Bodywork & paint
Bodywork and paint repair, with damage assessment and the proposed finish agreed before work begins.
Workshop services
Pre-purchase car inspection in Dubai
An independent inspection of a used vehicle: mechanical condition, electronics, bodywork and available history.
What we inspect
- Service history, ownership and mileage against the records
- A diagnostic scan of the control units, including codes cleared before the sale
- Paint thickness and panel gaps, for signs of repairs
- Engine, gearbox, suspension, brakes and tyres on a lift
- A road test, with the gearbox, brakes and steering under load
The result
We explain what is in good order, what needs attention soon and what it is likely to cost, so you can buy with confidence, negotiate the price or walk away.
In the UAE climate
Heat and sand leave their marks on rubber seals, cooling systems and paint, and many cars here have spent years outdoors. We also check whether the car is GCC specification, since imported cars may lack the cooling and air conditioning the region needs.
What the cost depends on
The time the car takes sets the cost. A saloon with a short history is quick to go through; a supercar, or a car with air suspension, a complex gearbox and a long list of control units, takes longer on the lift and on the scan.
When to arrange an inspection
- A used car with an unclear history
- Possible accident damage or repainted panels
- Fault codes cleared just before a sale
- Mileage that does not match the service record
Questions and answers
How much does a pre-purchase inspection cost in Dubai?
It depends on the car: a sports car or a model with air suspension and many control units takes longer to go through than a simple saloon. Tell us the model and year, and we will agree the scope and the cost before the inspection.
What does a pre-purchase inspection include?
The service history and the mileage, a diagnostic scan of the control units, paint thickness and panel gaps, the engine, gearbox, suspension and brakes on a lift, and a road test.
Should I have a car from a dealer inspected too?
Yes. A dealer's own checks are useful, but an independent inspection looks at the car for you alone and helps you negotiate or walk away.
Does it matter whether a car is GCC specification?
It can. GCC-specification cars are set up for the region's heat, with cooling and air conditioning to match, while imported cars may not be, and some imports carry earlier damage. The VIN and the car's records show where it came from.
Plan your visit
Share your vehicle details and the work required. Our team will discuss the scope, inspection and next available visit.
Call us+971 55 129 0770
Opening hoursMon – Sat, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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