Used cars don't come with guarantees.We make sure you know what you're buying.
Whether you're buying a $5,000 commuter or a $100,000 performance vehicle, an independent inspection can save you thousands — and give you confidence before you buy.
John's Automotive travels directly to any dealer lot, private driveway, or parking lot in the Denver metro area. Every inspection includes a professional digital inspection report with photos, findings, and recommendations — so you can make an informed buying decision.
Professional Digital Inspection Report Included
No need to transport the vehicle. We come to it. Call (720) 432-8850.
Most used car buyers don't know what they don't know.
A used vehicle comes with history. Some of it shows up in a report. Most of it doesn't.
A fresh detail job won't reveal a bent frame. A low odometer reading won't tell you the transmission is failing. A dealer's confidence — or a private seller's friendliness — is not a warranty. By the time most buyers discover the real condition of a vehicle, they've already paid for it.
The seller has seen this car every day. You're seeing it for the first time. That gap in information is exactly where expensive problems hide.
A pre-purchase inspection typically costs a fraction of the repairs it prevents — or the negotiating power it earns you.
That's what our inspection service is for.
Pre-Purchase Vehicle Inspections
An experienced, independent assessment of the vehicle's real condition — before any money changes hands.
When you hire John's Automotive, we travel directly to the vehicle and perform a thorough, on-site evaluation of what you're actually buying. Every inspection includes a professional digital inspection report with photos, findings, and recommendations — so you have documented information you can reference during negotiations or before making your purchase.
We work for you. Not the seller. Not the dealer. That independence is the entire point.
- We travel to the vehicle. You stay wherever you are.
- A thorough, on-site inspection by people who know what they're looking at.
- Honest findings in plain language — no jargon, no runaround.
- A professional digital inspection report documenting the vehicle's condition, findings, and recommendations.
Mobile Mechanic Service
Real repairs. Your location.
Beyond inspections, we provide hands-on mobile mechanic service throughout Parker, Castle Rock, Centennial, Aurora and the surrounding Denver metro area. If your vehicle needs work, we come to you — no tow truck, no shop drop-off, no waiting room.
You speak directly with us. Not a service advisor. Not a front desk. Just experienced mechanics who will tell you what's going on with your vehicle and what it takes to fix it.
Paintless dent repair is coming soon. Ask about availability when you call.
Transparent Pricing
Pricing depends on:
- — Vehicle type and size
- — Inspection scope and complexity
- — Travel distance within our service area
Luxury, exotic, collector, diesel, commercial and specialty vehicles are welcome. Contact us for a custom quote.
Call for a quote and we'll walk you through what the work involves before anything is scheduled.
What you get with our inspection service
No transport required. We travel to any dealer lot or private location in the Denver metro area.
We are not affiliated with any seller, dealer, or repair shop. Our only job is to give you an accurate picture.
Everything we find is explained in straightforward terms. No jargon. No upsell. Just the facts.
Based in Parker, CO. Our reputation is built here, in this community — one customer at a time.
You know your cost before we arrive. No surprises on either end.
Every inspection includes documented findings you can reference during negotiations or before making your purchase.
A family business built on doing it right.
John's Automotive is a father-and-son mobile service based in Parker, Colorado. John and Johnny carry four generations of family automotive experience into every job — and they've built this business on the same principle that's guided that history: do the work right, tell the truth about what you find, and treat every customer the way you'd treat your own family.
There's no corporate structure behind them. When you reach out, you reach them directly — and they'll give you the same honest service they'd want for themselves.
"We treat every vehicle we inspect the way we'd treat one belonging to our own family."
How a pre-purchase inspection works
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Submit Your Request
Fill out the request form with your vehicle details and location. Or call us directly. Takes two minutes.
- 02
We Handle the Coordination
We follow up to confirm your quote and schedule, and work with the seller or dealer when needed to arrange vehicle access. You manage nothing.
- 03
We Travel to the Vehicle
We come to the dealer lot, driveway, or wherever the vehicle is parked. You do not need to transport it anywhere.
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We Inspect, Document, and Deliver Your Digital Report
A thorough on-site inspection followed by a professional digital inspection report with photos, findings, and recommendations — plus an honest walkthrough in plain language. You receive the report after the inspection, so you have documented information to reference before you buy.
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You Decide
Buy with confidence. Negotiate on the findings. Or walk away from a problem before it costs you. The decision is always yours — made with the full picture in front of you.
Serving Parker, CO and the Denver metro area
John's Automotive is based in Parker, Colorado and serves Castle Rock, Centennial, Aurora, Douglas County and the greater Denver metro area for mobile pre-purchase inspections and repair work. Locations further outside our standard service area may be subject to adjusted pricing based on travel distance.
Not sure if we reach your vehicle's location? Call us — you'll get a straight answer.
What our customers say
John's Automotive is building its reputation one customer at a time. Verified Google and Facebook reviews will appear here as customers share their experiences.
If we've helped you, we'd be grateful to hear about it.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring the vehicle to you?
No. We travel to the vehicle — dealer lot, private driveway, parking lot, wherever it is. That's what mobile means.
How much does a pre-purchase inspection cost?
Pre-purchase vehicle inspections are priced between $195 and $295. Final pricing depends on vehicle type, inspection scope, and travel distance. Luxury, exotic, collector, diesel, commercial and specialty vehicles may require custom pricing. Contact us before booking and we'll give you a firm number before anything is scheduled.
Do I receive a written report?
Yes. Every pre-purchase inspection includes a professional digital inspection report with photos, findings, and recommendations — so you have documented information you can reference during negotiations or before making your purchase.
How long does an inspection take?
It depends on the vehicle. When you reach out, we'll give you a realistic timeframe based on what you're looking at.
Do I need to be present?
You're welcome to observe, but you don't have to be there. Many customers purchase vehicles remotely and receive findings by phone. The seller or dealer simply needs to provide access to the vehicle.
Can you inspect at a dealership?
Yes. We travel to dealership lots, private driveways, and wherever the vehicle is located. Most sellers and dealers accommodate inspection appointments without issue.
How is this different from a dealer inspection?
A dealer inspection is performed by someone who may have a stake in the transaction. John's Automotive is fully independent — hired by you, not the seller. Our only job is to give you an accurate picture of the vehicle's condition.
Do you also do repairs, or just inspections?
Both. Pre-purchase vehicle inspections are our primary service, but we also provide mobile mechanic work for repairs and on-site automotive service throughout the Parker and Denver metro area.
I already own a vehicle and need mechanical work. Can you help?
Yes. Give us a call and we'll talk through what you need before scheduling.
Will you tell me whether to buy the car?
We'll give you the honest facts — what we found, what concerns us, what looks solid. The decision is always yours. Our job is to make sure you're making it with accurate information.
Don't sign anything until you know what you're buying.
A pre-purchase inspection is the most informed decision you'll make in the buying process. Every inspection includes a professional digital inspection report with photos, findings, and recommendations. Request an inspection or call us directly — we'll take it from there.
No pressure. No surprises. Honest automotive service from a team that takes pride in every job.