How a Professional Car Inspection Works in Germany
Buying a car in Germany may seem simple and safe to many, but in reality the market is far from transparent. There are many vehicles with questionable histories: tampered mileage, hidden damage from major accidents, or cars rebuilt after being declared a total loss.
This is why a professional vehicle inspection is essential if you want to avoid risks.
At CAR-CHECK24, our inspection process is designed to give the customer an honest, detailed, and comprehensive picture of the vehicle’s condition — down to the smallest detail. We identify what would be impossible to see without professional experience and diagnostic equipment.
Stage 1. Preliminary Listing Check
Before traveling to the vehicle, the specialist analyzes:
Our specialist performs:
During the test drive, the specialist evaluates:
The client receives:
The document includes:
We do not sell cars — we protect our clients.
Every inspection is aimed at helping you make an informed decision and avoid costly mistakes.
Buying a car in Germany may seem simple and safe to many, but in reality the market is far from transparent. There are many vehicles with questionable histories: tampered mileage, hidden damage from major accidents, or cars rebuilt after being declared a total loss.
This is why a professional vehicle inspection is essential if you want to avoid risks.
At CAR-CHECK24, our inspection process is designed to give the customer an honest, detailed, and comprehensive picture of the vehicle’s condition — down to the smallest detail. We identify what would be impossible to see without professional experience and diagnostic equipment.
Stage 1. Preliminary Listing Check
Before traveling to the vehicle, the specialist analyzes:
- the model’s history;
- typical issues for the specific configuration;
- the VIN, if available;
- the consistency of mileage, age, and price.
- This helps identify suspicious points in advance.
Our specialist performs:
- body inspection (hidden repairs, repainting, paint thickness);
- check of panel gaps, windows, lights, tires;
- electrical system test;
- diagnostics of engine, transmission, suspension;
- inspection for leaks and OBD error codes.
During the test drive, the specialist evaluates:
- engine performance under different loads;
- gear shifting quality;
- suspension stability;
- noises and vibrations;
- steering response.
The client receives:
- 100–200 photos and video;
- engine operation video;
- suspension video (if possible);
- detailed defect overview videos.
The document includes:
- condition assessment by vehicle zones;
- list of identified defects;
- recommendations for repairs/price negotiation;
- an honest verdict — whether the car is worth buying.
We do not sell cars — we protect our clients.
Every inspection is aimed at helping you make an informed decision and avoid costly mistakes.