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Look twice.Bid once.
Auction photos are taken to sell cars. Our inspections are done to protect your money. Before we recommend a bid, we look for what the listing does not mention — flood lines, hidden repaints, warning codes and mismatched panels.
Request this serviceWhat’s included
Pre-Bid Vehicle Inspection, itemised.
- 01
Diagnostic scan
We plug in an OBD-II scanner and record active, pending and recently cleared trouble codes.
- 02
Paint and panel readings
A paint thickness gauge reveals refinished panels and filler that photos hide.
- 03
Flood and fire signs
We check carpets, seat rails, the spare-tire well and wiring for water lines, silt and corrosion.
- 04
Mechanical walk-around
Fluids, tyres, brakes, suspension, leaks and, where the yard allows it, a start-and-idle check.
- 05
Photo report
You receive a written summary with 30+ close-up photos and our bid / pass recommendation.
How it runs
Four steps, no surprises.
- 01
Pick the lot
Send us the auction link or lot number, or let us choose from your shortlist.
- 02
Inspect
We visit the yard during its preview window — usually within 48 hours for Southern California yards.
- 03
Report
A clear summary with photos, codes, readings and an estimated repair budget.
- 04
Decide
Bid, adjust your ceiling or walk away — with facts in hand.
Who it’s for
- Anyone bidding on a car they cannot see in person
- Buyers comparing two similar lots
- Rebuilders who need an accurate repair estimate
- Out-of-state buyers purchasing in California
“The inspection report had forty photos and pointed out a repainted door the listing never mentioned. We adjusted the bid and still got a great car.”
Questions
About pre-bid vehicle inspection.
Can you inspect cars outside Los Angeles?
We inspect personally across Southern California. For other states we coordinate a trusted independent inspector and review their findings with you.
Can you start the engine?
Some yards allow start-and-idle checks and some do not. We tell you exactly what was possible on the day and what the auction reported.
Do I have to use your bidding service to book an inspection?
No. Inspections are available on their own if you prefer to place the bid yourself.
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Live & Proxy Bidding
Experienced bidders on the line for you — live in the lane or with a proxy ceiling that never overshoots.
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Ready when you are.
Tell us about the car and your budget. We reply within one business day with a written, all-in estimate.
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