C&D Automotive does pre-purchase inspections on used cars, trucks and diesels in Colorado Springs, usually the same day. We check the engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, frame and fluids, then give you a written report of what we found, so you know what the vehicle needs before you hand over any money.
Buying a used vehicle without an independent inspection is a gamble. A pre-purchase inspection gives you an honest, mechanic's-eye look at the vehicle, so you know exactly what you are buying, not just what the seller tells you.
We check the engine, transmission, drivetrain, brakes, suspension, steering, and cooling system for current problems and signs of past neglect or damage.
Brakes, tires, lighting, and steering all get inspected for safety before you drive off with the vehicle every day.
We look for leaks and check the condition of engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant, and other fluids for signs of overdue maintenance or bigger problems underneath.
We check for rust, prior collision repair, and body or frame issues that are not obvious from a walk-around.
You leave with a written summary of what we found, so you can negotiate on price, walk away with confidence, or buy knowing exactly what you are getting into.
An inspection matters most on a private sale, where there is no warranty and no one to go back to once the money changes hands. It is still worth it at a dealer: a clean lot detail can hide a slow leak, worn suspension, or a transmission that is starting to slip. A seller who has nothing to hide will usually agree to let an independent shop look the vehicle over.
Call (719) 618-4889 with the year, make and model and we will give you a quote and a time. You or the seller bring the vehicle to the shop at 1440 Pando Avenue. Most inspections are done the same day, and we walk you through the report before you decide.
We inspect all makes, including the trucks, diesels and modified vehicles many shops avoid. On a diesel we pay close attention to the signs of an engine that has been worked hard; on a modified car we look at what has been changed and how well it was done. If something needs work, our engine rebuild and transmission pages explain what those repairs involve.
Every job at C&D follows the same process — diagnose, quote, repair, verify. See how it works →
Most pre-purchase inspections at independent shops in the Colorado Springs area run about $150–$275, depending on the vehicle and how much needs checking (RepairPal's 2026 estimate is roughly $186–$273). Call (719) 618-4889 with the year, make and model for an exact quote.