Used Car Inspection performed Nationwide

Car Inspections are especially important for used cars. A Used Car that has suffered damage through poor driving, hard use or been subject to an accident - is not as valuable as a car that has been lightly used, well maintained and never been subject to any accidents. Weather and terrain make a big difference and should not be discounted in a used car inspection.

Used car buyers are often warned to obtain a complete inspection before purchase to minimize the risk that the used Car has hidden defects or damages.

Pre-Purchase Used Car Inspection Steps

In the past, inspections were generally performed manually using pre-printed forms. The more modern is a web upload version to upload the status memory checklist which inspectors follow, and then go back to a computer at the end of the day to upload the pictures and the web form “Inspection Web Form”. It’s quite likely that the inspector has performed numerous inspections for the day. At upload time his ability to jog his memory might be faded by the passage of time. It’s quite likely at such time that they have forgotten or missed to capture some key details.

We at CarDr.com have pioneered the Science of Car Inspection and use a live guided mobile Inspection system using a comprehensive checklist to document the Car condition but it also connects historical databases to determine car history and also the Vehicle On Board Diagnostics (OBD) of the Car.

The wealth of information from the OBD that CarDr.com extracts is truly breathtaking – it’s like doing an MRI on a car while driving it. It allows for our state-of-the art Machine Learning system to understand the Car from the on On-Board Diagnostics.

Used Car Inspection Steps:

Step 1. Start with Vehicle history

Car History is important to understand to help detect prior issues. We typically take multiple sources of car history - AutoCheck and Carfax and look for – service, accident and repair history.

Car History Reports

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the key to the car history report. The VIN numbers are 17-digit VIN are an equivalent of the car’s Social Security number

Step 2. 500 Touch Point Professional inspection

The Vehicle inspection is conducted using a comprehensive app which ensures that nothing is left un-inspected. The Scientific process has 500 plus touch points using an Inspector App that ensures - nothing is missed. The principal components are Exterior, Interior, Mechanical, Electrical, Under-Carriage, Error Codes, On Board Diagnostic Review and a Test drive.

Exterior Inspection

Mechanical Inspection

The Cardr.com Inspection APP has a scientific process and a 500+ touch points of the vehicle including - starting from Driver Side Front Panel, Driver Side Front Door, Driver Side Rear Door, Driver Side Rear Panel, Rear Windshield,Rear Trunk, Rear Bumper, Passenger Side Front Panel, Passenger Side Front Door, Passenger Side Rear Door, Passenger Side Rear Panel, Front Windshield, Front Hood, Front Bumper, Top/Roof, Headlight Left, Headlight Right, Exterior Paint Condition, Frame Damage, Rust, Tail Lights, Directional Lights Left, Directional Lights Right, Sunroof,Door Mirrors, Side Mouldings, Convertible Top, Body Seals, Rocker panel, Back-up Camera, Wiper Blades, WindShield Washer, Body Alignment, Antenna, Body repair, Steering Wheel, Sun Visors, Horn, Cruise Control, Seat Condition, Heated Seats, Seat Belts, Clock, Radio/Nav, Inner Door Panels, Interior Trim, Power Locks, Window Switches, Window Function, Center Console, Dashboard, Dashboard Warning Lights, Stereo Sound Level, Air Conditioning, Heater, Rear Defroster, Carpet, Floor Mats, Cigarette Use, Unusual Odors, Cup Holders, Upholstery, Headliner, Blower Motor, Dash Gauges,Odor,Interior Grade,Air Filter,Battery Condition,Charging System,Cooling Fan Condition,Radiator Cap Sealing,Hoses,Radiator,Engine Coolant,Coolant Leaks,Belts,Power Steering, Steering Fluid, Engine Oil, Engine Fluid Leaks, Engine, Transmission Fluid, Transmission Leaks, Brake System, Brake Fluid Leaks, Transfer Case Leaks,Differential leaks, Exhaust System,CV Joints and Axles, Shocks and bushings, Ball Joints and Tie Rods,Key Fob, Tire Manufacturer/Brand, Left Front Tire, Left Rear Tire,Right Rear Tire,Right Front Tire, Spare Tire, Wheels, Wheel Lug Nuts, Undercarriage, Accessories, Engine Starting, Engine, Transmission, Clutch, Differential Performance,Transfer Case Performance, Wheel Bearing Performance, Brakes, Parking Break, Suspension Performance, Steering, Tire Pressure System (TPMS), Manual Gear's Shift & Computer Diagnosis & On Board Diagnostics (OBD).

Step 3. Error Codes and Vehicle Diagnostics

CarDr.com's Inspector APP scans the OBD using an advanced connected scanner. The AI scans all "On Board Diagnostic" parameters -- from RPM, engine oil temperature, engine load, to throttle position at a particular speed and during acceleration.

OBD_Parameters

AI put's a finger on the vehicle’s pulse - read its heartbeat, and see how its vitals change during a test drive. The AI scans 23 live parameters from RPM, engine oil temperature, engine load, and throttle position at a particular speed and during acceleration.With these data points, the AI can tell how hard your car has to work at getting up to speed, if it needs help staying cool, and what types of repairs might be needed—whether immediately or down the road.

The OBD Parameters scanned include: Fuel system status , Engine load, Coolant temperature, Fuel trim,Fuel pressure, Intake manifold pressure, Engine RPM, Vehicle speed, Throttle position etc.

Step 4. AI lead comparison to Hundreds of Similar Vehicles

Power of Peer to Peer Comparison by CarDr.com

The AI compares the "On Board Diagnostic" parameters and inspection results of the inspected vehicle to hundreds of vehicles to arrive at the Health Score of the vehicle

Pre-Purchase Used Car Inspection Nationwide is available in the following cities: