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    Used Vehicle Inspections

    Anyone know of some places that perform these? Are they helpful? I'm looking at buying a used private party car and the interwebz say these are essential... Any advice/experience is appreciated.

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    Re: Used Vehicle Inspections

    I have used Pro Auto Care (I-25 & Dahlia) for a long time and really like them. They do pre-purchase inspections but I'm not sure of the cost.

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    Can't help in private sales, but I've taken (or requested) used cars off one dealer's lot to another dealer or a pre-purchase inspection. $150 saved me at least a $5K headache in once case.
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    Re: Used Vehicle Inspections

    What car exactly?
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    Re: Used Vehicle Inspections

    looking at a 2007 or 2008 avalanche.

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    I would absolutely get it checked out…I've used Auto MDS twice now…very happy with their service…they are mobile so they will come to you…

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    whatever you do, DO NOT rely on Carfax…

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    Re: Used Vehicle Inspections

    Thanks, I'll check out MDS.

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    Re: Used Vehicle Inspections

    Whoever you have look at make sure the check the front axle for bearing failure remove the drain plug and check the magnet, you dont need to drain it, remove wipe plug on rag check for bearing flakes silver colored. Also upper and lower ball joints.

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