Pre-Purchase Inspections in Omaha
$129 Pre-Purchase Inspections
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What we do
- Book before you sign. Schedule online or call. Bring the car in before you sign, not after.
- Every major system is checked. Engine and transmission, brakes and suspension, electrical, cooling and exhaust, tires and wheels, and body and frame, including signs of accident repair, rust, and frame damage.
- Computer scan. We check the check engine light, read any stored codes, and run a computer scan for issues that are not showing on the dash.
- Written report with photos. You get a detailed report documenting the vehicle's condition, the current issues, and the estimated repair costs.
- Buy, negotiate, or walk away. The report includes our recommendation. Use the findings to negotiate the price or to have the seller make repairs before you buy.
What it costs
Honest ranges for the most common jobs. Run your vehicle and the repair through the estimator for a real number, then we confirm it in writing after the inspection.
The pre purchase inspection is a flat $129. Bring the car in before you sign, not after.
24 months or 24,000 miles on parts and labor, honored at shops across the country, with roadside assistance.
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In depth
Buying a used car without an inspection is gambling with thousands of dollars. We perform thorough pre-purchase inspections that reveal exactly what you're buying - and what expensive repairs might be coming.
Our $129 Complete Inspection Process
We check every major system:
Engine and Transmission
- Fluid condition and levels
- Leaks from gaskets or seals
- Engine operation and sounds
- Transmission shifting quality
- Compression test (if needed)
Brakes and Suspension
- Brake pad and rotor condition
- Brake fluid condition
- Suspension components
- Shock and strut function
- Alignment indicators
Electrical Systems
- Battery and charging system
- All lights and accessories
- Check engine light and stored codes
- Computer scan for issues
Cooling and Exhaust
- Coolant condition
- Radiator and hoses
- Exhaust leaks or damage
- Catalytic converter function
Tires and Wheels
- Tread depth
- Uneven wear patterns
- Wheel condition
- Tire age
Body and Frame
- Signs of accident repair
- Rust or corrosion
- Frame damage indicators
- Panel alignment
What You Get
Detailed written report with photos documenting vehicle condition, list of current issues, estimated repair costs, and recommendations on whether to buy, negotiate price, or walk away.
Why It's Worth It
A $129 inspection can save you from buying a vehicle with $3,000 in hidden problems. Use our findings to negotiate price or have the seller make repairs before purchase.
Cost: $129 for complete pre-purchase inspection
Questions & answers
What does the $129 pre-purchase inspection include?
A full mechanical inspection of the vehicle you are considering, including the battery and charging system, all lights and accessories, the check engine light and any stored codes, and a computer scan. You get a written report on what the car actually is before you commit.
Is a pre-purchase inspection worth it?
$129 against a used car purchase is cheap. It either gives you confidence in the car, hands you a list to negotiate with, or saves you from a vehicle with a problem the seller did not mention. Bring it in before you sign, not after.
Recent repairs completed
Toyota Tacoma
Pre-purchase inspection on a used truck, with frame, fluids, brakes and a scan for stored codes.
Honda Accord
Pre-purchase inspection with photos of every finding sent to the buyer before they committed.
Jeep Wrangler
Pre-purchase inspection with a close look at steering, suspension and any modifications.
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What Omaha drivers say
I know firsthand now how professional and qualified Gateway Auto is and trust them completely with my car care. I recently needed a major repair and was concerned about finding a reputable business that had the technical knowledge to manage the repair. Search no further. Gateway got the job done in the time they estimated at the price quoted and kept me updated with great communication from start to finish. This was my first visit with them but won't be my last.
I have never had a more positive experience with a shop in my entire life! I was spoken to in a respectful manner, and they answered all of my questions. They were very transparent with the issues the car was having and how much it would cost to fix. The online portal was amazing and I loved getting to view the issues in such detail before committing! They kept me updated with what was happening on my car and what to expect time wise! The loaner car was a life saver and allowed me to still go to work while my car was being serviced! I will not be going anywhere else for my car care! Gateway Auto has my entire heart! Thanks guys!
Gateway Auto Service Center is the only place I've taken my car since I bought it. They always get my car done quickly and not too expensive. I never feel like I'm being taken advantage of like happens at some other places. My husband has also started bringing his car here. 10/10 would highly recommend!!
Schedule your repair at our Omaha & La Vista shops
Book at any location in about a minute.
La Vista
110th & Harrison
Flagship. Mechanical service and the collision center under one roof.
10939 Harrison St, La Vista, NE 68128. 24 hour key drop.
West Omaha
133rd & B Street
Standalone service center. Mechanical repair and maintenance, all makes and models.
13306 B St, Omaha, NE 68144. 24 hour key drop at the front of the building.