Pre-Purchase Inspection in Boerne, TX — Before You Buy

Used Car Inspections in Boerne and Kendall County

Buying a truck or SUV from a private seller in Boerne often means a ranch driveway off Boerne Stage Road or a lot along IH-10, a long way from any shop that could look it over. We meet you and the seller where the vehicle is and inspect it there.

What Ranch and Hill Country Vehicles Get Checked For

Trucks that have towed trailers or worked rough ground get extra attention: the hitch and receiver for wear, transmission fluid condition and smell, four-wheel-drive engagement in both ranges, suspension and steering joints, and underbody damage from rocks or caliche roads. We also scan every module for stored and recently cleared trouble codes.

Meeting a Seller Out in the County

Private sales around Boerne often mean the seller lives on acreage and the buyer is driving in from San Antonio or farther. We set a time with both of you, meet at the property, and do the whole inspection there, including a road test on a route the seller is comfortable with. Plan on 60 to 90 minutes rather than squeezing it into a quick look.

Towing History on a Used Pickup

A truck that pulled a stock trailer or travel trailer for years can look clean and still be tired underneath. We look for a worn receiver and hitch pin hole, a trailer plug that has been cut or spliced, rear suspension sag, and transmission fluid that smells burnt or looks dark. On four-wheel-drive trucks we engage 4-high and 4-low and listen for clunks from the transfer case and front axle.

What the Report Gives You

Every finding is listed with photos and a plain rating: fine, keep an eye on it, or needs attention. That gives you something specific to bring to the seller, whether that is a lower price, a repair before sale, or a reason to walk away. If you buy and want something on the list fixed, call or text for a repair quote.

Price and Report

$150 flat rate. You get a written report with photos and a plain recommendation: buy, negotiate, or walk away.

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