Carl did an incredible job checking out a Toyota C-HR for me. Managed to slip me into his very busy schedule and the inspection itself was incredibly thorough even down to the key fob! (caught that the 2nd one wasn’t working).Excellent value for the mechanical/hybrid inspection which absolutely blew me away with the detailed assessment, reports, videos and even a few ownership tips for the vehicle. Cant recommend enough, now we can have complete peace of mind when we pick it up. Thanks Carl.

Prompt service. Picked up a couple of issues that saved us money and hassle when we recently purchased a 2nd hand hybrid. Would definitely use this service again.Gavin

Carl is awesome! Super detailed and in-depth reports and goes above and beyond. Thanks so much for all your help Carl. Would highly recommend to anyone needing a PPI.

I was recommended to approach Carl / Incar Automotive for pre-purchase inspection for Nissan Note Hybrid.Long story short, I was almost had a heart attack (in the most positive way!) with the amount of detail and thorough inspection reports from Carl. Equally, I would highly praise my car dealer (Ichinnen motors) who recommended Carl to me. That's a true testimony that they are fully confident with the quality of their cars, so let me test it with Carl. Unless you already know any other trusted pre-inspection specialists, ask Carl. Or if your car dealer does not want Carl to inspect their cars, you may think twice why.

Very good pre-purchase inspection with lots of photos and detailed reports for my hybrid car. Great service!

I arranged a pre purchase inspection with Carl for a Toyota Yaris Hybrid I was looking at purchasing. Carl gave me a very detailed analysis of the vehicle so I could confidently make an informed decision. I would highly recommend Incar Automotive

Excellent service from start to finish. The inspection was thorough, straightforward, and completed with a very quick turnaround. Communication was clear and easy throughout, and the report was delivered on time despite the short notice.I would highly recommend this service to anyone buying a vehicle, especially a hybrid. Professional, knowledgeable, and easy to deal with.

I used Incar for a pre-purchase inspection of Prius plugin hybrid. Because the plugin has a bigger battery I needed to be confident that it was in good condition. Carl provided a comprehensive report on the condition on the battery and the rest of the car, including a really good summary so that I was able to make a decision to go ahead based on facts and good knowledge of hybrids.

Carl recently did a pre-purchase inspection for an EV we were looking to buy. I was thoroughly impressed with the level of detail he provided. I have never seen any inspection as thorough as that. It was so nice to get all those insights which ultimately helped us to make an informed decision! Highly recommended!

Excellent, thorough pre purchase testing for a hybrid car. Every testing result and data was sent through, he was available to help me easily understand them. He was very approachable and was willing to help and give recommendations. Highly recommended

If you're purchasing a second hand Tesla, get Carl in to take a look. I was blown away with a tech Carl used, the amount of information and care shown in providing a report to give you peace of mind and ultimately be able to make the right decision.It isn't a cost, it is an investment getting Carl involved !

I have used their services to have a pre-purchase inspection for a Toyota Sai 2012 Hybrid car I was intending to purchase. Carl went over and beyond, he was able to secure an inspection time on the same day went there, and had everything done even before I transfer his fees. the report sent was so professional and detailed, and helped me in making the purchase decision on the spot. I would recommend their services especially when it comes to hybrid and EV cars.

Outstanding service from Carl who provided an incredibly detailed report on a hybrid vehicle. Carl does what he says he will do! Thank you for such a comprehensive check and honest, straightforward advice.

I was considering buying a Prius from out of town so asked Carl to inspect it on my behalf. Both the inspection and reports were comprehensive and detailed. The information I was provided was really helpful and cemented my decision to buy the car. Cannot recommend InCar Automotive highly enough!

We were very impressed with Carl at Incar Automotive. We booked a pre-purchase inspection for a PHEV while living out of town, and Carl truly acted as our eyes and ears on the ground. Because it was a plug-in hybrid, we wanted to be 100% sure the high-voltage battery pack was healthy and had good life left. Carl went to the dealership and performed a comprehensive assessment of the vehicle—including a full diagnostic on the hybrid system—providing excellent photos, videos, and reports. His thoroughness gave us the exact reassurance we needed to proceed with the purchase. We would highly recommend anyone thinking about buying a car—whether you are in Auckland or not—to contact Carl at Incar Automotive. For any future vehicle purchases, we will absolutely be using Carl to check it out for us first!

Great service on the pre-purchase inspection on a petrol car, extremely thorough. Thanks! Gave me peace of mind and picked up some important issues to go back to the dealer with to get sorted before purchasing. Would definitely use again and highly recommend.

Carl from Incar Automotive was absolutely amazing throughout my EV buying process. I booked him for a pre-purchase inspection on a Nissan Leaf I was looking at, and he went above and beyond from the very beginning. Even before the inspection, he was incredibly upfront, honest, and generous with his advice. I sent him so many LeafSpy reports while searching, and he always took the time to explain things clearly and help me understand what to look out for.Thanks to Carl, I ended up finding the perfect Nissan Leaf with an amazing battery condition. His responses were always quick, and I never felt rushed or brushed off despite all my questions. If you're looking at buying an EV and want someone knowledgeable, trustworthy, and genuinely helpful, I highly recommend Carl and Incar Automotive.

Incredibly detailed report and very punctual service with great comm’s. Gave me confidence to buy a car I couldn’t view and knew not much about re: battery health. 100% recommend.

This was our second time using Carl to check out a hybrid car for us. We picked the hybrid car inspection with the mechanical inspection option and he managed to fit us in within a couple days of booking.InCar’s level of inspection is incredibly thorough, honestly going into so much detail that it can be overwhelming to try take it all in, but the report that comes along with it is concise, clear, and told us exactly what to ask for, what to monitor, and what to do.We had never owned hybrids before, so getting super-detailed checks made us feel more informed about what we were buying. We’ll be using Carl for all our pre purchase inspections going forward, he gave us real peace of mind as well as photo, video, and report evidence of what the car is actually like.Brilliant business, I recommend him to anyone in the market for a used car.

Thank you very much to Carl for the thorough inspection of our car. This is our first time purchasing a Japanese imported used vehicle, and your report has made us feel very confident and reassured about the purchase. If we need such services in the future, we will definitely choose Carl again.

Pre-purchase inspection of EV. Easy comms, prompt engagement with my request and flexible with dates after unplanned delay. Comprehensive check completed with videos and pictures and heaps of detail. Really appreciated phone call to alert me to a couple of issues. Highly recommended and I'll definitely use for next purchase. Cheers

High level testing and excellent communication.Saved me buying a sub par hybrid due to Hybrid battery issue. Car was quite new so worth checking.If I had one comment it would be that it’s a bit tricky digging through all the info once testing has been done. Too many links for my personal liking.Saying this I would 100% use this company again.

Carl helped me with a Pre-Purchase inspection on a Hybrid vehicle I purchased. He was very efficient and Informative. Great help!

I've used Carl services once for my car. 6 YEARS AGO.purchased a used car that still running perfectly after putting 80k km. Thanks Carl!

Pre-purchase inspection (EV). Highly recommend Carl. His pre-purchase inspection was timely and extremely thorough. State of Health check on the battery, and Carl's in depth, but clear to understand Inspection gave me confidence in making my purchase. Thanks, Carl!

Extremely thorough and professional. Has only the best interest of his clients in mind. Would recommend him to anybody looking for a pre purchase inspection and will use him again in the future.

I needed a pre purchase check on a Hybrid that another business couldn't do and Carl at Incar did the most in depth check and the reports that came back were detailed, and professional.Given Carl was really booked up i really appreciated his flexibility to help me out so quickly

Really thorough and knowledgeable. High in demand but worth booking for your pre-purchase inspection

Great service and fast turn around Carl sorted us out on the day of the booking

Cannot recommend Carl at incar enough. He conducted a pre-purchase inspection for a used Kia petrol vehicle we were looking at. Whilst he was extremely busy he managed to fit us in quickly and then the report we received was incredibly thorough - full reports and photos. He works independently so you know you are getting a very independent view Having used the a a before who were very average cannot recommend Carl highly enough for a pre-purchase inspection.

I asked chatgpt to recommend me the best pre purchase inspection company and In Car Automotive was the result.Carl inspected my Lexus SUV hybrid.. he was thorough and quick to communicate. Did not disappoint, his service is great and straightforward. Look no further Highly recommend. Thanks

I had a pre-purchase inspection done on a hybrid Toyota Corolla. The report was very detailed with lots of photos, which I really appreciated. It picked up on several things I hadn't noticed myself, including stone chips, underside damage, panel repaints, and some other minor issues.The inspection gave me the confidence to make an informed decision. Professional service and thorough work, would definitely recommend Incar Automotive for pre-purchase checks, especially on hybrids.

The most thorough inspection service in Auckland. Forget AA they miss obvious things (speaking from experience and recent pain.)I highly recommend Incar for quick, excellent and highly technical service. The level of detail is insanely useful.Any car I'll buy I'll use Incar.The fact a list of car dealers have banned access, should speak to how good this service is.

I had Carl do pre‑purchase inspections on two different Lexus hybrid cars, and honestly, he was amazing. It was a big purchase for me, so I wanted to be 100% sure before committing.Carl works completely for the buyer, so I didn’t have to coordinate anything with the sellers. His inspections were insanely detailed — I genuinely didn’t expect to wake up to nearly 10 emails at 3am filled with photos, videos, and clear explanations. I have basically zero car knowledge, but his summaries and visuals made everything easy to understand and helped me confidently decide which car to buy.Choosing Incar Automotive for my pre‑purchase inspections was the best decision I made. Highly recommend.

Absolutely amazing! We had a pre purchase inspection done on an EV Polestar and it was worth every cent we paid. Very detailed report covering more than we expected, exceptional service, able to talk to Carl to clarify the significance of the results and any issues we needed to be aware of. Best pre inspection we have ever had and gave us confidence in our purchase; particularly as this was our first EV. From our experience it was the best money we spent prior to buying a vehicle and everything exceeded our expectations. Would not hesitate in recommending Incar Automotive.

Carl recently inspected a Plug-in Hybrid for me. I was really impressed with the detail of his report – great to have peace of mind and clarity before buying

I recently used Incar Automotive for a I recently used Incar Automotive for a pre-purchase inspection for a Hybrid system and was beyond impressed with the service. Even from the start, the communication was incredible—he was replying to my messages and answering questions as late as 9 pm, which I really didn't expect but greatly appreciated.On the day of the inspection, it was drizzling, but he went above and beyond to accommodate the request and finished the task without rescheduling. Despite the poor weather, he didn't rush or cut corners to finish quickly. He was incredibly thorough, checking every detail of the car with total professionalism.What stood out most was how helpful he was after the inspection. He took the time to answer all my questions, explained the symptoms of the test results clearly, and told me exactly what I should look out for and what wasn't a cause for concern. He even gave me several great suggestions on how to maintain the car and take care of it in the long run.If you need a PPI, I can't recommend Incar Automotive enough. You get an honest, detailed, and high-quality assessment from someone who clearly cares about their customers. Truly top-tier service!

Pre-purchase inspection of the battery on a hybrid vehicle. Very thorough and gave me the information I needed to make an informed decision.

Fantastic service by Carl. He made some time to do an urgent last minute Pre-Purchas Inspection on our Suzuki Ignis while we were in Auckland. His reports are through and detailed. Here's the kicker, he even did an urgent fix for me late in the evening on the brake rotors while I was about to drive down to Christchurch. Thanks for that Carl.Cannot recommend him enough. Will definitely use him again if we buy a car from Auckland again.

Peace of mind when we purchase with Carls reports. He is efficient, detailed, honest and helpful. We have had three reports with him and all have been invaluable.

I recently purchased a used EV. Carl from Incar provided fantastic advice that enabled me to avoid risky options. He then did a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection of the excellent car I purchased, giving me confidence in my choice. I thoroughly recommend Carl's professionalism and expertise when buying an electric car.

Very thorough and efficient

Highly recommend to anyone needing a reliable vehicle check.I am extremely impressed with the professionalism and thoroughness of the service. The inspection was very detailed and gave me real confidence in my buying decision.

Worth every cent. Carl is straight up, tells it how it is and will make sure you get what you need without the BS. Will definitely use his services again.

I recently had Tesla Model 3 inspected by Incar Automotive and I’m very happy with the service. He was professional, honest, and took the time to thoroughly check the vehicle, including the battery health and overall condition.He explained the results clearly and helped me understand the current state of the car before purchasing. Their knowledge about electric vehicles was very helpful and gave me confidence in my decision.I would definitely recommend this mechanic to anyone needing a vehicle inspection or EV check. Great service and very trustworthy.

Fast and thorough pre-purchase inspection for a hybrid vehicle. Gave me all the information I needed to know about the car.

Carl did a fantastic job!He helped us with 2 pre-purchase inspections on a plug-in hybrid car. The first one he caught an issue that we weren't able to see and prevented us from having to deal with that!And the second passed with flying colors and ended up being our actual purchase. Thanks again, would recommend!

The service with incar automotive is fantastic, a true professional, with a ton of diagnostic tools, he provides the customer with a full breakdown of you potential new vehicle this is invaluable and gives you peace of mind

Carl was great, managed to fit in an inspection at short notice when we were time pressured. Extremely thorough inspection and clear report, would definitely use his services again

Great help with getting the SOH check done on our EV. Happy to recommend

Carl was incredibly helpful, getting a pre-purchase inspection done for the Honda Fit Hybrid I wanted, despite being fully booked. I received a very thorough report with a ton of photos. Thanks, Carl!

Was recommended Carl at Incar Automotive Ltd to do a pre-purchase inspection on a hybrid car. Was told he's in demand and may have to wait. Well, it was definitely worth it! Received a very detailed report, and we bought the car with confidence. Can't recommend him highly enough. Thanks Carl

Carl is amazing! For someone who doesn’t have much knowledge on cars in general and is investing in buying a used car is a worrying situation for me. After researching who does pre-purchase inspection, I luckily landed on Incar Automotive. Reading the reviews and knowing Carl has a whole section on his website of banned locations got me feeling like he can be truly trusted with the inspection and knowing I won’t be purchasing a lemon. He has options from petrol, diesel, EV and hybrid cars available in his services. I am beyond grateful for Carl’s services, from sending him an email regarding my booking and sending him a text message with confirmation. Once the pre-purchase inspection on the petrol car was completed I received images of things I personally missed when I went for a test drive, had a full report on the car itself and conclusion of what I need to be aware of to fully understand the full scope of the inspection. I highly recommend Carl without a doubt if you are seeking for a pre-purchase inspection and having full faith that you won’t be screwed for investing in your next car purchase. I’ve attached some images that Carl took for the car I requested for pre-purchase inspection and the details I missed which I’m glade Carl found for my knowledge.

Carl did a pre purchase inspection on an EV for me. Fair price and a very thorough report. I'll be using him again in the future.

Carl did a very thorough pre-purchase inspection and report for me on a Tesla Model 3. I could buy with confidence knowing the battery and all the key systems are working as they should. Thank you.

I was eyeing a Lexus hybrid. It would cost me quite a lot (for me at least) so I was super careful. No upfront deposit, only until I got a pre-purchase inspection from Carl. His detailed reports were full of images, videos and information (if you are nerd enough to understand), also including a conclusion about the car. I especially care most about its hybrid battery. I really trust Carl's report on hybrid battery because it shows multiple information about the battery such as diff voltage between cells and internal cell resistant. Everything turned out great and I'll be getting the car, knowing it is a good buy. So totally recommended and would use him another time. Oh, forgot to mention, I used his service before on a Camry hybrid. He stopped the inspection after finding out that the car has a bad hybrid battery and would cost me a lot downstream. That also save me from paying for further inspection. This shows his integrity which is rare these days. Remember folks, post-purchase inspection is a bad idea, pre-purchase inspection is a good idea and pre-purchase inspection by Incarautomotive is the best idea. This is the way!

Carl conducted a PPI for a Mazda CX-8 Petrol (Japan Import) that I was looking to purchase. I chose Carl largely based on the highly positive reviews on Google and other social media, and I was not disappointed. Carl was every bit as thorough as I had expected, and provided significant peace of mind in continuing with the purchase.

Great, detailed. Thank you.

Carl completed a pre-purchase inspection on a hybrid Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross for me with amazing speed and efficiency. He produced a very thorough report with all data and images recorded. I highly recommend his services.

I have used this excellent pre-purchase service for many years for a range of hybrid and petrol-only cars. I have relied completely on the comprehensive reports and photos produced. There has not been one shoddy report or poor recommendation made. I highly recommend this service.

Carl really does a great job. I spent a lot of money on a import and was worried about the condition. Carl's inspection was so detailed I knew I had the right car. Brennan McCarthy

This was an extremely indepth pre purchase inspection report on a Camry Hybrid. Costs a little bit more than an average inspection but obviously reports such as this take a lot more time. I came away confident in my purchase. Money well spent. Many thanks.

Very punctual, detailed report and accurate advice.

Very detailed comprehensive report, quick service, well worth it.

Amazing service! I can honestly say this has been the best pre-purchase inspection I have ever had. Extremely thorough and detailed, every angle, every system covered. 100% confidence to buy the car from a distance without seeing it because Carl's done it for me! If you need an inspection done on an EV in particular then Carl's your man.

I found Incar Automotive online, and they were also recommended by a friend who owns a garage. I booked them to carry out a full inspection on a second-hand 2017 Lexus hybrid at the dealer’s premises. They spent hours checking every detail—literally turning the car inside out—and delivered a comprehensive report overnight. I was truly amazed by their thoroughness, attention to detail, and high level of professionalism. They provided expertise far beyond my own knowledge and resolved my biggest concerns regarding the mechanical condition and hybrid battery health before I made the purchase. Highly recommended. Connie

Can't recommend them enough. You'll get an extremely detailed report from a knowledgable team. So impressed. Thanks Carl!

Had a pre purchase inspection done with Incar. The level of detail, quality of report, and the testing that was done exceeded our expectations and made us feel so reassured and confident in our purchase. Would definitely recommend using him for peace of mind when looking at purchasing a new car.

I asked for a Pre Purchase Inspection on a Corolla Hybrid that I was interested in purchasing. I received a very comprehensive report that helped me confirm the purchase. Highly recommended.

Thanks Incar for the hybrid pre-purchase inspection. The inspection was incredibly thorough and allowed me to buy with confidence knowing the battery and mechanical health. Appreciated that Carl is a specialist in hybrids amd coordinates directly with the seller making this a seamless experience.

Carl did a pre-purchase inspection on our 2016 Toyota Prius (Hybrid). He is incredibly thorough and compiles all of his reports in an easy-to-understand manner. Very easy to arrange with the dealership, as Carl does it all on his end. Would recommend A+++

I was drawn to Incar automotive through many positive reviews and comments online in various forums. I felt confident purchasing my second hand car after Carl's pre-purchase inspection and report. In particular i wanted to ensure the hybrid battery was in great condition as this was my first hybrid vehicle. Good value for money, extremely thorough. I'm so grateful to benefit from your knowledge and expertise to help me with my decision making. 4 weeks on, I'm so happy with the car. Thanks Carl!

Carl is amazing. The report he provided is thorough and very detailed but you can easily understand what he has done. This provided a clear picture about the vehicle that I wanted to purchase. Highly recommended!

Incredibly efficient service, no hassles, no worries. The inspection report for a hybrid was incredibly detailed; super helpful in my decision to move forward with the purchase. Upon putting a deposit down on the car, the dealer mentioned that Carl is the most thorough person doing these inspections. So I had expectations, but even those were exceeded. Top marks!

We recently decided to buy a car here in Auckland and opted for a pre-purchase inspection with Incar Automotive. The team was extremely helpful, responded promptly, and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Their inspection was very thorough, providing clear and detailed feedback on the car’s condition, which gave us complete confidence in our decision. We highly recommend Incar Automotive to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy pre-purchase car inspection service.

I bought a Nissan Serena ePower. Carl's specific experience and technology gave me a lot of reassurance in buying this type of car. The level of detail is mind boggling!

Would highly recommend Carl. I asked him to examine a Subaru Impreza I was eager to buy as my first car and he quickly identified a major issue that would have cost me thousands in repairs. He was also very professional about it — immediately stopped the inspection, charged me a reduced rate, and sent over loads of photos. Will definitely be using his services again.

Carl did a great job for us on pre-purchase inspection for hybrid car. Quick service, easy to read report and many photo's showing all over the car. Would happily use again for my next car purchase

Highly recommended

Great pre-purchase inspection service. Really thorough review of the Toyota Aqua hybrid we wanted to buy. Carl was super helpful. Such a good thing to do to reduce the risk of buying a second hand vehicle. Especially one with a battery.

Highly recommended. Detailed report and fast!

Carl at Incar Automotive, Auckland, provided a pre-purchase inspection on a Hyundai Kona EV 2022 that gave me total confidence to proceed with the purchase. The reports that he provided were much more comprehensive than I expected, with really good detail and clarity, and copious number of visuals, photos and a few videos. Incredibly good, excellent service! I would definitely return to Carl for any pre-purchase inspections.

Carl did a fantastic job with detailed reports. I would highly recommend.

Pre purchase inspection for a hybrid. Carl was very professional and provided a very thorough report that helped us decided whether we buy our car. Thanks Carl

I would highly recommend Carl if you're considering a pre-purchase inspection. He examined a Subaru Impreza I was eager to buy as my first car and quickly identified a major issue that would have cost me thousands in repairs. His professionalism was clear — he stopped the inspection immediately, charged me a reduced rate, and sent over photos and videos highlighting the fault as well as exterior damage I hadn't noticed. Will definitely be using his services again.

Excellent service, was very quick to organize the inspection. Highly detailed was totally worth the price and time. Would totally use again

Carl is a very detailed car inspector and take time to inspect your vehicle. With his hybrid equipment i can get a good reading of the car i am buying from toyota noah

Carl is Professional and his service is well worth it. The detailed reporting recieved is class leading and has given me complete confidence in the condition of the vehicle I'm considering.

Carl is the man! He was fully booked until the following week but offered to squeeze in a pre-purchase inspection on an EV vehicle on the other side of Auckland to where he is based the next day! He sent through so much info that helped us make the decision to purchase the vehicle with confidence. Appreciate your services. Would definitely use again and highly recommend Incar Automotive.