SMGLR Essential · A$249
- 50–60 minute core inspection
- Mechanical, safety and visible leak checks
- Core fault-code scan
- PPSR certificate + 30+ photos of the vehicle
Mobile Pre-Purchase Inspection · Bayside & Southern Melbourne
Pre-purchase car inspection in Cheltenham.
Found a used car in Cheltenham, Highett, Moorabbin or Mentone? SMGLR inspects it at the seller or dealer location and gives you evidence before you decide.
FromA$249SMGLR Essential inspection
- Mechanical & safety checks
- Core diagnostic fault-code scan
- PPSR certificate included
- 30+ inspection photos included
- Full report, photos & mechanic phone call within 1 hour
Direct booking: send the listing, seller location and preferred time. You deal directly with the inspector from the first message.
Travel: free within 25 km of Melbourne CBD. A flat A$20 travel charge applies beyond 25 km on SMGLR Essential and SMGLR Premium (no travel charge on SMGLR Plus).
Before you buy
Buying in Cheltenham? Check the car, not the sales pitch.
Cheltenham listings can include family cars, SUVs, prestige vehicles and hybrids. We look beyond presentation to mechanical condition, diagnostic faults, visible repair history and upcoming maintenance.
SMGLR Premium · A$329
- Everything in SMGLR Essential
- Full diagnostic scan of accessible modules
- Live-data review where supported
- 50+ photos of the vehicle + walk-around video
SMGLR Plus · A$429
- Everything in SMGLR Premium
- No travel charge
- 70+ photos & videos of the vehicle
- Full Body & Paint Assessment Report
- Vehicle History Check + repair guidance + support
- Negotiation assistance
- Model-Specific Watchpoints — known issue areas checked; limitations apply
- Recall Status Check — outstanding recalls checked where available
Cheltenham buyer focus
What we pay close attention to.
The exact inspection follows the vehicle in front of us, but these are useful areas to verify before you commit to a used car around Cheltenham.
Body and paint condition
Parking damage, repainting and previous repairs can affect value. SMGLR Plus includes a dedicated Body & Paint Assessment Report.
Brakes, tyres and suspension
Wear levels, tyre patterns, steering behaviour and suspension noise can indicate both immediate cost and underlying issues.
Cooling and electrical systems
Accessible cooling components, battery/charging condition and electrical functions are checked as part of the inspection.
Diagnostic scan
Fault-code scanning provides evidence beyond what is visible on the dashboard during the appointment.
Local notes
Inspecting a vehicle in Cheltenham
The area
Cheltenham is in the City of Kingston, near Moorabbin, Mentone and Highett. Main roads include Nepean Highway, Charman Road and Warrigal Road.
Common sales here
Part of the Nepean Highway dealer strip that runs through Moorabbin and Cheltenham, plus steady private sales.
Access and road test
Dealer yards can be cramped. Confirm the car can be moved to an open area and taken on a road test before the appointment.
How it works
Four simple steps. Report within 1 hour.
1. Send the listing
Share the vehicle link, exact suburb and your preferred inspection time.
2. We confirm access
The seller or dealer needs to make the vehicle available and allow the inspection and road test where safe.
3. We inspect the vehicle
Mechanical, safety, diagnostic and package-specific checks are completed on site.
4. You get the evidence
Your full comprehensive report with photos (and videos on Premium & Plus) arrives within 1 hour of inspection completion, followed by a phone call from your mechanic on what matters.
Frequently asked
Cheltenham inspection questions.
Can you inspect a car in Cheltenham or nearby?
Yes, subject to scheduling. We also cover nearby areas including Highett, Moorabbin or Mentone. Send the exact listing and vehicle location so access and travel can be confirmed first.
Do you inspect cars at private sellers and dealerships?
Yes. SMGLR is mobile and can inspect at a seller or dealer location where permission, safe access and the required inspection conditions are available.
Which package should I choose?
SMGLR Essential covers the core mechanical and safety inspection. Premium adds deeper diagnostics and more evidence. Plus adds the Body & Paint Assessment Report, Vehicle History Check, repair and maintenance cost guidance, negotiation assistance, post-inspection support and 70+ photos plus videos.
Is there an extra travel charge for Cheltenham?
Free travel applies within 25 km of Melbourne CBD. If the vehicle is outside that zone, a flat A$20 travel charge applies on Essential and Premium (no travel charge on SMGLR Plus).
Buying a harder-working vehicle?
Important: A mobile pre-purchase inspection reduces buying risk but does not replace a roadworthy certificate, dismantling or specialist workshop diagnosis. Access can be limited by undertrays, seller permission, weather, vehicle condition and safe working space. Any material limitation is stated in the report.
Found a vehicle in Cheltenham?
Send the listing before you commit.
Tell us where the vehicle is and we’ll confirm availability, travel and the right package before payment.