Used car buyers' secret weapon

The 5-minute
inspection that
saves you $5,000

Enter your car's year, make, and model. Get an expert deep-dive on every known issue, how common it is, and what it costs to fix — before you sign anything.

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5,000+ vehicles covered
NHTSA complaint data
Real repair cost averages
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The problem

What dealers don't tell you

Every used car has a history. Some issues are dealbreakers. Others are cheap fixes. You need to know which is which — before you buy.

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Hidden mechanical failures

Transmission slips, engine burn, timing chain rattle — invisible at a glance, devastating after purchase.

Electrical gremlins

Faulty BCMs, broken HVAC actuators, failing sensors — modern cars have complex electronics that fail in predictable ways.

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Surprise repair bills

The average unexpected repair on a used car purchase is $1,200–$4,800. That's a lot for a car you just bought.

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Model-specific weak spots

Every car has known patterns. The 2015 Ford Focus DSG clutch. The 2016 Subaru head gaskets. Know yours before you buy.


$5,000

Average savings reported by buyers who found a major issue before purchase. For the price of a fancy lunch, you protect yourself on the biggest purchase of the year.


Sample report

2018 Toyota Camry 2.5L

Here's a preview of what you'd receive. Every report covers 15–30 known issues for that exact vehicle.

CarCheck Report — 2018 Toyota Camry 2.5L
15 known issues  ·  Sourced from NHTSA, TSBs & repair data
Preview
Issue & what to inspect Frequency Severity Avg. repair cost
Oil consumption (engine burn)
Check dipstick before purchase. Ask for maintenance records. Look for blue exhaust smoke on startup.
78%
High
$2,400–$6,000
Catalytic converter theft
Inspect undercarriage with a flashlight. Listen for loud rattling exhaust on startup.
61%
Med
$1,100–$2,800
Infotainment system freeze
Test all screen functions during test drive. Tap through every menu and try Bluetooth pairing.
44%
Low
$300–$900
Paint peeling (roof & trunk)
Inspect in direct sunlight. Check roof edges, trunk lid, and hood for bubbling or lifting clear coat.
38%
Med
$800–$1,500
Front suspension clunking
Drive over speed bumps slowly. Listen for clunks from front wheels when turning.
32%
Med
$400–$1,200
Brake actuator noise
Listen for grinding or buzzing when braking lightly at low speed.
24%
Low
$200–$600
+ 11 more issues — unlock full report for $9.99

How it works

Three steps, five minutes

No account required. No waiting. Walk into the dealership prepared.

01

Pick your car

Select year, make, and model. We cover 5,000+ vehicles from 2010–2024.

02

Pay once, $9.99

No subscription. No upsells. Secure checkout via Stripe. Takes 30 seconds.

03

Get your PDF instantly

Emailed immediately. Open it on your phone at the lot. Know what to look for and what to ask.

04

Negotiate with confidence

Use known issues as leverage. Ask the dealer to fix them or knock the price down.


Reviews

Real buyers, real savings

★★★★★
"Found out the exact Chevy Equinox we were about to buy had a known piston ring issue. Walked away. Bought a different one. Saved ourselves $3,800."
Marcus T.
Denver, CO · 2020 Equinox buyer
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"I used this at the dealership on my phone. The salesperson had no idea what I was looking at. Negotiated $1,200 off based on the transmission service history flag."
Priya K.
Austin, TX · 2019 Accord buyer
★★★★★
"Worth 100x the price. The report told me exactly where to look on the BMW sunroof drains. They were clogged. Dealer fixed them before I signed — a $600 repair."
James W.
Chicago, IL · 2017 BMW 3 Series

Questions

FAQ

Where does the data come from?

Our reports synthesize NHTSA complaint databases, technical service bulletins (TSBs), owner forums, and national repair shop data — cross-referenced by frequency and average repair cost across thousands of real vehicles.

Is this the same as a VIN check or Carfax?

No — those tell you what happened to that specific car. We tell you what commonly goes wrong with that entire model year. Used together, they give you the full picture.

What if my exact trim or engine isn't covered?

We cover the most common configurations for each model. If we don't have your exact variant, you get a full refund — no questions asked.

How long is the report?

Typically 8–15 pages. Each issue includes a plain-English description, exactly what to inspect on the car, questions to ask the seller, and national repair cost averages.

Can I use it on my phone at the dealership?

Yes — that's exactly how most people use it. The PDF opens on any phone. Pull it up while you're walking around the car.

What's your refund policy?

30-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. If you're not satisfied for any reason, email us and we'll refund you same-day.

Don't buy blind.
Buy smart.

One report. Every known issue. Know exactly what you're getting into before you hand over the keys.

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