Car Inspection Services & Pricing in Spain
Choose the right inspection package for your needs. All packages include our independent assessment and honest advice to protect your purchase.
Currently available across the Costa del Sol: Marbella, Estepona, Fuengirola, Málaga, Mijas, Benalmádena.
OUR PACKAGES
Choose Your Car Inspection Package
Select the package that best fits your needs. All inspections are conducted by our certified experts and include a detailed report with clear recommendations.
Basic Pre-Purchase Check
From €149
Best for: Quick peace of mind on local vehicles
Include:
- Visual inspection of bodywork & signs of accident damage
- Basic mechanical checks (engine bay, leaks, belts, hoses)
- Tyres, brakes & suspension (visual)
- Short road test (where possible)
- PDF report within 4 hours or immediate WhatsApp findings.
- Clear advice: buy / negotiate / walk away
Full Technical Inspection
From €199
Best for: Most buyers wanting a thorough check
Includes everything in Basic, plus:
- Diagnostic Plug-In Health Scan
- Deeper mechanical assessment
- Gearbox & clutch behaviour
- Cooling system & warning light checks
- More detailed report with photos
- Short call or WhatsApp voice note to explain findings
Buyer Protection Pack
From €249
Best for: Buyers who want mechanical + legal peace of mind
Includes everything in Full Technical, plus:
- DGT report (debts, finance, embargoes)
- Ownership & transferability check
- Paperwork review (ITV, permiso de circulación, ficha técnica)
- Mileage plausibility check
- Clear legal risk summary
White Glove Purchase Support
From €349
Best for: Expats, remote buyers, higher-value vehicles
Includes everything in Buyer Protection Pack, plus:
- Handling the change of ownership process
- Liaising with seller & gestoría
- Contract of sale guidance
- Guidance and support with ITP tax of change of ownership
- Priority booking
Upgrade Your Inspection
Our Optional Add-Ons
Enhance your inspection with these optional extras.
Long-distance travel (outside core areas)
from €30
Additional charge for inspections outside our standard service areas.
Same-day inspections: no extra fee
from €40
Priority scheduling for inspections needed within 24 hours, subject to availability
Video walkaround for remote buyers
€25
Detailed video tour of the vehicle with commentary for buyers who cannot be present.
Paint depth test (accident detection)
€20
Professional paint thickness measurement to detect hidden body repairs.
Comprehensive Vehicle History Check
€69
Standalone legal check without mechanical inspection.
Advanced Diagnostic & Live Data Report
from €99
Full engine scan + live data review (DPF, EGR, injectors etc.) with clear written summary.
Presence at vehicle handover
Our inspector present during final purchase handover to ensure smooth transaction.
Collection & delivery service
Vehicle collection and delivery service for your convenience.
Professional PDF Report
Detailed PDF report within 4 hours or immediate WhatsApp findings.
All add-ons can be selected during the booking process. Contact us for custom requirements.
Important Notes & Disclaimers
• Inspections are non-invasive and visual. We do not disassemble vehicle components.
• Reports reflect the vehicle’s condition at the time of inspection based on visible and accessible components.
• Comprehensive Vehicle History Check use multiple data sources covering recorded information from Spain and Europe. Results depend on the records available for each vehicle.”
• AutoGuard Spain works solely for the buyer and does not sell vehicles. Our recommendations are impartial and buyer-focused.
• Prices are subject to change and may vary based on vehicle type, location, and specific requirements.
• Advanced diagnostic data depends on the vehicle’s make, model, age and ECU support. This is a non-invasive diagnostic review and does not involve dismantling components or carrying out workshop repairs.
Ready to Book Your Inspection?
Book an independent pre-purchase inspection today and avoid costly mistakes.