CarAudit™ — Guarantee of a good purchase
Before the sale, each vehicle undergoes a detailed certified inspection by an experienced mechanic trained to detect hidden defects and potential risks. You know exactly what you are buying ahead of time, and we guarantee the condition as stated in the certificate. CarAudit is our mechanic on your side.
More about CarAuditDetailed inspection
We won't miss a thing. Each inspection consists of 270 inspection items. We will inform you about the vehicle's condition before you decide to buy it.
Guaranteed vehicle condition
We guarantee the condition of the vehicle as stated in the CarAudit certificate. We will compensate for any possible deviation, deficiency or defect detected.
Certified mechanics
We work only with qualified mechanics with years of experience who can detect even the most minute defects, be they already present or imminent.
The purchase starts with a CarAudit™ inspection
Vehicle certification
First, we will verify all information about the vehicle and check its legal status in available databases and registers.
Detailed inspection
Our mechanic will personally inspect and test the vehicle based on the criteria of our strict standardized procedure.
Our recommendation
Based on the inspection data, we will evaluate the overall condition of the vehicle and give you our recommendation on whether you should buy it or not.
We know what we are doing and we are thorough.
Each model has its specifics and there can be many risks. But our experienced mechanics know what to focus on and what to watch out for. You can be sure that you will make the right purchase.
Non-matching parts, weld joint repairs, differing paint thickness or damaged light fixtures are all indicators that the vehicle has been in a major crash
History and legal defects
To prevent unpleasant surprises after the purchase, we check available European registers and databases for:
- Service history and accident records
- Odometer rolled back
- Stolen Vehicles Register
- Unpaid leasing or other financial liabilities
- Possibility of VAT deduction
The condition of the exterior and interior
Even if the vehicle appears new, it can still have hidden traces of an accident or neglected servicing. Our mechanic takes photos of everything and checks:
- Paint thickness reveals if the vehicle has been in an accident
- Quality of previous repairs and traces of corrosion
- Condition of the engine, gearbox, brakes, etc.
- Functioning of available equipment
- Does the condition correspond to age and mileage
Diagnostics
Expert diagnostics via the control unit also reveal things that may go unnoticed during a routine inspection, such as:
- Error codes
- Condition of the diesel particulate filter
- Air-conditioning malfunctions
- Interventions in vehicle electronics
- Defects that might not be apparent from a test drive
Test drive
When driving, many defects can appear that go undetected when idling. We focus on:
- Gear shifting and clutch function
- Smoothness of power increase
- Directional stability and steering wheel vibration
- Brake performance and shock absorber function
- Unusual noises
What does the CarAudit certificate look like
What do our customers think?
Buying a car on Imperial Auto was simply a pleasure. Everything went smoothly, I always knew what stage the car was in and what would happen next. Excellent communication with everyone at Imperial Auto, they are just great. The car was delivered in great condition, exactly as described by the mechanic in the car audit. The car is beautiful and thanks a lot to all of you at Imperial Auto My dream came true and it was the best...birthday present!!! Regards, your fan 😊
Škoda Fabia • 2016
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Imperial Auto arranged for me to buy a Kia Sportage, which after a few tens of kilometers had a problem with the exhaust system, which the company's acceptance technician had no chance to discover on the spot. Imperial Auto arranged a service at an authorized service center and the relatively expensive replacement of the GPF filter and sensor was covered by the company's warranty. Even these complications and their solution showed the solidity and professionalism of this company.
Kia Sportage • 2018
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