Ask CarFix

Pre-purchase car inspection in Portland, OR

Buying a used car in Portland? A mechanic comes to the car, at the dealer or the seller's driveway, and fills out the AskCarFix™ inspection checklist before you hand over any money. Prices start at $179.

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Prices

Basic

$179

Good for cars under about $12k

  • Mechanic completes the AskCarFix™ 30-point checklist
  • OBD code scan
  • Short road test
  • 25+ photos

Full (most popular)

$229

Most used cars, trucks and SUVs

  • Mechanic completes the AskCarFix™ 72-point checklist
  • Full OBD scan, including readiness monitors
  • Road test
  • Tire tread and brake measurements
  • Paint-meter readings
  • 40+ photos
  • A buy, negotiate or walk away call

Premium

$299

EVs, European cars and trucks

  • Everything in Full (72-point checklist)
  • Scan of all control modules
  • EV battery health report where the car supports it
  • Extended road test
  • Checks for known trouble spots on that model from Ask CarFix

Add-ons

Add-onPrice
Same-day / rush (booked before noon)$40
Travel 25–50 miles$35
Travel 50–75 miles$65
Video walkaround for out-of-area buyers$25
Seller no-show or car sold after the mechanic is sent$50 fee (rest credited to your next car)

Already bought a checklist? We credit its price ($4.99 or $12.99) toward your booked inspection.

Vehicle history reports

We don't sell vehicle history reports. We search the seller's ad and website for a free Carfax or AutoCheck report, which most dealers offer, and send you the link if we find one. Our free listing check does the same. We can't promise a report for every car.

What's included

How it works

  1. Check the ad for free. Paste the listing link and VIN into the free check to spot problems before you pay for anything.
  2. Book. Send the form below with the car, where it is, and the tier you want.
  3. We confirm. We call or email to set the time with you and the seller, and confirm the price.
  4. The mechanic inspects. The checklist is filled out on site.
  5. You decide. You get the checklist and photos so you can buy, negotiate or walk away.

FAQ

Do you sell vehicle history reports?

No. We don't sell Carfax or AutoCheck reports. Most dealers post a free history report in their ad or on their website, so we look for it and pass the link along when we find one. Our free listing check does the same search. If the seller doesn't offer one, you'd need to buy it yourself.

What does the mechanic use?

Your mechanic fills out the AskCarFix™ checklist for your tier on site: the 30-point checklist for Basic, the 72-point checklist for Full and Premium. You get the completed checklist and photos.

I already bought a checklist. Do I get credit?

Yes. If you bought the 30-point ($4.99) or 72-point ($12.99) checklist, tell us when you book and we'll credit what you paid toward the inspection.

What areas do you cover?

Portland and the metro area, including Beaverton, Hillsboro, Gresham, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie and Happy Valley. The base price covers about 25 miles. Farther out, travel is $35 for 25–50 miles or $65 for 50–75 miles.

What if the seller does not show or the car sells?

If the mechanic is sent out and the seller doesn't show up or the car has already sold, there's a $50 fee. The rest of what you paid is credited toward your next car.

Is this a guarantee about the car?

No. It's a visual, non-invasive inspection: no lift and no taking parts apart. It tells you what the mechanic found that day, so you can buy, negotiate or walk away. It isn't a warranty and can't catch everything.

How do I pay?

Send the form below and we'll call or email you to confirm the time, price and payment. Nothing is charged when you submit the form.

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