Brisbane — launching 2026
Used Car Inspections in Brisbane
AAPPI connects used-car buyers with approved inspection workshops in Brisbane. Book online, get a licensed mechanic inspection, and receive a photo-backed PDF report before you buy.
Why book through AAPPI
AAPPI is not a mechanic directory. Every workshop on the platform is approved before taking bookings — and the price you see is the price you pay.
Approved workshops only
Every workshop on AAPPI is trade-licence verified, insurance checked, and report-quality reviewed before accepting bookings. You are not picking from an unmoderated directory.
Price confirmed before you commit
Each workshop's inspection price is shown upfront on their AAPPI page. You see the exact cost before entering any card details. No surprise invoices after the car is booked in.
Photo evidence on every flagged item
The inspector photographs every item that is flagged during the check. The report lands with you as a PDF — photos, section-by-section findings, and a clear overall verdict.
Digital report, not a handwritten sheet
AAPPI uses a standardised 200+ point digital checklist. Every report follows the same format, every time. Easy to read, easy to share with the seller or use in a negotiation.
How a used car inspection works
Three steps from finding the car to receiving your report.
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Find an approved Brisbane workshop
Search by the suburb where the car is located. Filter by availability. Compare prices across workshops.
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Book and pay securely online
Enter the car details, pick a time, and pay through AAPPI. The final price is shown before you confirm — no hidden costs.
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Receive your PDF inspection report
A licensed mechanic completes the 200+ point inspection. Your photo-backed PDF report is emailed within 1–3 business days.
What the inspection covers
Every AAPPI inspection uses the same 200+ point digital checklist. No shortcuts, no abbreviated reports.
Full checklist breakdown on the pre-purchase inspection checklist page.
The report you receive
Every AAPPI inspection ends with a photo-backed PDF report. Section-by-section findings, photos on every flagged item, mechanic notes, and a clear overall verdict — Recommended, Conditional, or Not Recommended. The report is yours to keep, share with the seller, or use in price negotiations.
Guide pricing for Brisbane inspections
Standard used car inspections in Brisbane start from $199. Mobile inspections (mechanic travels to the car) start from $199. Each workshop on AAPPI sets and displays its own prices — the final price you see on a workshop's profile page is what you pay. No hidden fees.
Brisbane workshop coverage
AAPPI is launching in Brisbane in 2026 with an initial group of approved partner workshops, expanding as more workshops join the platform. Coverage is growing — browse live workshops to see who is available near the car you want inspected.
Current approved workshops
One current approved workshop in Hendra, servicing the north-east Brisbane area. More workshops are being onboarded — new coverage areas are added as workshops complete the AAPPI approval process.
Browse all approved workshopsUsed car inspection FAQ
Common questions from Brisbane used-car buyers.
What is a used car inspection and do I need one?+
A used car inspection (also called a pre-purchase inspection) is a 200+ point mechanical check by a licensed mechanic, performed on a used car before you buy it. The mechanic assesses engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, electrical, body, interior, and road tests the car, then delivers a photo-backed PDF report with a clear verdict. If the car has hidden problems, the inspection finds them — before your money changes hands.
What does AAPPI actually do?+
AAPPI is a marketplace that connects used-car buyers in Brisbane with approved inspection workshops. You find a workshop near where the car is, book and pay online through AAPPI, and receive a standardised photo-backed PDF report from a licensed mechanic. AAPPI handles the booking, payment, and quality standards — the workshop performs the inspection.
How much does a used car inspection cost in Brisbane?+
A standard used car inspection in Brisbane starts from $199. Mobile inspections (where the mechanic comes to the car's location) start from $199. Each workshop on AAPPI shows its exact pricing on its profile page before you book. Final price depends on the workshop you choose and the vehicle type.
Can AAPPI inspect a car from a private seller?+
Yes. Most AAPPI bookings in Brisbane are for private-sale cars from Facebook Marketplace, Carsales, and Gumtree. You can either ask the seller to take the car to an approved Brisbane workshop, or book a mobile inspection where the mechanic travels to the seller.
Can AAPPI inspect a car at a dealership?+
Yes. Most Brisbane dealerships will allow a third-party inspector on-site or will release the car to an approved workshop. If the dealer refuses a pre-purchase inspection, treat that as a significant red flag.
How long does it take to get the report?+
The on-site inspection takes 60–90 minutes. The PDF report is typically delivered the same day for morning inspections, or within 1–3 business days for all bookings.
What if the report shows problems?+
You have three options: walk away from the car, use the findings to negotiate the price down by the estimated repair cost, or ask the seller to fix the items before purchase. The report is yours — the choice is always yours.
More detail on the pre-purchase car inspection Brisbane page.
Run a Brisbane workshop?
AAPPI is onboarding approved Brisbane partner workshops — pre-paid bookings, digital checklist, no admin overhead.
Book a used car inspection in Brisbane before you buy
Find an approved workshop near the car. See the price before you commit. Receive your photo-backed PDF report.