Pre-Purchase Truck Inspection in Escondido, CA

Buying a truck in Escondido? Get it inspected before you pay. A mechanic inspects the truck where it sits: ECM scan, test drive, 50+ labeled photos and a free VIN report.

Price & lead time in Escondido

Semi Truck & Trailer

Flat price — $499

Report the same business day after the appointment.

Car, Pickup, SUV & RV

Same flat price — $499

The clock starts at the appointment, not the order. The appointment time depends on the seller's availability.

Who inspects your truck

Inspections are done by Sell My Rig inspectors. They don't work for the seller or any dealer.

What we inspect in Escondido

  • Mechanical diagnostic
  • ECM report
  • VIN & accident check
  • 50+ labeled photos
  • 200+ point inspection
  • Mechanic's opinion
  • Same-business-day report
  • Concierge phone line

See a sample inspection report

  • Pass / attention / fail on 200+ points
  • 50+ labeled photos
  • ECM fault codes explained
  • Mechanic's summary and repair estimates

Why buyers in Escondido inspect first

  • Know mechanical faults before you buy
  • Compare engine data
  • Avoid costly repairs after you buy
  • Inspectors sourced near the truck, nationwide

Repairs an inspection can catch

Repairs an inspection can catch

Typical repair cost for these issues

$14,100–$47,000

Costs vary by make, model and shop. The inspection is $499.

What we check

  • Engine
  • Transmission
  • Turbo
  • Emissions / DPF
  • Brakes
  • Tires
  • Frame & rust
  • Body & cab
  • Lights & electrical
  • ECM codes
  • Test drive
  • 50+ photos

Costs vary by make, model and shop.

ZIP codes we cover in Escondido

Every ZIP code in and around Escondido, CA.

Nearby cities

FAQ

Truck inspection questions — Escondido

How much is a truck inspection in Escondido, CA?

Every Sell My Rig inspection is $499 flat, for any truck, trailer, RV, car or piece of equipment. A VIN history report (accidents, title, owners, liens, recalls) is included free. Inspections are done by Sell My Rig inspectors. They don't work for the seller or any dealer.

How fast can you inspect a truck in Escondido?

Report the same business day after the appointment. The clock starts at the appointment, not the order. The appointment time depends on the seller's availability.

What does the Escondido inspection report include?

Pass, attention or fail on 200+ points, 50+ labeled photos, ECM fault codes explained in plain words, and a mechanic's summary with repair estimates.

Do I need to be in Escondido for the inspection?

No. Most buyers are in another city or state. A local inspector meets the truck in Escondido, and you get the full report by email and phone before you pay.

Can the seller set up the inspection time?

Yes. You book and pay, and we call the seller in Escondido to set the time and place. The report goes only to you.

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