Have you ever gone to the doctor for a health checkup? The doctor examines your blood pressure, heart rate, breathing, and other aspects of your health. This is done to confirm the status of your health and whether or not you need specific treatments. A similar procedure can be applied to vehicles, as well.
While we don't monitor our dealers' blood pressure, we provide inspection services to examine the condition of eligible vehicles passing through Big Valley Auto Auction.
In this article, you’ll learn about the inspection services available here at Big Valley Auto Auction, pricing information, the advantages each provides, eligible vehicle types, and the recommended timing for inspection requests.
After reading this article, you’ll have the information needed if you decide to request one of our inspection services for your vehicle.
What Inspection Services Does Big Valley Auto Auction Offer?
Big Valley Auto Auction offers 3 different inspection services for dealers:
- Pre Sale Inspection
- Post Sale Inspection
- Frame Check
Pre Sale Inspection
A Pre Sale Inspection cost depends on the sale price of the vehicle.
PSI (7 Day)
- Sale price between $3,001 - $9,999: $115.00
- Sale price between $10,000 - $29,999: $140.00
- Sale price between $30,000 - $74,999: 200
PSI (14 Day) Only for buyers outside of the RGV
- $350.00
Our PSI includes a frame check and Drivetrain inspection. This inspection service is available for sellers who want to accurately represent their vehicle and avoid arbitration.
Post Sale Inspection
A Post Sale Inspection costs $115.00 and assures a vehicle ran under the correct light when the proper announcements were made. Buyers can request a Post Sale Inspection to assure they’re purchasing a vehicle that passed inspection.
Frame Check
A frame check costs $115.00 for vehicles with a sale price between $3,000 - $74,999. This is a thorough assessment of the structural integrity and condition of a vehicle's frame. This service examines the frame for signs of damage, corrosion, rust, or other structural issues that could compromise the vehicle's safety and performance.
Do All Vehicles Qualify for Big Valley Auto Auction Inspection Services?
As much as we’d like to offer every dealer the benefit of an inspection, there are limits on which types of vehicles qualify. The following vehicle brands / models are not eligible for Big Valley inspection services:
- Jaguar
- Bentley
- Porsche
- Viper
- Lotus
- Lamborghini
- Bugatti
- AMG
- Ferrari
- Aston Martin
- Maserati
- McLaren
- Land Rover
- Rolls Royce
- Electric vehicles
- BMW M Series
- Maybach
- Supercharged or modified vehicles
- Any other exotic vehicles
Please contact Big Valley Auto Auction at 956-461-9000 to check if your vehicle qualifies.
When Should I Request Inspection Services from Big Valley Auto Auction?
If you are a seller in need of a Pre Sale Inspection, you must request it before noon on Wednesday, the day before sale day. Buyers, however, must request a Post Sale Inspection before Big Valley Auto Auction closes on sale day (Thursday) at 5:00 PM.
Frame checks must be requested within 7 days of sale day, with sale day being day 1. For example, if you bought a vehicle on Thursday, November 9th, you have until Wednesday, November 15th at 5:00 PM to request a frame check.
Do I Need to Request Inspection Services From Big Valley Auto Auction?
If you’re someone who doesn’t worry too much about your health, then checking the health of your vehicle may not be a priority to you, either. However, if you are determined to have your health in check, then requesting one of our inspection services could be useful to you.
Whether you’re new to Big Valley Auto Auction, or you’re just not familiar with our services, you can use this article as a guide to help you decide which inspection suits your situation.
If you've decided that Big Valley Auto Auction's inspection services are the best choice for you, click the button below to speak with our dealer registration specialist to get you registered.
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