Pre Purchase Inspections

Are you ready to hit the open road with your wheels? Rev up your engine drivers! Because buying a used vehicle is not as easy as it sounds. For our first-timers, it can be hard to know what you’re getting into, and for an experienced one, you understand very well what I mean, and I…

Did you recently purchase a vehicle outside of BC? Bringing it back home may be more challenging than you think. First, your vehicle may be subject to an out-of-province inspection required by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. To ensure complete compliance, here’s a quick guide to answer your questions and help you determine if…

Winter officially lasts from December 21 to March 21. However, in most parts of Canada, winter conditions come as early as October and stay as late as April. That’s more than six months of extra wear and tear on your vehicle. Therefore, it’s essential to know how winter driving can impact your car to ensure…

Before you buy a used vehicle, consider getting a pre-purchase inspection (PPI). A PPI conducted by a professional mechanic will provide you with the assurance you need that the car you’re buying is safe and reliable. Here’s what you should know about getting one and how it can help you when you’re buying a used vehicle.…

  When importing a classic or antique car from outside the province, there are certain steps you need to go through to get it registered and plated in British Columbia. Here’s what you need to know about out-of-province inspections for antique cars in B.C.   Do I need an out-of-province inspection for my antique car?…

When you purchase a vehicle outside of British Columbia and bring it into the province, or move to British Columbia from another province, it may have to undergo an out-of-province inspection. It’s important to understand in advance that these inspections are pretty strict, and have to be in compliance with Commercial Vehicle Inspection Standards. In…

Most of us understand that there’s a certain level of risk that comes with purchasing a used or preowned vehicle. This risk gets exponentially worse when you pick your car up from an unknown lot or purchase it from a private seller. If you have ever experienced the disappointment of buying a vehicle that you…

Are you thinking of purchasing a pre-owned vehicle? Do you have adequate information about the vehicle that you plan to spend your hard earned dollars on? There is a simple solution to help you finalize your purchase decision. Book a Pre-Purchase Inspection (PPI) to get a detailed report on the vehicle’s aesthetic, mechanical and safety…

Buying a new car is exciting, but it is easy to let the excitement take over and forget what really matters. Cars are a big purchase, and one that you will be responsible for through several years. Not only will you have a loan payment, but you must fuel and maintain that vehicle; therefore, you…

Have you had your pre-owned vehicle inspected to evaluate its safety, mechanical and overall performance? One of the most important steps you can take when purchasing a used car is to have a professional, certified mechanic inspect it. This will help ensure that you are fully aware of any issues, especially if the vehicle is…