Brisbane launch market
Mobile pre-purchase car inspection
When the seller won't bring the car to our inspection centre, Auto Assure's licensed mechanic comes to the car — anywhere across greater Brisbane. Same 104-point check, same photo-backed PDF report, with one honest caveat: a few hoist-dependent items are limited compared to an inspection at our Hendra inspection centre.
When mobile makes sense
For most car purchases, a drop-off at our inspection centre is the right call. These are the situations where mobile is the better fit.
Private seller won’t release the car
Some private sellers won’t hand the keys over so the car can be dropped at our inspection centre. A mobile inspection meets them where the car is — driveway, kerb, parking lot.
Dealership won’t let the car leave the lot
Most dealerships allow third-party inspections on-site but won’t release the car. A mobile mechanic comes to them, runs the inspection in their bay or yard.
You’re short on time before the deal closes
The seller has another buyer lined up tomorrow. A mobile inspection can usually happen sooner than a drop-off at our inspection centre — you decide before you lose the car.
The car is far from our inspection centre
A car parked in an outer suburb can be a long drive from our Hendra inspection centre. Mobile is the practical choice when distance makes a drop-off impractical.
Mobile is not identical to our inspection centre
We'd rather call out the limits than oversell the convenience. Read the four constraints below before you book mobile over a drop-off at our inspection centre.
What's limited with mobile
Underbody hoist checks
Without a hoist, undercarriage inspection is limited to what a mechanic can see lying on the ground or with a torch. Subframe corrosion, mount wear, and exhaust mid-pipe condition all benefit from a hoist.
Dyno or load testing
Mobile inspections include a normal road test but no dyno time. For high-performance vehicles where engine output verification matters, an in-shop inspection is the better choice.
Tyre off / brake disc removal
Some checks (e.g. inner brake-pad measurement, full hub condition) require pulling a wheel. Mobile inspections cover what’s visible without disassembly.
Weather dependence
A mobile inspection in heavy rain is harder than the same check in a covered workshop bay. The mechanic will reschedule rather than rush a check they can’t do properly.
At our inspection centre vs mobile, side by side
Same scope on the items that matter to most buyers. Hoist-dependent items are the real difference.
| Feature | At our inspection centre | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Same 104-point scope | ||
| Photo-backed PDF report | ||
| Pass / fail / advisory verdicts | ||
| Hoist-based underbody check | Limited | |
| Dyno or load testing | No | |
| Wheel-off brake measurements | No | |
| Inspector travels to seller | ||
| Best when seller won’t release car | ||
| Flat price | $199 | $199 |
See the full pricing breakdown on the pricing page.
Coverage — greater Brisbane only
Auto Assure is launching mobile inspections across greater Brisbane in 2026. That covers Hendra, Newstead, Moorooka, South Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, Redcliffe, and surrounding suburbs — anywhere a licensed Auto Assure mechanic can reach within standard travel time. Outside this area, a drop-off at our Hendra inspection centre is the path forward.
Other cities — launching next
How a mobile inspection works
Three steps. Same delivery time as an inspection at our inspection centre.
- 1
Book and pin the location
Choose a mobile inspection, then add the address where the car is parked — anywhere across greater Brisbane. Flat $199, shown before you book.
- 2
Mechanic arrives on time
A licensed Auto Assure mechanic arrives at the agreed time with portable diagnostic tools and a digital checklist.
- 3
Report within 24 hours
Same PDF report as an inspection at our inspection centre — sections, photos, mechanic notes, verdicts. Often same-day for inspections completed before noon.
Same report, mobile or at our inspection centre
See the PDF report you'll receive after the inspection — mobile or at our inspection centre, the format is identical.
Mobile inspection FAQ
For broader questions about Auto Assure and the inspection process, see the full FAQ.
Where can the Auto Assure mobile inspector come?+
Anywhere in greater Brisbane during our launch. Inspector travels to the seller — private home, dealership, parking lot, anywhere safe and legal to inspect a car.
Is a mobile inspection as thorough as one at your inspection centre?+
Almost — but not identical. The same 104-point check runs both ways. The difference is hoist-dependent items: full underbody, subframe, and structural checks are limited without a hoist. For most everyday cars, mobile covers 90%+ of what matters.
Does a mobile inspection cost more?+
No. Every Auto Assure inspection is a flat $199 — mobile or at our Hendra inspection centre, any vehicle. There’s no travel surcharge.
What if the seller cancels at the last minute?+
If the seller no-shows, we reschedule your inspection at no extra cost. The inspector’s travel risk doesn’t fall on you.
Which cities offer mobile inspections?+
Brisbane only during our 2026 launch. Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Perth, and Adelaide are next on the roadmap.
Book a mobile inspection in Brisbane
Book a time. Our mechanic arrives at the seller, runs the check, sends the report.