Pre-purchase Inspection (PPI) or Financing appraisal for a 1955-58 Chevy "Tri-Five"

A pre-purchase inspection (PPI) is a thorough inspection of a vehicle conducted by a professional certified appraiser or technician before a potential buyer makes a purchase. The purpose of a PPI is to assess the vehicle's condition, identify any existing or potential issues, and provide the buyer with a report detailing the findings. To discuss/schedule your PPI, call/text 786-853-0711

Call/text us for information on a pre-purchase car inspection in South Florida. We have three different options to suit your budget. Our expert car inspector will call the seller to schedule an appointment to inspect the vehicle. The auto inspector will go directly to the vehicle to conduct the inspection. You will receive your completed report by the end of the following business day. Need a car inspector? Call/text 786-853-0711

For cars, trucks, motorcycles, motorhomes, RVs, boats and light aircraft appraisals, from Key West to Port Canaveral, South Florida Car Appraisers has you covered.

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Which Land Rover Defender 110 would you buy? Recently a client from Texas called to say he was looking to buy one of two mid-1990s advertised for sale in Miami, and he wanted pre-purchase inspections (PPI) on both so that he could decide if and which one to purchase. They were both being offered at about the same price.

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Buying an older car has its advantages, and the purchase process is relatively easy. As simple as it is, however, it's not unusual for drivers to have questions, especially when it comes to financing. In fact, one of the most common inquiries drivers have about buying a pre-owned vehicle is, "can you finance a car older than 10 years?"

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If you are looking for a car appraisal near you, and you are in South East Florida, you've found us! Getting a car appraisal before you buy, sell, or trade a car helps you get a good idea of the vehicle’s value and puts you in a better-informed position to negotiate. Several factors can affect a car’s value, such as your location and what kind of buyer you’re selling to (if you’re selling). Where you go to get your car appraisal could also affect the estimate you receive. Online guides, lenders, car dealers and professional appraisers can all offer car appraisals.

Whether you are looking to purchase a 1946 Chevy pick-up truck with a Corvette engine, a 1979 Excalibur Series II Phaeton, or any other out-of-the-ordinary "oddball" vehicle you would be well advised to get a pre-purchase inspection, or financing appraisal to determine the condition and/or the fair market value of the the vehicle. Call/text 786-853-0711 to discuss your needs