The PETROL FERRARI Looked Right, But the History Mattered

The buyer's story

Why they booked

The PETROL FERRARI looked like the right car for Andy R. needs. It was comfortable, practical, and suitable for commuting and motorway driving.

But Andy R. knew that used PETROL cars need proper maintenance. They wanted to understand whether the vehicle had signs of neglect, leaks, warning lights, emissions-related concerns, poor servicing, or wear that could become expensive later.

Before buying, Andy R. booked a Standard inspection.

Booking reason

They booked because the car looked right, but the buyer wanted confidence that the fuel system and maintenance history had not been neglected.

Independent assessment

Inspection findings

Prior to carrying out a road test under bonnet fluid levels were checked and found to be correct, at this point the vehicle was started with no permanent warning lights displayed on the driver’s information panel, with the vehicle started readily from cold.

The road test was carried out at speeds of up to 70mph, in mixed road and traffic conditions.

During the road test the pay attention to the performance of the engine and transmission with the engine and transmission performance be considered in line with a similar vehicle the same make and model the similar mileage.

Throughout the course of the road test the vehicle handled and performed in a good manner, steered the chosen path of travel correctly and was free from any abnormal noise or vibration.

During the road test there was no evidence of any excessive smoke from the exhaust, undue audible noises from the transmission and no evidence of overheating.

With final checks revealing no evidence of coolant leaks in and around the engine bay, or evidence of major oil leakage around the engine bay and or on the underside of the vehicle.

Overall conclusion vehicle is in good condition for the age and mileage. With several advisories to rectify. ⚠️⚠️⚠️

Vehicle aesthetic is good for the age.

Vehicle interior is in good condition.

Full service history.

Advised call previous service provider to see if the vehicle has any records.

Prior to purchase, consideration must be given to the collective cost involved in the rectification of the desirable items listed within the report.These items should be reflected in the purchase price of the vehicle or rectified before purchase.

See my attached audio feedback.

Please call me back once you have reviewed all report in detail.

No major reason to reject the vehicle.

Expect vehicle may have previous insurance bodywork repairs carried such or end of lease resprays for improvements or seller improvements work which is not checked on this inspection package.

Recommendation always obtain appropriate extended warranty for your car.

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Prior to carrying out a road test under bonnet fluid levels were checked and found to be correct, at this point the vehicle was started with no permanent warning lights displayed on the driver’s information panel, with the vehicle started readily from cold.

The road test was carried out at speeds of up to 70mph, in mixed road and traffic conditions.

During the road test the pay attention to the performance of the engine and transmission with the engine and transmission performance be considered in line with a similar vehicle the same make and model the similar mileage.

Throughout the course of the road test the vehicle handled and performed in a good manner, steered the chosen path of travel correctly and was free from any abnormal noise or vibration.

During the road test there was no evidence of any excessive smoke from the exhaust, undue audible noises from the transmission and no evidence of overheating.

With final checks revealing no evidence of coolant leaks in and around the engine bay, or evidence of major oil leakage around the engine bay and or on the underside of the vehicle.

Overall conclusion vehicle is in good condition for the age and mileage. With several advisories to rectify. ⚠️⚠️⚠️

Vehicle aesthetic is good for the age.

Vehicle interior is in good condition.

Full service history.

Advised call previous service provider to see if the vehicle has any records.

Prior to purchase, consideration must be given to the collective cost involved in the rectification of the desirable items listed within the report.These items should be reflected in the purchase price of the vehicle or rectified before purchase.

See my attached audio feedback.

Please call me back once you have reviewed all report in detail.

No major reason to reject the vehicle.

Expect vehicle may have previous insurance bodywork repairs carried such or end of lease resprays for improvements or seller improvements work which is not checked on this inspection package.

Recommendation always obtain appropriate extended warranty for your car.

Condition and costs

Poor findings and repair costs

Poor condition findings

Plug-in diagnostic £280

Central electronics system

B1058 Horn relay command - circuit short to ground or open - active

Engine compartment £4000

Engine external leaks

At the back of the engine both side. Right side more affected. Its not yet a significant nature but requires repairs any time. Might need engine removal

After the inspection

The customer experience

Outcome

The inspection helped Andy R. decide whether the PETROL FERRARI was a good long-term choice or a car with too much risk.

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