What’s the most surprising thing an inspection has ever found on a car you were

[samkonstas]

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What’s the most surprising thing an inspection has ever found on a car you were about to buy?

I’m curious to hear some horror or surprise stories from people who’ve done pre-purchase inspections. I’m currently looking at a 2017 Range Rover Sport and I’ve booked an inspection from a company that offers Veteran Pre-Purchase Inspection Dubai. The car looks amazing but I’ve heard these can have air suspension and cooling system issues. I want to go in with my eyes open. For those of you who’ve had inspections done, what’s the most unexpected or shocking thing the inspector found? I’ve heard stories about frames being full of body filler, engines with stop leak in the coolant, transmissions filled with the wrong fluid, and even a car that had a different engine than the VIN said. Did the inspection save you from buying a disaster? Or did you go ahead with the purchase anyway and regret it? I’m hoping that hearing some real experiences will help me decide whether to walk away if the report comes back with issues. I really want this Range Rover but I’m trying to be smart. Thanks for sharing.

[janiecarmody@gmail.com]

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Running an old vehicle through safety checks always brings a wave of anxiety, especially when mechanics start poking around underneath the chassis. I once had a technician point out some serious rust creeping into the Tube Frames structure, which completely halted my plans for the weekend project. It is crazy how hidden structural wear can completely catch you off guard even when the car drives completely fine on the surface. Seeing those structural issues up close really teaches you to appreciate a thorough diagnostic check before buying or maintaining an older ride.

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