About Lemon Protector
25+ Years Protecting
Used Car Buyers
Lemon Protector exists to level the playing field. Our 450-point pre-purchase inspections give buyers complete, unbiased information before any money changes hands.
What's Included
Complete Pre-Purchase Inspection Services
One appointment. One thorough inspection. Everything you need to make a confident, informed decision before buying any used car.
Schedule a 450-Point Inspection
Core Service450-Point Pre-Purchase Inspection
Complete bumper-to-bumper mechanical and physical inspection. Engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, electrical — we lift the vehicle and perform a full test drive.
Learn MoreDetailed Inspection Report & Photos
After every inspection you receive a comprehensive written report with photographs, findings, and recommendations — everything documented in one clear summary.
Learn MoreFree Title & Vehicle History Report
Every inspection includes a free title search and vehicle history report, plus a complimentary book value appraisal so you negotiate with real data.
Learn MorePersonal Inspector Consultation
Immediately after the inspection, the actual technician who inspected your car calls you personally to review every finding. No call center — your actual inspector.
Learn MoreAbout the Company
Who Is Lemon Protector?
Premier Pre-Purchase Car Inspections in NY, NJ, CT. Over 25 years serving buyers across the tri-state area with honesty, precision, and expertise.
Lemon Protector is a premier pre-purchase used car inspection service operating across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Founded on a commitment to honest, unbiased vehicle evaluations, they help used-car buyers make fully informed decisions before committing to any purchase — with over 25 years of experience.
Lemon Protector is the only pre-purchase car inspection service in the tri-state area to offer direct phone consultation with the actual technician who performed the inspection. Their sole focus is buyer-side evaluations — they have no repair business, which means zero conflict of interest at every step.
Yes. Lemon Protector works with local buyers throughout the tri-state area and with out-of-state buyers who are purchasing vehicles in New York, New Jersey, or Connecticut. They coordinate directly with the seller on your behalf so you don't need to manage any logistics.
How It Works
Simple, Effortless Car Inspections
Four easy steps from order to full inspector consultation. We handle everything — you just make the call.
Order
Place Your Order
Submit your order online or call us. Provide basic information about the vehicle — make, model, year, and the seller's location.
Schedule
We Coordinate with the Seller
We arrange a convenient inspection time directly with the seller. You don't have to do anything — we handle the scheduling for you.
Inspect
On-Site 450-Point Inspection
Our technician travels to the vehicle's location and performs a complete 450-point mechanical, electrical, and physical inspection — including a test drive.
Review
Talk to Your Inspector
Immediately after the inspection, your actual inspector calls you to review every finding. A detailed written report with photos is then emailed to you.
Our Commitment
Why 25+ Years of Buyers Trust Us
We built this business on one principle: the buyer deserves to know exactly what they're purchasing — no filters, no spin, no conflicts of interest.
Specialists, Not Mechanics
We do one thing: pre-purchase car inspections. We have no repair shop, so every evaluation is 100% objective and free from conflicts.
No Conflicts of Interest
Our only job is telling you the truth about a vehicle. We have nothing to gain by missing problems — and everything to gain by finding them.
Over 25 Years of Experience
Decades of hands-on experience means we know exactly what to look for — especially the problems sellers try to hide from buyers.
Talk to Your Actual Inspector
After every job, the technician who inspected your car calls you personally. No call center, no middlemen — only direct from your inspector.
We Come to the Car
On-site mobile service across NY, NJ, and CT. We travel to the vehicle — you never have to move it or deal with the seller directly.
Starting at $139
Full 450-point inspection, written report with photos, title search, vehicle history report, and book value appraisal — everything included.
Ready to inspect your vehicle?
On-site service starting at $139 — we come to the car, anywhere in NY, NJ, or CT.
Coverage Area
Pre-Purchase Inspections Across the Tri-State Area
We travel to the seller's location — wherever the car is. Our mobile inspection service covers the entire NY, NJ, and CT metro region. Out-of-state buyers welcome.
New York
- Long Island (Nassau & Suffolk Counties)
- Queens
- The Bronx
- Manhattan
- Staten Island
- Westchester County
- Rockland County
- Brooklyn
New Jersey
- Bergen County
- Essex County
- Hudson County
- Union County
- Passaic County
- Middlesex County
- Morris County
- Monmouth County
Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- Greenwich
- Stamford
- Darien
- Norwalk
- Bridgeport
- New Haven County
- Westport
Area not listed? Call (516) 983-3800 or (718) 229-7594 — we'll confirm if we service your location.
Out-of-state buyers purchasing vehicles in NY, NJ, or CT are also welcome.
Client Reviews
What Car Buyers Are Saying
Verified Reviews
Rated 5 stars by buyers across NY, NJ, CT
“Lemon Protector found a big problem with the first car I looked at. The second car passed their inspection so I bought it. I was genuinely happy with how thorough and professional they were throughout.”
Rich A.
Lynbrook, NY
Pre-Purchase InspectionFAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from used-car buyers before scheduling a pre-purchase inspection.
Lemon Protector provides professional pre-purchase used car inspections across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. We travel on-site to wherever the car is located, inspect the vehicle, and give you a direct phone consultation with your actual inspector — all starting at $139.
Lemon Protector’s pre-purchase car inspections start at $139. That price includes a full 450-point inspection, a detailed written report with photos, a free title search, a vehicle history report, and a free book value appraisal. There are no hidden fees.
A typical 450-point inspection takes approximately one to two hours on-site at the vehicle’s location. After the inspection, your inspector will call you right away to walk through the findings. The written report with photos is emailed to you shortly after.
Yes. Lemon Protector travels directly to wherever the car is located across the NY, NJ, and CT tri-state area. You don’t need to move the vehicle. We coordinate the appointment time with the seller so you don’t have to deal with any logistics.
Yes — in important ways. CARFAX only reports what has been officially filed; it cannot detect unreported accidents, flood damage, or mechanical problems. Mechanics focus on repairs and may miss or overlook issues before a sale. Lemon Protector specializes exclusively in pre-purchase inspections with zero conflict of interest. Our only job is giving you the full picture.
The inspection covers the entire vehicle: engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical systems, air conditioning and heat, body and paint condition, interior, undercarriage, and a full test drive. We also check for evidence of prior accidents, flood damage, and odometer tampering. Everything is documented in a written report with photos.
Don't Buy a Lemon
Protect Your Purchase
Before You Sign.
One 450-point on-site inspection. Starting at $139. Speak directly to your inspector. Know exactly what you're buying — before you spend a dollar.
Also available at (718) 229-7594