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3,526
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Looking at 1,099 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the outstanding, thorough, and easy-to-use service. Many highlight the staff and inspectors as friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Customer service is frequently noted for providing detailed reports and valuable phone calls with honest feedback, aiding informed purchasing decisions. However, some customers noted concerns regarding report thoroughness and accuracy, citing instances where inspections lacked depth on mechanical issues, provided data without sufficient context, or contained false information like incorrect car models or claims of faults later found non-existent. Additionally, some people were dissatisfied with unhelpful or rude staff interactions.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Experience in Perth I had about inspecting my vehicle. It was seamless process, I handed my keys to them and they inspected my vehicle quickly and everything was fine. They also conversed politel... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Purchasing our son’s first car and so we wanted additional information about the car as it was an older model being purchased privately. Found this service outstanding end to end. - Quick an... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Saving myself from a potential financial crisis. What I thought were minor issues turned out to be something that might cost me more. Wouldn't know without the expert inspection. Thanks a lot!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was my first time buying a vehicle interstate, I don’t have the time or money to travel to inspect it myself. I got their most expensive package as I didn’t want to muck around getting a car I ca... See more


Company details

  1. Vehicle Inspection
  2. Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
  3. Vehicle Examination Office

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Trusted for 15+ years, RedBook Inspect helps Australians buy, ride, and finance safer. Our pre-purchase inspections give you greater confidence when buying used cars, caravans, or motorbikes—even remotely. We contact the seller to schedule, travel to the vehicle for inspection, and deliver a detailed digital report to your inbox. Additional services include rideshare safety checks, roadworthy certificates, finance asset verifications, and more.

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Refund if vehicle sells before inspection

Refund if vehicle sells before inspection
We'll refund or transfer your booking if the vehicle sells before your scheduled pre-purchase inspection.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional and thorough

I didn’t end up purchasing the car and the inspection was a big part of that reason. Very professional, thorough and while he gave me an overall positive impression of the car, there were some issues picked up which meant that I ultimately decided not to purchase anyway

May 22, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very satisfied with the service

I booked a vehicle inspection online. In my comments I requested for it to be done before Fri. It was scheduled and completed as I requested. Received a call from the inspector to let me know the outcomes and a written report was emailed to me soon after. Very satisfied with the service.

May 28, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was easy to organise

It was easy to organise, got the reports within a few hours, and they even called the same afternoon.
Knowing nothing about cars it gave confidence in purchasing the car.

May 27, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Inspector didn’t have correct equipment…

Inspector didn’t have correct equipment to inspect car had a brief visual look and left

May 20, 2026
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Reply from RedBook Inspect

Hi Adam,

Thanks for leaving a review of our lite inspection service.

As our entry level inspection offering the lite inspection may not cover everything that you may be looking for. For this reason we highly encourage all purchasers to view both our sample report and exclusions to ensure it is suitable for purpose.

Regarding the standard inspection equipment, the vehicle that was being inspected was undortunately too low to be jacked up using a standard jack, therefore was unable to be raised without risk of damaging the car.

Regards,

The Redbook Inspect Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would highly recommend the comprehensive RedBook inspection

I would highly recommend the comprehensive inspection by RedBook. We're buying a vehicle interstate, so it's a stressful process. It's our son’s first car, one he has worked hard to buy. Given his situation and age, he needs an affordable reliable car for the next 10 years.
The inspection and the person doing the inspection are highly qualified and thorough with all of the analysis done on the car. Comprehensive videos and numerous photos with any item that maybe of concern as well as a call back to offer inspection details and analysis. Leaving no error for judgment, making the process easy and transparent for the buyers.
The inspector was polite and professional and as a woman, he was easy to talk to about any concerns with the vehicle that I may have. Willing to take the time to explain. Buying an older model car for a young adult is difficult with the high cost of living.
The inspection was definitely worth the money. And we felt confident in pointing out the things that would be negotiated in the final contract of purchase before paying the deposit. Thanks to the inspection.

May 26, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service, so thorough, called us after sending the report, detailed phone call going through everything, took over 120 photos, exceptional service & highly recommend, Suzie & Mark

May 26, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lite inspections

Ordered 2 Lite inspections with Redbook on different cars. Both were comprehensive and gave me the clarity on which one to buy. Easy process

May 14, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot recommend Jason from RedBook Inspect highly enough

I cannot recommend Jason from RedBook Inspect highly enough.

Jason conducted an incredibly thorough pre-purchase inspection and quite honestly saved me from making what could have been a very expensive mistake. On the surface, the vehicle appeared to be in excellent condition, but Jason's expertise, attention to detail, and comprehensive inspection uncovered a number of issues that would likely have resulted in significant servicing and repair costs down the track.

His report was detailed, professional, and easy to understand, but what impressed me most was his ability to identify problems that an average buyer would never have noticed. The insights he provided gave me the confidence to walk away from the purchase and potentially saved me thousands of dollars. Without his inspection, I could have ended up with a vehicle that would have become a financial disaster.

Throughout the process, Jason was professional, honest, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about helping buyers make informed decisions. Rather than simply ticking boxes, he genuinely looked out for my best interests and provided an independent assessment that I could trust.

The inspection fee was worth every cent and ended up being one of the best investments I made during my car search. If you're considering purchasing a used vehicle, do yourself a favour and engage Jason from RedBook Inspect before committing. His expertise and thoroughness could save you from a very costly mistake.

Thank you, Jason, for your exceptional work and for helping me avoid what could have been a major financial headache.

May 22, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

disappointed with Redbook’s negligence

We trusted Redbook's inspection and proceeded with purchasing the car. Unbelievably, just two days later, a standard service at mycar revealed a $1,300 defect: both the transmission and lower engine mounts were faulty and required immediate replacement. Very disappointed with Redbook’s negligence.

If the inspector had been a skilled professional, he should have noticed the issues during the test drive due to the vibration and movements during acceleration and braking—or at least given us a heads-up.

May 22, 2026
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Reply from RedBook Inspect

Hi There,

Thanks for leaving a review of our inspection service.

As we are a mobile service we do advise there are exclusions to the service which are all listed in the terms, with Engine and Trans mounts being one of them.

We advise all buyers should make sure to view the sample reports and the exclusions to ensure it covers everything that you may want checked during inspection.

Regards,

The Redbook Inspect Team.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My advice: If the seller won't allow an RAC inspection, walk away

Only booked them because the dealer said he would not allow an RAC (WA) inspection. Redbook Inspect report identified two minor issues that the dealer addressed. Got an RAC inspection less than a week after purchase that identified two issues that will cost around $1000 total. Dealer told me one of those issues was 'old' and not happening now (how? self-healing?), and advised the Road Safety Act doesn't state that the other issue is not allowed, and the car is fine. So I have to now go back to the RAC and then to Consumer Protection re my rights under the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act or Australian Consumer Law. Stressful, unpleasant, and, in my firm view, could have been avoided with an RAC inspection.

April 20, 2026
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Reply from RedBook Inspect

Hi There,

Thanks for leaving a review.

Are you able to advise the service you had provided as we cannot find any details of your booking?

Regards,

The Redbook Inspect Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pre-purchase Inspection for mechanically challenged female

The inspector assigned by Redbook was very thorough. He was punctual (actually arrived early) and gave his unbiased professional opinion regarding the vehicle’s condition. The dealership also remarked on his professional yet cordial manner. I found the booking system easy to use and the report produced gave me the confidence to move forward with the purchase. I would not hesitate to recommend Redbook for pre-purchase inspections and would certainly use their services again. It’s worth the monetary outlay for peace of mind.

May 22, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First interstate vehicle purchase.

This was my first time buying a vehicle interstate, I don’t have the time or money to travel to inspect it myself. I got their most expensive package as I didn’t want to muck around getting a car I can’t see in person and it was worth every penny, photos and videos of everything, found a missing bash plate under the engine bay and that rear rego lights weren’t working, contacted the dealer and they’re fixing that all up free of charge. Without this service I wouldn’t have spotted those things.

May 20, 2026

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