Vehicle inspection packages · Melbourne

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Three packages: Essential A$249, Premium A$329 or Plus A$429. Choose the depth that fits the vehicle you’re considering.

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Qualified & EV-certified · Buyer-side only · Full report, photos & mechanic phone call within 1 hour of inspection completion · Same-day +A$50 when available · A flat A$20 travel charge applies beyond 25 km from Melbourne CBD (no travel charge on SMGLR Plus).

Currency: All prices shown are in Australian dollars (AUD).

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Every package includes a PPSR certificate, a full comprehensive report with photos within 1 hour of inspection completion and a phone call from your mechanic to explain the findings. Premium and Plus also include videos. See sample reports.

SMGLR Essential

A$249

Afterpay or 4 × A$62.25

Basic vehicle check · 50–60 min

Included

Full mechanical check
Engine, brakes, tyres & suspension
Battery & charging-system check
Fault-code scan
Road test
PPSR certificate (finance owing, stolen & written-off)
30+ photos of the vehicle
Full report & photos within 1 hour + phone call from your mechanic

Not included

Full diagnostic scan + live data
Underbody & leak checks
Odometer rollback check
Full body & paint assessment report
Vehicle history check

A$20 travel charge beyond 25 km from Melbourne CBD.

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SMGLR Premium

A$329

Afterpay or 4 × A$82.25

Detailed inspection · 75–90 min

Included

Everything in SMGLR Essential, plus:
In-depth engine & transmission check
Full charging system check
Full diagnostic scan + live data
Underbody & leak checks
Odometer rollback check
Exterior body condition check
50+ photos of the vehicle + walk-around video
Full report, photos & videos within 1 hour + phone call from your mechanic

Not included

Full body & paint assessment report
Vehicle history check
Repair cost guidance
70+ photos & videos of the vehicle
Post-inspection support

A$20 travel charge beyond 25 km from Melbourne CBD.

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SMGLR Plus

A$429

Afterpay or 4 × A$107.25

Most comprehensive inspection · 90+ min

Included

Everything in SMGLR Premium, plus:
Full body & paint assessment report (see a sample)
Full detailed interior assessment
Vehicle history check
Model-Specific Watchpoints — known issue areas checked. Limitations apply.
Recall Status Check — outstanding recalls checked where available.
Repair cost guidance
Negotiation assistance
70+ photos & videos of the vehicle
Post-inspection support
Full report, photos & videos within 1 hour + phone call from your mechanic

One hidden crash repair can cost thousands. SMGLR Plus checks the body & paint for signs of past accidents before you pay.

No travel charge with SMGLR Plus within our Melbourne service area.

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Not sure which one? Choose “Not sure yet” when you book and we’ll recommend one after seeing the listing.

Buying an EV or plug-in hybrid? Battery test from A$299, EV packages from A$499. See EV options

Road-test video +A$20 on any package. Vans and some luxury vehicles: ask for a quote.

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Real buyer feedback

Reviews from Melbourne buyers who booked SMGLR inspections.

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What buyers say about the packages

Michella L.

Google review

★★★★★

Really great service! The inspector was very professional, thorough and, most importantly, took the time to call me and explain everything clearly. He answered all my questions and went through the findings in detail…

Shubham P.

Google review

★★★★★

Great pre-purchase inspection service. The mechanic was very professional, thorough, and explained everything clearly about the Audi A4. He checked the car carefully and pointed out the things I needed to know before making my decision.

Stefan R.

Google review

★★★★★

Communication was excellent. Let me know everything he found with a detailed report & recommendations if I go ahead with the purchase. Would use again in future.

Hashen A.

Google review

★★★★★

I had a pre-purchase inspection done by SMGLR Auto Checks and went with their Premium Package. I couldn’t be happier with the service.

Dav V.

Google review

★★★★★

I’m so satisfied to have engage Bobby for a pre purchase inspection of a 2019 Toyota CHR. Bobby was punctual and arrived early for the appointment and its so easy and smooth to communicate via text…

Sudesh N.

Google review

★★★★★

Thanks for helping my son get his first car. Saved us so much running around. 10/10 service!

Jay

Google review

★★★★★

I booked SMGLR Auto Checks for a pre-purchase car inspection and I’m really glad I did. The inspection was very detailed, and they gave honest feedback on the car’s overall condition, red flags, maintenance requirements…

Abid H.

Google review

★★★★★

He was fantastic and went above and beyond to help me with my questions. Highly recommend.

Paras N.

Google review

★★★★★

Great service from SMGLR Auto Checks. Very detailed inspection, honest advice and excellent communication throughout. The report was easy to understand and helped me make an informed decision.

Kasandra

Google review

★★★★★

Great service and quick response, very easy to deal with. The report was clear and gave me peace of mind before buying my car. Reasonable pricing for the services offered.

M. Sridharan

Google review

★★★★★

I purchased the Premium package from them. It was truly worth it and value for money.

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