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Buy With Confidence

Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspections

Buying a used vehicle is a big investment. Knowing its condition before you sign can save you time, money, and unexpected repairs.

Honest, professional assessment

Dealer or private seller

ASE-certified technicians

Schedule an Inspection Call (201) 355-3226

We Drive Out To You

Price depends on location

$150

We inspect the vehicle at the seller's location — great for private sellers.

Bring The Car To Us

Full lift & diagnostics

$100

Bring it to 14 Vreeland St, Lodi and we'll put it up on a lift.

Why It Matters

Don't buy someone else's problem

Buying a used vehicle is a big investment, and knowing its condition before making a purchase can save you time, money, and unexpected repairs.

At Alpha Automotive, our pre-purchase inspections provide a thorough evaluation of the vehicle's mechanical condition, including the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, and other essential components. Our goal is to identify existing issues and potential concerns that may lead to costly repairs down the road.

Whether you're purchasing from a dealership or a private seller, our experienced technicians provide an honest, professional assessment so you can make an informed decision and buy with confidence.

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What We Inspect

A thorough mechanical evaluation

Engine

Transmission

Brakes

Suspension

Electrical & Battery

A/C & Heating

Cooling System

Warning Lights

Plus other essential components — we flag anything that could mean costly repairs down the road.

How It Works

Three Simple Steps

Find the car, call us, and know exactly what you're buying before money changes hands.

1

Book Online or Call

Set up a time that works around the seller. We'll confirm pricing and whether we're meeting you there or you're bringing it in.

2

We Do the Deep Check

Our ASE-certified technicians go through the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, and every essential component.

3

Get the Straight Answer

We walk you through everything we found — what's fine, what's coming up, and what it might cost. Then you decide.

No upsells — just facts

4.9 rated · 185+ reviews

Lodi, NJ & surrounding areas

From Real Customers

Inspections That Saved the Sale

“Professional, expert, precise, and detailed. Found Gus for a pre-purchase inspection. Identified multiple issues and saved me from a costly error.”

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J J

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“Gus was professional, knowledgeable, friendly and beyond helpful. Diagnosed our transmission and axle issues within minutes.”

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Jack D Benisi

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Before You Buy

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Let's check it out first.

A $100–$150 inspection can save you thousands. Book your pre-purchase inspection today and buy with confidence.