Cant Find Shop For Pre Purchase Inspection (3 Viewers)

[jpmwv]

I am about to pull the trigger on a 2013 LC with 130k miles located in Memphis at a dealer. I am having trouble finding someone in the area to do a PPI. If I cannot find anyone would you guys suggest buying without a PPI or are there specific items I can ask the dealer to inspect and base the decision on the results of their inhouse mechanic?

Thanks!

 

[Heckraiser]

Toyota dealer?

If so, I would ask them to put it up on the lift and take 15-20 pictures of the undercarriage (most importantly, the KDSS valve screws). I would hear out what their mechanic says, but take it with a grain of salt. Even this is a bit risky, as not all dealerships are created equal. If it's not a Toyota dealer, that's a no-go.

Ideally, you should either fly out and check it out yourself, get an independent PPI, or at least have a local mudder check it out for you (in exchange for a few buck or choice beverages).

 

[jpmwv]

Toyota dealer?

If so, I would ask them to put it up on the lift and take 15-20 pictures of the undercarriage (most importantly, the KDSS valve screws). I would hear out what their mechanic says, but take it with a grain of salt. Even this is a bit risky, as not all dealerships are created equal. If it's not a Toyota dealer, that's a no-go.

Ideally, you should either fly out and check it out yourself, get an independent PPI, or at least have a local mudder check it out for you (in exchange for a few buck or choice beverages).

Appreciate the advice. I am trying to find all the above but no luck yet today.

 

[DallasTide]

This thread might be helpful

Thread 'Memphis Area Mechanics? Who do you use??'

Mar 14, 2018

Just curious who y'all use that's not a "Stealer?"

• Sowbug2000
• Replies: 17
• Forum: 100-Series Cruisers

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[jpmwv]

This thread might be helpful

Thread 'Memphis Area Mechanics? Who do you use??'

Mar 14, 2018

Just curious who y'all use that's not a "Stealer?"

• Sowbug2000
• Replies: 17
• Forum: 100-Series Cruisers

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Thank you. I should have said that I have contacted folks in that thread and no luck