First-Car Starter Check for little money.
The smart entry-level inspection for affordable used cars. A compact standard check on-site — affordable, honest, no frills.
Why even a cheap used car deserves a check.
Avoid the €800 mistake.
With cheap used cars, the margin between a bargain and a banger is thin. In 60 minutes, our check tells you which side you're on.
Fast, compact, on-site.
We focus on the critical points: looks, visual engine check, quick OBD scan, test-drive check. No frills, no surcharge.
Fixed price. No haggling needed.
One clear price for the whole check — whatever the brand, whatever the model. Optimised for vehicles up to around €8,000.
A basic assessment in 3 steps.
Tell us the vehicle
Send us the listing link and location of the used car you have your eye on. We'll handle the rest.
Inspector heads out
Our appraiser drives out to the vehicle, runs the quick OBD scan and documents its condition.
Get the compact report
Within 24 hours you receive a clear basic report with photos and an overall impression.
The essentials — no more, no less.
Main visual inspection
Bodywork, interior, tyres and panel gaps under review: visible accident traces, rust spots, signs of wear and obvious prior damage are documented and captured in photos.
Visual engine check
Engine bay checked for leaks, loose parts and anything unusual. No in-depth diagnostics — but we spot the typical warning signs of cheap used cars right away.
Quick OBD scan
A single read of the fault memory: active warning lights and acute fault codes are recorded.
Test-drive check
Short test drive: starting behaviour, smooth running, brakes and gearbox checked for any obvious issues.
One price. Made exactly for cheap used cars.
First-Car Starter Check
Compact standard check on-site — ideal for used cars up to around €5,000.
- Main visual inspection (inside/outside)
- Visual engine check in the engine bay
- Quick OBD scan (fault memory)
- Short test-drive check
- Digital compact report with photos
- Report by email within 24 hours
- Expert phone consultation
- Enough for an honest buying decision on a small budget.
Need more depth (paint measurement, market value, a detailed report)? Then take a look at the Car Check.
Frequently asked about the Starter Check.
The Starter Check is deliberately leaner: no paint-thickness measurement, no market-value analysis, no detailed long report. In return it's considerably cheaper and a precise fit for vehicles in the low price segment, where a full check makes no economic sense.
Cheap, but safe — start your First-Car Starter Check.
A small fixed price for the good feeling of not having backed the wrong car. We coordinate everything with the seller.