Core Service
450-Point Pre-Purchase
Used Car Inspection
The most thorough pre-purchase inspection available. We travel on-site to the vehicle — anywhere in NY, NJ, or CT — and give you a direct call from your actual inspector.
What's Covered
Everything Included in Your 450-Point Inspection
We inspect the entire vehicle — not just what's visible. Every system, every surface, every concern — fully documented.
Full Mechanical Inspection
Engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, and drivetrain — every moving part checked and documented with precision.
Complete Electrical System
Battery, charging, all electronics, lights, A/C, heat, and onboard diagnostics reviewed with professional diagnostic equipment.
Body, Paint & Interior
We inspect for prior accidents, body repairs, rust, paint inconsistencies, and overall condition — inside and out.
Test Drive
Every vehicle is test driven to evaluate real-world performance under acceleration, braking, and turning conditions.
Undercarriage Inspection
We lift the vehicle and physically inspect the frame, suspension components, exhaust, and underside for damage or corrosion.
Fraud & Damage Detection
We check for odometer tampering, flood damage indicators, hidden accident damage, and title issues that CARFAX typically misses.
Detailed Report + Photos
A comprehensive written inspection report with photographs emailed to you after every job — keep it or use it to negotiate.
Free Title & History Report
Included with every inspection at no extra charge, along with a complimentary book value appraisal of the vehicle.
Service Q&A
About Pre-Purchase Inspections
Common questions from used-car buyers before booking their first inspection.
A pre-purchase used car inspection is a comprehensive evaluation of a vehicle performed by an independent specialist before you buy it. Lemon Protector's 450-point inspection covers every major system — mechanical, electrical, body, chassis, and more — giving you a complete, unbiased picture of the vehicle's true condition.
Sellers present vehicles in the best possible light. CARFAX only shows officially reported history. Without an independent inspection, you're relying on incomplete information. A 450-point inspection by Lemon Protector uncovers hidden problems, prior damage, and mechanical issues before you commit to the purchase.
You get complete mechanical and physical data on the vehicle. You can negotiate from a position of knowledge. You avoid costly surprises after purchase. You can walk away from a bad deal with confidence. And you get to speak directly with the inspector who evaluated the car — a feature no other service in the area offers.
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.
How We Compare
Lemon Protector vs. CARFAX vs. A Mechanic
Understanding the difference could save you thousands of dollars on your next used car purchase.
Lemon Protector
Best Choice- Physical 450-point bumper-to-bumper inspection
- Detects unreported accidents & flood damage
- Full test drive performed
- Direct call from your actual inspector
- Written report with photos included
- Starting at $139 — no hidden fees
- Zero conflict of interest
CARFAX Report
- Shows only officially reported incidents
- Cannot detect unreported accidents
- No physical inspection of vehicle
- No mechanical condition data
- No test drive or hands-on evaluation
- Often incomplete or out of date
- Misses fraud, flood, and tampering
A Mechanic or Repair Shop
- Focused on repair work, not evaluation
- Financial incentive to find repair work
- May not do a full vehicle assessment
- Rarely tests for fraud or tampering
- No formal buyer-side inspection protocol
- Not specialized in pre-purchase evaluations
- Potential conflict of interest
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
Pre-Purchase Inspection Questions
Lemon Protector provides professional pre-purchase car inspections across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. We travel on-site to the vehicle's location. Starting at $139 with direct inspector consultation included in every job.
Lemon Protector's 450-point pre-purchase inspection starts at $139. That includes the full inspection, a written report with photos, a free title search, vehicle history report, and a book value appraisal — all with no hidden fees.
A typical 450-point on-site inspection takes one to two hours. The inspector calls you immediately after with findings, and the written report is emailed the same day.
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