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 Frankston.
Looking at a used car in Frankston, Seaford, Langwarrin or nearby? SMGLR can travel to the vehicle and complete a buyer-side inspection before purchase.
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: Frankston is about 40 km from Melbourne CBD, outside the 25 km free-travel area, so a flat A$20 travel charge applies on SMGLR Essential and SMGLR Premium (no travel charge on SMGLR Plus).
Before you buy
Buying in Frankston? Check the car, not the sales pitch.
Frankston-area vehicles can include coastal commuters, family SUVs, utes and high-kilometre cars. A flat A$20 travel charge applies beyond 25 km from Melbourne CBD (none on SMGLR Plus).
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
Frankston 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 Frankston.
Corrosion and exposed metal
If a car has spent significant time near the coast, exposed metal, fasteners and accessible underbody areas deserve a closer look.
High-kilometre wear
We pay attention to leaks, mounts, suspension, steering, brakes and driveline behaviour on higher-kilometre vehicles.
Cooling and charging systems
Cooling-system condition plus the 12V battery and charging system are checked for developing issues.
Body and paint history
Plus gives buyers a separate Body & Paint Assessment Report when previous repair history is a concern.
Local notes
Inspecting a vehicle in Frankston
The area
Frankston is in the City of Frankston, near Seaford, Langwarrin and Carrum Downs. Main roads include Nepean Highway, Frankston Freeway and Peninsula Link.
Common sales here
Dealers along the Nepean Highway and plenty of private sales, including boats, trailers and towing vehicles.
Access and road test
Bayside air speeds up corrosion. Accessible underbody areas, brake lines and towbar mounts are worth a close look.
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
Frankston inspection questions.
Can you inspect a car in Frankston or nearby?
Yes, subject to scheduling. We also cover nearby areas including Seaford, Langwarrin or Frankston North. 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 Frankston?
Frankston is about 40 km from Melbourne CBD, outside the 25 km free-travel area, so a flat A$20 travel charge applies on SMGLR Essential and SMGLR Premium. Beyond that, a flat A$20 travel charge applies on Essential and Premium, and there is no travel charge on SMGLR Plus.
Nearby service areas
Comparing another vehicle nearby?
Nearby local pages for buyers comparing more than one vehicle. If the vehicle is elsewhere, send the exact suburb and we’ll confirm availability.
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 Frankston?
Send the listing before you commit.
Tell us where the vehicle is and we’ll confirm availability, travel and the right package before payment.