Transparent pricing
From $250 AUD
One price, no hidden fees. A 200+ point inspection by a licensed Australian mechanic, with a photo-backed PDF report inside 1–3 business days.
Standard
Sedans, hatches, small wagons
From$250
- 200+ point mechanical inspection
- Photo evidence on every flagged item
- PDF report within 1–3 business days
- Pass / fail / advisory rating per section
SUV / 4WD / Ute
Larger vehicles, longer scope
From$325
- Everything in Standard
- Underbody + chassis check on hoist
- 4WD-specific drivetrain checks
- Tow setup and tray inspection (if fitted)
Mobile inspection
Inspector travels to the seller
From$399
- Same 200+ point check, on-site
- Covers private sales, dealerships, anywhere
- Useful when seller won’t release the car
- Note: limited underbody (no hoist)
What's included in every inspection
Every AAPPI inspection covers the same 200+ checkpoints. The only thing that changes between tiers is the vehicle type and the inspector's location.
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine condition
- Transmission, clutch, gearbox
- Cooling system
- Fluids and leaks
- Diagnostic scan (OBD-II)
Brakes & suspension
- Brake pads, rotors, lines
- Suspension wear
- Steering response
- Wheel bearings
- Tyres + tread depth
Electrics & interior
- Battery + alternator
- All lights, indicators, wipers
- Air-conditioning + heater
- Dashboard warning lights
- Infotainment + accessories
Body & road test
- Panel alignment + paint
- Accident repair indicators
- Rust + flood damage check
- Idle, acceleration, braking under load
- Steering pull, vibration, drivetrain noise
What's not included
Some checks live outside a pre-purchase inspection. We'd rather call them out than leave you with surprises.
Roadworthy / Safety Certificate
A pre-purchase inspection is more thorough than a roadworthy, but it doesn’t replace it. State certs (RWC, Safety Cert, Pink Slip) are separate.
Dyno performance test
Available as an optional add-on at select workshops.
Paint thickness gauge
Available as an optional add-on. Useful for high-value vehicles.
PPSR (finance-owing) check
A separate $2 government check we recommend you run yourself before booking.
See what you'll receive
Before you spend a cent, look at a real AAPPI inspection report so you know exactly what arrives in your inbox.
Pricing FAQ
How much does a pre-purchase car inspection cost in Australia?+
A standard pre-purchase inspection on AAPPI starts at $250 for sedans and hatches. SUVs, 4WDs and utes start at $325. Mobile inspections (where the inspector travels to the seller) start at $399. Final price is shown by each workshop on AAPPI.
Why is a mobile inspection more expensive?+
Mobile inspections cost more because the inspector travels to the car instead of the car coming to a workshop. There are also some scope limits — without a hoist, the underbody check is shorter than an in-shop inspection.
Are there any hidden fees?+
No. The price you see on each workshop is what you pay. AAPPI handles payment, the workshop confirms the booking, and you receive your report once the inspection is complete. No surprise charges.
Do I pay AAPPI or the workshop?+
You pay AAPPI at the time of booking. We collect, the workshop performs the inspection, and we settle with the workshop weekly. You only ever transact with AAPPI.
What if the workshop cancels or the inspection doesn’t happen?+
If a workshop cancels for any reason and we can’t reschedule with another partner workshop, you receive a full refund.
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