Our Packages
We offer two comprehensive vehicle inspection packages to suit a range of buyer needs, both of which include an instant digital report delivered straight to your inbox.
Pricing
Options to Suit Your Needs
Pick the level of detail you need. Both packages are mobile, so our mechanic comes to the car.
Standard Inspection
$299
45–60 minutes
A thorough mechanical check for buyers who want peace of mind before purchasing.
- Full mechanical inspection: engine, exterior, interior, wheels and underbody
- Diagnostic scan and road test
- 19+ high-quality photos
- Paint depth readings on every panel
- Odometer cross-check
- 35+ photos and Vehicle Insights market guide
Most Comprehensive
Premium Inspection
$379
70–90 minutes
Our most detailed inspection, with extra checks for accident history and overall condition.
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- 360° photo coverage: 35+ photos from every angle, including the exterior, interior, engine bay and underbody
- Paint depth readings across all panels to help spot signs of previous repairs, resprays or panel damage
- Odometer cross-check against available vehicle records to identify potential inconsistencies
- Vehicle Insights including market guide
Both include
Free PPSR checkFinance owing, write-off and stolen status
Instant digital reportDelivered when the inspection is done
Call with your mechanicWe talk you through the findings
Buying an EV in Melbourne?
We also do dedicated electric vehicle inspections and AVILOO battery health testing.
Quick, Reliable, and Independent Car Inspections
Easy Online Booking
Provide the seller’s details, and we’ll handle the rest.
Fast Turnaround
Receive your detailed report immediately after the inspection.
Completely Independent
Our Ridecheck mechanics operate independently, ensuring an unbiased, trustworthy report.
Qualified Mechanics
All our mechanics are fully qualified and insured experts.
Book your inspection
Ready to Book?
Book online in a couple of minutes. Pick your package, tell us where the car is and add the seller's details, and we'll arrange the inspection with them.
- Choose your package
- Add the car and seller details
- We confirm the time with the seller
Additional charges may apply for some areas. We'll confirm before your booking is final.
FAQs
Inspection Package FAQs
Answers to the questions buyers ask us most before booking.
Still got a question?Call us or book online and we'll take care of the rest.
Packages and pricing
What's the difference between the Standard and Premium inspection?
Both packages include a full mechanical inspection, diagnostic scan, road test, free PPSR check, instant digital report and a call with your mechanic. Premium adds paint depth readings on every panel to help spot previous repairs, an odometer cross-check, 35+ photos from every angle and a Vehicle Insights market guide. If you're worried about accident history or buying a late-model or prestige car, Premium is the one to choose.
How much does a pre-purchase car inspection cost?
The Standard Inspection is $299 and the Premium Inspection is $379. Additional charges may apply for some areas, and we'll confirm this with you before your booking is finalised.
How long does an inspection take?
A Standard Inspection typically takes 45–60 minutes and a Premium Inspection 70–90 minutes, depending on the vehicle.
When do I get my report, and what's in it?
Your digital report is ready as soon as the inspection is done. Every section of the car is scored, every item is rated Good, Fair or Poor, and anything that needs attention comes with photos. Your mechanic then calls you to talk through the findings. See a sample report.
What does the free PPSR check cover?
Every inspection includes a free PPSR check showing whether there's finance owing on the car and whether it has a write-off record, with the official PPSR certificate attached to your report.
Booking and how it works
How do I book an inspection?
Book online: choose your package, tell us where the car is and add the seller's details. We contact the seller or dealer, lock in a time that suits them and confirm it with you.
Do I need to be there for the inspection?
No. We arrange everything with the seller, so you don't need to attend. Your report arrives as soon as the inspection is done and your mechanic calls you to go through it.
Can you inspect a car if I'm interstate?
Yes. Many of our customers buy from interstate. We inspect the car on your behalf, send you the full report with photos and talk you through it, so you can decide without seeing the car yourself.
Where do you do inspections?
We provide mobile inspections across Melbourne and regional Victoria, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. We inspect at private sellers' homes, workplaces and dealerships. Just tell us where the car is when you book.
Is a pre-purchase inspection the same as a roadworthy, pink slip or safety certificate?
No. A roadworthy (VIC), pink slip (NSW) or safety certificate (QLD) only checks that a car meets minimum safety standards for registration, and RideCheck doesn't issue them. A pre-purchase inspection is a broader check of the car's overall condition, done for you as the buyer before you commit.
Do you inspect electric vehicles?
Yes, in Melbourne. We offer a dedicated EV inspection and an AVILOO battery health test.
Don’t take our word for it
Rating
5.0
350+ reviews
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Detailed, specific and honest. As an interstate buyer, Dion put my mind at ease with his post inspection report. Even though the vehicle had electronic issues, he offered to come back once fixed and complete the inspection for no extra cost. I highly recommend this business for peace of mind. For a small price to pay, you can rest assured you are making the right financial decision.
J K
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We were extremely impressed by the prompt and efficient service provided by Dion. He booked the inspection with the dealer very quickly, and we were provided with an extensive and detailed report surprisingly fast after it was complete. We highly recommend using RideCheck
Eleonora Adam
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Dion was AMAZING! I can't recommend him enough. He was responsive, thorough and transparent throughout the whole inspection process. I felt I was in very reliable hands and confidently purchased my car based on his detailed report and our follow up phone conversation. Thanks again for your help Dion!
Alex
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Hi highly recommend Dion and his RideCheck service . Comprehensive, clear and honest was my experience with him , and very easy to organise , as he arranged everything with the seller.
Bhakar James
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Fantastic and prompt service from Dion, he was able to inspect the car the following day. The Inspection report along with the provided photos and videos are clear and thorough. The follow up phone call from Dion to discuss the findings was greatly appreciated and assisted in the process.
Beccacino
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Dion from RideCheck Vehicle Inspection went beyond. Inspection a 2015 Ford falcon xr6. prompt service. would not hesitate to call Dion for a car inspection in the future. And have kept his number in my phone. And great value for money.
King of the track 1990
Service areas
Where We Inspect
Our mechanics come to the car, whether it's at a private seller's home, their workplace or a dealership. Both packages are available in every area we cover.
Victoria
Melbourne & Regional VIC
All Melbourne suburbs plus Geelong and regional Victoria. Home of our EV inspections and AVILOO battery testing.
Melbourne inspections
New South Wales
Sydney
Mobile inspections across Greater Sydney, including the Northern Beaches.
Sydney inspections
Queensland
Brisbane & Gold Coast
Mobile inspections across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Brisbane inspections
Buying from another state? We inspect on your behalf and talk you through the report. Book online.
