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Pre-Purchase Inspection in Dearborn Heights, MI
A thorough used vehicle inspection before you buy — so you know exactly what you are getting, and what it will need.
Buying a used vehicle is a big decision, and a clean interior and a short test drive don't tell the whole story. A pre-purchase inspection at Stan's Garage puts the vehicle on a lift and in front of an experienced technician before money changes hands — so hidden wear, leaks, and upcoming repairs show up in a report, not in your first month of ownership.
We inspect used cars, trucks, and SUVs of all makes and models, domestic and import — gas, diesel, and hybrid. Whether you are buying from a dealer or a private seller in the Dearborn Heights area, an independent inspection gives you facts to negotiate with, or the confidence to walk away from the wrong vehicle.
What this service covers
- Engine and transmission condition, including leaks and fluid condition
- Brake, tire, steering, and suspension inspection
- Battery, starting, and charging system test
- Cooling system, heating, and air conditioning operation
- Computer scan for stored and pending trouble codes
- Belts, hoses, and underbody condition, including Michigan rust and wear
- Road test covering handling, braking, shifting, and noises
When a pre-purchase inspection matters most
- You are buying from a private seller with no warranty
- The vehicle has high miles or no service history
- The price seems almost too good for the vehicle
- You are buying a first car for a new driver
- The factory warranty has expired or is about to
- You want expected repair costs in hand before you negotiate
What to expect at Stan's Garage
Call ahead, tell us the year, make, and model, and bring the vehicle in — most sellers are glad to allow an inspection by a shop that has served Dearborn Heights since 1941. We inspect and road test the vehicle, then go through the findings with you in plain language: what is in good shape, what will be due soon, and what needs attention right away, so you can decide with your eyes open.
Pre-Purchase Inspection in Dearborn Heights and Westland
Stan's Garage is located at 24301 W Warren St, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127, and serves drivers from Dearborn Heights and nearby Westland, as well as Dearborn Heights, Livonia, Redford, Garden City, Westland, Detroit, and Dearborn. Whether you drive daily through Dearborn Heights or are coming in from Westland for a repair, you can call first, describe the problem, and get a clear next step. Our technicians work on all makes and models of domestic and import vehicles, and the shop has been family owned and operated at the same location since 1941.
Need help with your vehicle?
Call Stan's Garage and talk to a technician. We are open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.