Buyer's Inspection Service

Don't let $75
cost you thousands
in hidden repairs.

Facebook Marketplace sellers aren't always truthful. Craigslist sellers definitely aren't. I'll ride along, put a real mechanic's eyes (and scan tools) on the vehicle, and tell you straight: what it's actually worth, what's wrong with it, and whether you should buy it.

OBD2 scan Test drive Rust + leak check Buy / don't buy call

Why You Want Me There

A mechanic in your passenger seat

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Full Inspection On Site

OBD2 scan, fluid check, undercarriage look, lift kit / frame rust / leak / tire check, test drive. The stuff sellers hope you skip.

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Real Market Value

I tell you what it's actually worth based on condition — not the seller's wishful asking price. Walk in with a number you can defend.

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Honest Buy / Don't Buy

If it's a money pit, I'll tell you. If it's a steal, I'll tell you that too. I have no skin in the sale either way.

Same-Day Available

Seller pressuring you to come today? Book a same-day slot. I'll be there with 2 hours notice (within 25 miles).

How It Works

Three steps to a smart buy

1

Book the slot

Pick an open appointment time, drop in the seller's address or ZIP, paste the Marketplace listing if you have one, and include the VIN and mileage so the intake is complete.

2

Meet me there

Show up at the appointment with the seller. I roll in with my scan tools, do the inspection, take it for a drive with you.

3

Get my honest take

Verbal verdict on site, full notes texted to you after. Pay the remainder ($50 base, more for travel / same-day) and you walk away with a real answer.

Pricing

Straight, no fine print

Base
$75

Within 25 miles of Springwater, NY

  • Base inspection within 25 miles
  • Payment confirmed before the appointment
  • Travel or timing changes confirmed by text
Same-Day
+$50

When the deal can't wait

  • Open appointment times are shown below
  • Short-notice requests depend on open time
  • I'll confirm before you plan around it
Travel
+$1.50/mi

Beyond 25 miles, added automatically

  • Regular bookings up to 150 mi
  • Same-day up to 100 mi
  • Farther? Send the request and I'll quote it

Shop Inventory

Cars for sale, when available

Shop inventory is updated when Mike has vehicles available. The showroom may be empty between builds or customer jobs.

View shop inventory

Book An Inspection

Lock in your slot

Book through Mike's Garage to view open times and include the VIN, mileage, seller details, and notes with your appointment.

Use the public appointment calendar.

Choose an open time for an inspection, sign in, and add the VIN and mileage so the intake is complete before Mike shows up.