | Short report with detail photos and advice |
All prices including VAT; classic and special cars on request. DEKRA prices from shop.dekra.nl on 3 October 2026: Basis € 229, or € 258 for 6 or more cylinders or four-wheel drive; Compleet € 375 or € 458.
150+ Checkpoints
Thorough and complete
Detailed Report
With photo documentation
Independent
No interest in the sale
Within 48 Hours
Same day with express
What do we check?
Nothing overlooked
Our inspection goes beyond a standard MOT. We check the car for hidden defects, wear, accident history and future maintenance costs. You get an honest picture, so you can buy with confidence — or make an informed decision to walk away.
- Mechanical.
- Engine, transmission, clutch, brakes, suspension. We listen, measure and assess.
- Electronics.
- Reading diagnostics, checking fault codes, verifying all systems.
- Bodywork & paint.
- Paint thickness measurement, rust check, accident and respray history.
The report
Clear and actionable
After the inspection you receive a detailed report with all findings, photo documentation and a clear conclusion. No vague advice — concrete information you can use to negotiate or make a well-founded decision.
- Recommendations.
- What needs immediate attention? What can wait? What are the estimated costs?
- Photo documentation.
- Every finding is documented with photos. No disputes afterwards.
- Negotiating power.
- Use the report to negotiate on price or required repairs. With our car buying service, we negotiate on your behalf.
