01 / SCHEDULE
Tell us about the vehicle
Call Auto Exam with the vehicle information, location and the inspection option you need.
Houston Area Used Vehicle Inspections
Know the vehicle before you buy it.
A professional pre-purchase inspection can uncover hidden damage, mechanical problems and neglected maintenance before they become your problem.
Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspections
Protect yourself from a bad used vehicle purchase.
Used vehicles can be sold with problems that are difficult to spot during a short test drive. Auto Exam helps Houston-area consumers identify potential concerns before the sale is complete.
Our trained technician performs a complete bumper-to-bumper inspection and provides a written, unbiased report based on the vehicle's condition. With better information, you can make a more educated purchase, negotiate with confidence or walk away from the wrong vehicle.
Use an inspection as one of the key steps before buying a used car, truck or van. Afterward, you may feel confident buying the vehicle or relieved that you did not.
Problems we look for
- Frame damage
- Body damage
- Interior damage
- Previous paint work
- Mechanical problems
- Electrical problems
- Lack of maintenance
- Fluid leaks
- Diagnostic concerns
- Other visible issues
How It Works
Professional inspection. Clear answers.
Choose an inspection at Auto Exam or arrange for a mobile unit within the Houston service area.
02 / INSPECT
We inspect the vehicle
A trained technician uses professional diagnostic tools to complete a bumper-to-bumper review.
03 / DECIDE
Review the written report
Use the unbiased condition report to make a better-informed buying decision.
Inspection Pricing
Choose the inspection that fits your vehicle.
Mobile service is available in the Houston area only. A drive fee applies outside Highway 6 or FM 1960.
Inspection at Auto Exam
$149
Bring the vehicle to the Auto Exam location for a professional pre-purchase inspection.
Mobile Inspection
$219
Our equipped mobile unit and trained technician come to the vehicle within the Houston service area.
RV or Classic Car Inspection
$269
A specialized inspection option for recreational vehicles and classic cars.
Written Appraisal$10
Vehicle History Report$20
Drive Fee Outside Highway 6 or FM 1960$25
Experience since 1992
Houston's oldest and largest pre-purchase inspection company.
About Auto Exam
Protecting Houston vehicle buyers for decades.
Auto Exam has protected consumers and credit union members in Houston since 1992. Our technicians see vehicle damage, repair problems and maintenance concerns every day.
Call Auto Exam before you get stuck with a bad used car.
Call 1-800-709-5792Buying a used vehicle in Houston?
Schedule your pre-purchase inspection before you sign or pay.