Incar Racing – Sydney
My time working in one of Australia’s performance automotive workshops.
Auckland-wide | On-site Service
Introduction
Before founding Incar Automotive in 2008, I spent several years working at Incar Racing in Sydney. During my time there I worked on a wide range of performance vehicles and customer builds, gaining valuable hands-on experience that continues to influence the way I inspect vehicles today.
Although my career has taken me from performance workshops in Sydney to founding Incar Automotive in Auckland, the attention to detail and hands-on experience gained during those years continue to influence every inspection I perform today under the Incar Assured™ Standard.
Although Incar Racing has since closed, the experience and knowledge I gained during those years remain an important part of my automotive career.
These photographs were taken during my time working at Incar Racing in Sydney, along with return visits over the following years. They are shared as part of my personal automotive career history. Incar Racing has since closed.
Customer feed back
Excellent service , very professional. Time saver. A guide light for my purchase. Definitely will contact again for the next vehicle. Cheers.
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Jing
3/29/2024
I'm so happy with the pre purchase inspection, communication and all round help I received from Carl, when finding my car. He was professional, exceptionally thorough, experienced and knowledgeable, which gave me confidence that I was buying a reliable car. With his fully equipped van, he can carry out inspections almost anywhere. I will never use any other company, if I need another inspection. I recommend his services to anyone and everyone and will continue to do so. Thank you Carl. :- )
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Shirley McCarthy
12/22/2021
Great value, highly detailed report, easy to deal with. Thanks Carl.
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Adam Elder
3/13/2023
If you are looking for a competent, experienced, eager to help and a thorough inspector for your pre-purchase car inspection, Carl should be your ultimate choice!! Upon hiring him, Carl got in touch with the dealer and arranged a time for the mobile PPI himself. He performed a very in-depth inspection, including all sorts of tests and took detailed photos of the car. He wrote up this report the same night and I had my results the next morning. He emailed the report as well as all photos and test results. Later that morning we discussed the condition of the car and came to the conclusion that it was overpriced. Therefore, I began to look for other cars and Carl offered to have a look at the online adds I forwarded to him and give his opinions. He also suggested asking dealers for the Japanese auction reports, as they give a good first impression of the conditions of a car. I found this a very helpful tip!! Carl, thank you so much for sharing your experience with me and for your time and efforts trying to find the right car!! All the best, Adele
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Adele Bittner
11/22/2021
Pre-purchase inspection - Hybrid - Full inspection option. I have received a very detailed inspection and it’s worth every dollar. I couldn’t be more satisfied with the service as well the speedy response. In a day of contacting, the inspection was booked and that same week the inspection was completed.
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RACHEL COELHO
8/19/2025
I was looking at various Sabarus and Carl was recommended to me by a friend. What an absolute champ. He saved me from some very dodgey deals and did a very thorough inspection on the vehicle that I purchased. What a peace of mind it bought me. Keep up the great work. Many thanks Lisa
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Lisa Smyth
3/04/2025
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.
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Jayne Simpson
3/13/2026
Amazingly fast & in-depth service! My inspection was able to be carried out only hours after I had first contacted Carl (as he had a cancellation that worked out perfectly for me) and by the next morning I had his completed (and very in-depth) set of reports waiting for me in my email - along with hundreds of photos that covered every inch of the car. He also kept me in the loop during the whole process and was on hand to explain anything that confused me about the report. I highly recommend Incar Automotive for anyone wanting a comprehensive, detail oriented car inspection before purchasing.
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Kerryn Smith
12/13/2022
very professional, honest and helpful
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Jenny Li
10/02/2023
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.
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Peter Fleming
1/16/2026
Great communication, delivered a prompt comprehensive service. The report and accompanying videos and photos provided all the details needed to make an informed decision when buying a Hybrid car. Highly recommend, very reassuring thank you.
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Deb Bradley
10/05/2024
Carl was able to come the next day for the battery pre-purchase inspection for the Toyota Aqua Hybrid I was looking at. He not only gave the battery a very comprehensive test but also a quick check of the transmission, brakes and high voltage components under the bonnet. He emailed an in depth report the following day and charged a very reasonable rate for his services. He was very helpful with advice and explaining how things work as I hadn't driven a hybrid before. Although an older car the battery was in very good condition and therefore the fuel economy should be as expected. Being a Toyota I wasn't so worried about mechanical maintenance costs. I have bought the car and am very happy with it. I would highly recommend Carl.
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Rosalynde Stewart
6/18/2025
We Had a great experience with Carl from Incar Automotive! He’s a true professional when it comes to EV and hybrid vehicle inspections. Carl is not only knowledgeable and detail-oriented, but also has a great personality — friendly, honest, and easy to communicate with. What really impressed me was how convenient the whole process was. Carl is fully mobile and came right to my door for the inspection, saving time and hassle. His service is also very cost-effective for the value and depth of inspection you get. Highly recommend Carl if you’re looking for a reliable and professional hybrid/EV inspector in New Zealand. Will definitely recommend his service to our customers in the future! Legendary motors
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Legendary Motors
7/19/2025
Incar Automotive Ltd Mechanical checks was recommended to me and Carl did a comprehensive and thorough inspection. His report was very detailed and the check took several hours. I felt confident that the car I purchased had undergone rigorous testing and met Carl's high standards. He was easy to communicate with, liaised with Selected Autos and kept me informed of when he started and completed the testing process. I can highly recommend Carl as someone who does a competent job at reasonable rates. Would gladly use his services again.
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Lynn & Ron Couch
2/04/2025
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.
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Chris Hannent
3/11/2026
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!
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Nathan Sortehaug
6/02/2026
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.
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Deborah Smith
5/24/2026
Very comprehensive and timely inspection. Highly recommended
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David Hughes
11/13/2022
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
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Liam Hollier
2/26/2026
Very thorough, would recommend
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Shareece J
7/13/2022
Top top stuff! Carl is simply amazing with his extensive inspection and reports. Purchased his top of the line EV/hybrid inspection and boy was it amazing. Every little detail about the car was put into a really consie report backed with heaps of pictures and videos. By the end of it I knew exactly how good the hybrid battery was, the paint job that was done on the car, and how hot/cold the climate controls in the car could get. 100/10 would definitely recommend Carl for any sort of pre purchase inspection. He's easy to reach to and responded promptly.
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Nitish Jalali
7/29/2025
Great service and fast turn around Carl sorted us out on the day of the booking
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Scott Lovell-Gadd
5/03/2026
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
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Brennan McCarthy
1/16/2026
great communication and a very thorough inspection of the car. toyota aqua. i felt confident making the purchase with this ispection in hand. i highly recommend incar.Many thanks!
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Liz Bennett
9/20/2026
Carl performed an onsite hybrid battery pre purchase inspection. He is very professional and thorough. The inspection reports were detailed. He also accommodated my request on the same due to urgency. Overall, I am very happy with his service and will recommend him to anyone who needs to do a pre purchase inspection.
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Ankit Parikh
2/22/2022
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.
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AL B
4/27/2026
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.
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Avinash Ramkumar
6/19/2026
Carl was very quick to respond and got to inspect the car the very next day. Inspection was attentive with a very comprehensive report. Worth the money.
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Jack Zhang
1/21/2025
Contacted Incar to evaluate a Camry hybrid, got back to me promptly and carried out one of the most in-depth evaluations I have ever seen, the reports were full of detail and extremely thorough and the detail, I don’t know where he found the time to compile it all. Can’t recommend Incar highly enough and had the confidence to purchase the car. There’s a reason why car yards fear this man and for good reason. Thanks for the great work and effort you put in … LEGEND 😀
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lee ensor
6/16/2024
Carl performed a pre purchase inspection of a 2021 hybrid SUV for me. His communication was excellent and amazing amount of photos exterior and interior. The report contained a lot of detail but was written in a way I could understand. He found an issue which could have caused me issues in the next WOF. I was able to get the seller to rectify this issue before finalising the purchase. I will definitely be using Carl for any future vehicle inspections.
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Bhavik Kumar
2/22/2024
Pre-purchase inspection - Hybrid Vehicle (#2) -Carl was a pleasure to deal with. When I called him about doing an EV battery test on a car I had already had received a (very average) prepurchase inspection from the Auto Shop. He was extremely accommodating and gave me his honest opinion and information about the car I was going to buy. I ended up not buying the car. Carl then did a prepurchase inspection - mechanical and hybrid battery (Hybrid #2) inspection, on another car for me, which was thorough and has given me piece of mind for purchase. I am now a very happy customer. Thanks Carl
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Morgan Raby
5/29/2025
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.
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Adam Matara
4/27/2026
Carl did a thorough job, providing many photos, reports and explanations that allowed me to not only (mostly!) understand what was being tested and the outcome, but also bring some matters to the car dealer's attention prior to purchase. Prompt, communicative, friendly - highly recommended.
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Tracy Hanify
8/02/2024
I've used Carl twice now and couldn't be happier. His level of professionalism and attention to detail is second to none. The service would be worth it alone for piece of mind when buying a car, but in the most recent case the inspection uncovered items which meant we were able to negotiate a significant discount which more than covered the cost of the inspection. Recommend to all my family and friends, and wouldn't even bother calling anywhere else.
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Aaron Mountford
8/22/2021
I’m in Wellington and was recently looking to purchase a hybrid from Auckland because of the wider range available. I saw a few sparkling reviews for Carl so booked him in for the full EV pre-purchase inspection. He organised this with the private seller quickly. Unfortunately the car was a dud, he called me as soon as he found the fault and even discounted the invoice since there was no point in him carrying on.A couple of days later I asked him to inspect another car and he was able to attend within a couple of hours. The dealer knew him by name and was happy for him to come in. That evening I received Carl’s extremely detailed reports, which meant I was very comfortable buying the car sight unseen.I would never buy a car without using Carl again. Thanks for making it so easy!
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Hayley Bullen
6/04/2025
First time using Carl's pre purchase service. Very responsive to inquiries, got a thorough inspection done with photos, videos, summary of inspection.
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Mj Mj
5/12/2024
I recently had a pre-purchase inspection done on my Lexus LS460 by Incar Automotive, and the experience exceeded my expectations. Carl was professional, thorough, and ensured that every detail of the vehicle was carefully inspected. His expertise provided me with great confidence in my vehicle purchase. The comprehensive breakdown of the inspection was clear and easy to understand, making the process stress-free. If your vehicle is a hybrid or EV, they are well-equipped to handle it too!
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Zhaoxiong Chen
9/14/2024
I had an excellent experience with this vehicle inspection service. The inspector was extremely thorough, detailed, and meticulous in checking every aspect of the car. They provided comprehensive reports with clear explanations and high-quality images, which made it easy to understand the car’s condition. Their professionalism and friendly attitude made the entire process smooth and stress-free. This inspection was incredibly helpful for making an informed car-buying decision. Highly recommended!
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Grant Dong
4/04/2025
Thorough, timely, and profesional. Very happy with the service Carl provided us. We just had a Hybrid system check however next time will definitely go with a full pre-purchase inspection. The quality of the hybrid check alone is far above anything we recieved from other PPI's. cheers!
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Matthew Lee
10/13/2022
An excellent pre-purchase inspection service. Extremely thorough and professional. Carl goes above and beyond for his customers and does amazing work through every step of the process. Highly recommended!
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Kevin
12/02/2024
We were so impressed with our Battery Health Check from Carl at Incar Automotive for a hybrid car we were considering buying. We received a highly detailed summary report created from several pages of detailed data from multiple tests and 60+ detailed photos showing everything that was checked including the digital dashboard functions and 20+ thermal imaging pictures of the interior. If only we had known about Incar earlier, we would have definitely chosen to do a Pre-Purchase 360° Full Inspection with Carl. Unfortunately, we only heard about them after doing a Pre-purchase Inspection check with a much more well known company, where for the same price as Incar's Battery Health Check, all we received was a tick sheet of everything that was checked, a one sentence basic report summary with a couple of sentences on various aspects of the check and 7 photos. I can't recommend Incar highly enough for anyone wanting a thorough, detailed, in depth Pre-Purchase Inspection/Check.
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Karin Sang
6/24/2025
I paid $285 for a vehicle inspection with Incar Automotive, as I couldn't see the car myself. Regrettably, the inspection missed significant damage, including an ugly 5mm hole in the door trim, which I noticed soon after receiving the car. Incar admitted the mistake was "unacceptable," yet refused to refund the inspection fee, despite the repair costs exceeding the original fee. Choose someone else.
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James Teasdale
7/18/2024
I would highly recommend Incar Automotive, Carl did such an excellent and thorough job pre-inspecting a hybrid Toyota aqua for us. Honestly, the service he provides is worth every penny. We live in Wellington but decided to buy a car in Auckland because we wanted him to inspect our car for us. Very trustworthy guy.
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grace clark
7/23/2025
Recently was in the market for a PHEV to make commutes more efficient and needed a pre-purchase inspection before committing to the purchase. Carl was super easy to interact with and he provided a great service - definitely provided peace of mind when it came to buying the vehicle. Thanks!
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Toby Young
9/14/2024
Great help with getting the SOH check done on our EV. Happy to recommend
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Fazcorp
2/25/2026
Very thorough and efficient
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Chris Ku
3/25/2026
Could not more highly recommend Carl. Exceptionally thorough, efficient, and great at explaining everything.
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Amanda Cain
2/13/2023
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.
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Katy Galo
8/27/2025
Carl's Pre-purchase inspections are invaluable. I had been looking at a extremely tidy looking 8 year old 'NZ new' car with a full dealership service history and I almost bought it without a professional inspection. But luckily I asked Carl to do an inspection and he identified rust issues and saved me a lot of time/money/hassle. Following this he inspected another car which I was able to buy with confidence after seeing his very thorough inspection report. I have in the past put a car I was selling through a AA pre-purchase inspection for a potential buyer and their inspection far inferior to the INCAR inspection.
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Michael Rex
4/22/2022
Fast and thorough pre-purchase inspection for a hybrid vehicle. Gave me all the information I needed to know about the car.
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Hana Tuwhare
2/27/2026
This is my second time asking Carl for his help after 3 years. His inspection & reports seems more and more comprehensive than before. Really appreciated that he can look in to very detail of the car and found something that I haven't noticed. Instead of just pass or fail, he had also put his professional recommendation to you car to make sure you can aware of your car condition as well. His banned list provides a good reference as well preventing us going to some dealers that is not trust-worthy.
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K.C. Tsoi
8/13/2022
You will not find a more thorough vehicle inspector. Made it so easy too, Carl managed all the liaising with the dealership. Will be recommending him far and wide, and use him for all our future vehicle purchases.
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Jonathan Suckling
10/05/2024
As a car novice I find the whole car purchase experience overwhelming! Carl's service has given me great reassurance in buying a car. Because I'm from Hawke's Bay I had a limited amount of time to buy a car in Auckland. Carl moved things around to fit in my pre-purchase inspection. The reports he provided are comprehensive and so detailed I now know the condition of every part! Well worth paying the little bit extra that other car inspection companies charge. Highly recommend that you go with Carl at Incar Autos. Well worth the peace of mind!
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Audrey T
8/22/2021
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.
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Binman
1/16/2026
Like all the previous great reviews for Carl, I had a very positive experience using Carls services. Went see a Toyota Prius at a dealer on weekend, liked the car, called Carl to ask if he could possibly fit in a inspection at short notice same day, he said let me see if I can juggle some other jobs around, called me back to say he can do it in the afternoon. The inspection report that Carl sent back was absolutely amazing, the amount of details he checks and photos he sends back is so informative, based on Carls report gave me the confidence to go ahead and purchase the car. I throughly recommend Carl for pre purchase inspections, for the sake of few extra bucks, don't go somewhere else, Carl is the best. Thanks again Carl
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Gopal Bhana
2/22/2022
Very detailed comprehensive report, quick service, well worth it.
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Sam Joe
1/05/2026
Really happy with the service from Carl at Incar Automotive. He was very professional, responsive and easy to deal with from the start.I especially appreciated the detailed hybrid battery report and the time Carl took to explain everything clearly. It gave me a lot of confidence and made the whole process really straightforward.Great communication, honest service and very thorough. 10/10 from me — highly recommend Carl and Incar Automotive!
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Daniyal Khan
9/28/2026
Had a pre purchase inspection for a toyota hybrid, Carl was quick, responsive and did excellent job in providing information to give me the confidence in going ahead with a purchase, would recommend over VTNZ or AA.
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Nick Fraser
4/06/2024
Provided a thorough inspection in a timely manner. Really knows his stuff and works with integrity and professionalism. Thanks a lot for helping us buy with confidence.
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jonathan s
4/13/2023
Very comprehensive inspection report. Thank you very much !
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Cris Nicodemus
7/29/2025
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.
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Steve Browning
9/25/2025
Incredibly comprehensive review of a car. I used in car and another mob and the difference in the report was chalk and cheese. I won't be using another provider in Auckland for car inspections.
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Dave Walker
6/10/2025
Great friendly service, excellent communication and above standard reports, I had a pre purchase inspection for Toyota hybrid, excellent service as an out of town shopper. I would not hesitate to use Incar again, Carl made the entire process easy. recommend to all. Thank you.
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Esther Timu
8/23/2026
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.
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Lisa Chin
7/12/2026
Highly recommend Incar Automotive for pre purchase inspections. We were buying a Mazda 3 petrol car from out of town and Carl made the whole process very easy. He provided incredibly detailed reports, pictures, and videos which made the decision easy as we knew exactly what to expect and gave us the confidence to go through with the sale.
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Daniel Foster
9/17/2026
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
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11/19/2025
The pre-purchase inspection that Carl carried out on a Nissan Note hybrid for me was above anything I was expecting even after reading lots of reviews. It seems there was not a cm of the vehicle that he didn't check, test, photograph and report on. He was also very prompt in responding to text and phone queries and had the inspection carried out within 3 days of booking. I had the Option 2 inspection done and it is the best money I have ever spent. I am confident that the car I now own is going to be a safe and reliable vehicle for me thanks to Carl. Don't hesitate - book him in to check your would-be purchase!!!
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jan berghan
8/24/2025
Wow out all my years I've owned vehicles and had them inspected, Carl is right up there and will give you that detailed report that you all deserve to receive. Without a doubt, highly recommended!
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Tania Maindonald
9/13/2022
Excellent the pre purchase check on a vechicle for me was. Be assured of a expert thorough job been carried out with a quality report. Value for money Recommended definitely.
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Elaine McLachlan
11/25/2024
I asked Carl to do one of his 'mid-level' ($335) inspections on a second-hand Prius Alpha. He found time to fit this in within two days, and provided an extremely thorough inspection report in the wee hours of the morning (note: Carl probably needs to sleep more). The report included literally hundreds of photos, separate reports on different car systems, and most usefully, a summary inspection report outlining his findings that highlighted a couple of very minor things that the dealer should sort out before we drove the car away. I've had several inspections done in the past by the AA and all of them were absolutely fine. But this is really a 'next level' kind of report in terms of giving peace of mind that a car is in good shape. Thanks Carl!
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Craig Fowler
7/11/2025
The inspection reports that Carl provided is the most detailed and comprehensive I ever seen. Really worth it!
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Tim Wenjie Hu
7/11/2024
very good pre-purchase inspection for my hybird nissan note e-power, I got a lot of detailed reports for the electrical system and mechanical system including videos and pdf, which makes me more confident in buying the car!
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Eric Wang
9/27/2026
Top job. If you are going to to get a pre purchase inspection done then this is the place to come. Having used an inferior provider previously I was blown away by the quality and detail of the inspection that was carried out by Incar Automotive. I was able to confidently make a decision based on the report I received. Thanks Simon
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Simon JMTB
7/18/2024
terrible attitude, awful service. Don't even try it. Not worth the money and a waste of time.
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Rick
6/19/2025
I was looking for a good mechanic to inspect a Mazda Axela and Carl had awesome reviews on Google. The cost was $165.. it may seem to be expensive although I went to the car dealership and Carl came in, he talked about the process and we basically did a test drive where he evaluated some points about the car. After the test drive he started looking the interior and exterior, plus checked many mechanical parts of the vehicle. This process took almost 2.5 hours and Carl was explaining everything that he found out. The final report is great in detail.. a good range of pictures from the car, plus a detailed written report about the things he has found, good and bad, what should be fixed and an explanation about all the process and technical information, so you can understand everything. Turns out the car was in a very good condition and Carl saved me some money by giving a small list of items to be changed before purchasing the vehicle. I already recommended Carl to a friend and if you are trying to find a good mechanic to inspect a vehicle.. Carl is the guy.
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Caique
8/22/2018
I am thoroughly impressed by the pre-purchase inspection that Carl carried out on my new car. He was friendly, knowledgeable, on time and extremely comprehensive. The report was incredibly detailed but also easy to understand. He also had some good recommendations for other businesses that I could use for servicing etc, which was much appreciated. Will absolutely use his business again when purchasing another car. Thanks so much Carl!
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Rose Falconer
1/22/2022
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!
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Justin Tirados
10/31/2025
Very thorough and professional. Carl did a hybrid battery check on a car I bought recently and I was very impressed with the level of detail provided and how quick he was able to get this done
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Daniel Fisher
5/16/2025
Carl from Incar Automotive conducted a very thorough pre-purchase inspection for us. Communication was effortless—one phone call and the inspection was arranged. As we were purchasing a petrol car, the report, which included photos, explanations, details, and an easy-to-understand summary, was invaluable in helping us make our decision. It couldn’t have been easier! I would definitely choose Incar Automotive again. Thank you!
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Tomas Boruvka
8/31/2024
Incar was excellent - provided a comprehensive summary report plus all the scans, photos, etc. Great service and communication.
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Sean Sturm
1/13/2023
Amazing and quick service. Carl did a pre purchase inspection for me before buying a car, he sent hundreds of pictures from various parts of the car and detailed reports. Attached a summary at the end for a quick overview, indicating major and minor things that need to be fixed. Great service if you want a hybrid checked. Simply amazed by his work and how easy it was to get an appointment. Price was absolutely fine as well, with the amount of work put into it the inspection it was defiantly worth it.
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Dami Omisakin
1/13/2023
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.
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Peter Simmons
5/03/2026
Pre purchase inspection for a used hybrid car. Super easy to organise, Carl was prompt with communication, did a thorough inspection and provided an easy to read report. Highly recommend
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Danielle Ramsay
8/19/2025
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!
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sheena irving
5/11/2026
Great, detailed. Thank you.
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Jasmina Kamenkovic
1/18/2026
Carl recently did a comprehensive used vehicle pre purchase inspection for me. I'm currently living in Australia and the service was exemplary. Not only did he do the inspection at very short notice but I received a large number of photos, videos and diagnostic information. He tied it all together with a very full summary. Based on his assessment I did not purchase the vehicle and felt the price paid was a small investment which saved a huge possible loss. I thoroughly recommend Carl's excellent service and he is surely one of the most knowledgeable inspectors in New Zealand.
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Steve Morrison
6/22/2022
Carl was very helpful and approachable. He helped us with his professional knowledge and advice and helped us to decide which car we should we go for. He gave his quality time and didn't charge for that. I strongly recommend him.
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shally Prabhakar
2/13/2023
Carl has done 2 inspections of hybrids for me. He was super-efficient, professional and reasonably priced, and provided incredibly detailed reports, including a video of the hybrid battery tests. He also went out of his way for me in his own time when I came back to him with further questions. I can't recommend him highly enough.
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Rose Harison
5/13/2023
Carl is such a professional. His attention to detail in the inspection is second to none - I have had car salesmen tell me he is the most thorough they have ever seen. He sends photos and videos as proof of the testing undertaken. Aside from that he goes above and beyond to discuss your concerns and provide verbal advice before even seeing any vehicle. I wouldn't go to anyone else.
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Aurelie Rivalant
11/22/2021
An extremely detailed pre-purchase inspection was done on a hybrid vehicle (Toyota Aqua) by Incar Automotive Ltd. This gave me utter confidence in deciding to purchase the vehicle knowing that all the major components had been checked. Very worthwhile doing for peace of mind and to save later possible heartache if things don't check out.
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Stacey Lemon
9/21/2026
Prompt, thorough response with inspection, photos, tests, and summary. Thanks to Carl for his efficient help nearby.
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Aradhana Kermani
9/26/2026
Very experienced and knowledgeable inspector. Definetely knows what he is doing compare to many AA guys. Recommend to all
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Greenwise Cars
10/13/2022
Hands down the best vehicle inspection service in Auckland. Carl is awesome to deal with and is very meticulous in every aspect of the inspection. Would highly recommend Carl for checking that the car you are purchasing is up to standard.
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Sheldon Bevan
10/13/2022
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
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Jared Church
10/03/2025
Great service, communication and value. Thanks Carl.
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Mike Gallagher
3/18/2025
I honestly can’t recommend Carl and InCar Automotive highly enough! Carl was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. His communication and customer service were outstanding, and you can tell he genuinely cares about helping people make the right decision when buying a hybrid car.The pre-purchase inspection and testing were incredibly thorough, and the report was detailed, clear and easy to understand. What really stood out to me was how generous Carl was with his time. I was looking at purchasing a hybrid, and he took the time to talk me through exactly what tests he was doing, how he carried them out, and, importantly, what he had personally observed and experienced while testing the car.He went well beyond simply completing an inspection and sending through a report. His knowledge and willingness to explain everything gave me a much better understanding of the car and helped me feel confident throughout the buying process.I’m so grateful for the time and care Carl put into helping me. If you’re considering buying a car and want someone who is genuinely thorough, knowledgeable and great to deal with, I would 100% recommend InCar Automotive. Fantastic service!
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Sarah Law
9/18/2026
Carl was highly recommended by a boardie from Trademe motoring message board where I posted questions about buying a station wagon. I am glad that I had engaged the services of Carl for my pre purchase inspection report of a Toyota Fielder. I was very amazed that Carl was very thorough and detailed in all aspects of the wagon. He took hundreds of photos as well. This was the first time I had a great portfolio of my new car. Carl also takes time to reply to my questions and does not hesitate to explain to me when it became too technical for me to understand. Last I heard, he had to work into the early hours of the morning to get the PPI reports done for his customers. He wasted no time in getting it completed as he understand that customers will be eagerly waiting for it so that they can bring their new "baby" home soon. I highly recommend Carl to all potential car buyers. Great Job, Carl, Thanks 🙂
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Only Lv
8/22/2020
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!
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Michael Zaw
4/13/2026
Carl did a pre-purchase inspection for me on a nissan fuga hybrid, I live in rotorua so needed a thorough check up before I made the trip up to buy. He delivered far more than I expected and gave me enough peace of mind to buy the car before I even went up to see it myself. Loads of detailed photos, every system and visual check you can think of and his own test drive. Couldn't be happier and I love my new car. Can't recommend him enough. Definitely go with him if you're looking at a car in auckland
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Alex Duncan
1/21/2025
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.
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Marian Hudson
4/17/2026
The assessment of my Hybrid vehicle was done in time for me to make a decision about my proposed purchase. I also received heaps of information from Carl re the above vehicle.
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Phil Norton
6/09/2024
Carl did a pre-purchase inspection for me, he gets top marks all round. Excellent communication from start to finish. All reports, photos ect to a high standard. In the report and photos you could even see the cracks in the rubber tires. Amazing attention to detail. I recommend anyone who wants to know every detail of a vehical prior to handing over your cash, give Carl a call for peace of mind. 100% satisfaction, will be using Incar again
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Maxine Kitchen
7/08/2023
Excellent service from Carl at In Car Automotive. I booked a pre-purchase inspection for a Honda Hybrid, and he was incredibly thorough. The report was detailed, easy to understand, complete with inspection photos and videos which gave me absolute confidence in making my decision. Professional, reliable, and highly recommended!
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Ryan Valdez
8/30/2026
I was considering the purchase of a Audi S6 but needed to find someone independent to assure me I wasn't buying a lemon given these vehicles are complicated with a lot going on in them. I did my online research and Carl reviews sounded like exactly what I needed. Carl was able to inspect the vehicle the very next day arranging all the timings direct with the car dealer. Once inspected what I got back from Carl was truely awesome, tons and tons of photos with lots of information...way more detailed than I was expecting. I had a few questions and Carl happily took the time to explain things and answer my queries. I would have no hesitation in recommending his services to family and friends and definitely would happily use his services again. Forget the rest and go with the best!!! One happy car buyer Dean P
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Dean Phillips
8/22/2020
Highly recommended
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aniz dhanani
9/25/2025
Hardest worker in the game. Super thorough, easy to deal with. 10/10 highly recommend
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Sean
7/30/2023
Carl conducted an incredibly thorough pre-purchase inspection. The report sent through included summaries of key information, infographics, a plethora of photographs and videos showing readouts from his diagnostic tools. His services represent great value for money for the service he delivers. You can trust that you'll know the true condition of the car by the time he's done. If I buy a car again in the future, he'll be the first person I contact for an inspection.
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Timothy Kilminster
6/13/2023
Carl did a fantastic and detailed job on our pre-purchase inspection report for a second hand hybrid. Really happy with the outcome, it gave us lots of confidence in making the purchase - would thoroughly recommend to everyone. Thanks Carl!
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Aleisha Ruske
8/27/2025
Pre-purchase inspection of the battery on a hybrid vehicle. Very thorough and gave me the information I needed to make an informed decision.
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Matthew Roscoe
4/13/2026
Needed to buy a car urgently - Carl was amazing at squeezing in a pre-purchase inspection (especially at the moment, being so close to Christmas) and went above and beyond with detailed reports and photos of every single inch of the car. Well worth it just to be confident with your purchase, 10000/10 recommend.
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Erin Lambert
12/13/2024
We booked Carl for a pre-purchase inspection of a Hybrid 2016 Toyota Fielder wagon for my son. We are new to purchasing import vehicles and Carl's comprehensive inspection and reports, photos etc. made us feel much more confident in our decision to proceed with the purchase. Thanks Carl for providing an amazing service!
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Kathryn B
8/19/2025
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
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Gavin Holm
7/14/2026
So much effort put into a report, Great guy!
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Don Wang
2/13/2023
Carl gave a fully professional and comprehensive car inspection. Detailed, with photo's. Honest and prompt. Excellent service. Highly recommended.
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Sandy Mill Music
8/01/2022
Prepurchase inspection - hybrid car Gives a detailed inspection report of the car which gives you confidence to decide whether to purchase the car or not. Overall summary can be improved to include a bit more detail. Not that I'm complaining but sometimes it's hard to understand few details in the inspection report and including them in the summary will help. Thanks a lot for your service. I'll Definitely recommend it to others. Excellent job mate. 👏
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Arjun NAS
9/14/2024
Great service, would recommend
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Bruce Gabites
1/28/2025
I am the seller, and the buyer organised a prepurchase car inspection on my car. I was really impressed with how thorough Carl was when checking the car. He ran a very detailed hybrid battery diagnosis (with video proof), he also has a gadget for for every car part! I was so impressed. I remember a few years ago, I had organised an AA prepurchase inspection; when i compare the amount of details that these two companies checked, I highly recommend Incar Automotive Ltd. over AA. To have the peace of mind when buying a second hand car (especially through private selling), I strongly suggest that you talk to this guy before making your decision. This is a photo when Carl was running the battery test, he connected the pipe to use the AC to cool down the hybrid battery. It is really interesting to see.
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yen tu
1/28/2025
Best investment you could ever make. Carl is extremely thorough, efficient and easy to deal with. I would never buy a car without getting a pre-purchase inspection from Incar Automotive first!
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Dylan Kay
9/04/2023
Firstly, even before booking, Carl provided the most incredible customer service. He did a super comprehensive pre-purchase inspection ( photos, videos, and report of what we had to ask to be fixed) , he replied promptly to my texts. I highly recommend Incar Automotive. Carl you rock!.
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Alex Maldonado
12/13/2022
Carl is very thorough with his approach. Straight no nonsense feedback. Car purchased and quite happy with the purchase.
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Vikram Singh
6/01/2025
Very informative report and thorough inspection with many pictures included. Pleased with Carl’s service. I decided to purchase the vehicle from the result of the inspection and very happy with the car.
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Mary Danelli Quilang
6/09/2024
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.
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Robin Watts
6/18/2026
We used Carl to inspect our Prius and Aqua. He was very thorough. His expertise and drive for excellence shines through. We were very happy woth the report, which is also useful for reselling. I recommend him to all my friends, and he's my first choice for a thorough check and peace of mind.
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Peter Jackson
1/09/2025
Absolutely amazing service that Carl provides. Good quality photos, in-depth testing, solid communication.. you won't be disappointed with his inspections!!! For anyone reading this, he does check for absolutely anything he is able to find wrong with the car and I received over 500 photos including thermal imaging of the AC vents! Wow! Comprehensive battery checks, paint checks to see if the car has been in a crash, checks I didn't even know existed. He took my call on a Saturday and performed the inspection the following Monday. Incredible job.
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Bart Something
10/03/2023
Good service. Efficient and so far seems to be effective. Thank you for reviewing the car
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E Cotton
1/21/2025
Had my car went through an pre-purchase inspection by Carl. The inspection done was comprehensive, detailed and the report was well written with photos and graphs as evidences. Highly recommend!
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Scott Bryan (Scottify)
7/30/2025
I was looking at purchasing a vehicle and wanted an inspection. Carl was excellent to deal with. The turn around time was quick and efficient. He went above and beyond for the service he provides. Great communication throughout the whole process. More than pleased with the results and can recommend to friends and family for future car buying inspections! Thanks Carl!
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Anakin
12/22/2021
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
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Victoria Pappas
5/06/2026
Very efficient and thorough.
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Martin Walsh
3/07/2025
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.
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Lucy Baragwanath
4/12/2026
Thanks Carl for your prompt pre-purchase inspection & photos of our recently acquired Aqua hybrid and the tip about swapping the tyre inflation kit out for a spare tyre! Great communication, would highly recommend Incar Automotive for anyone considering buying a hybrid, who wants peace of mind re battery health and a thorough mechanical check done. Cheers Carl.
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Corrina Park
4/07/2025
Carl from Incar Automotive Ltd is really awesome. He gave me very valuable advice on numerous occasions when I was looking for a reliable hybrid car. He is very knowledgeable, patient and experienced. He saved me from buying cars with potential issues that were overpriced. When I finally found the car, a Totota Hybrid, he did a thorough inspection and shared photos of all parts of the car, inside and outside as well as videos. On top of that he sent me a detailed report. I am very happy with car I ended u with and I highly recommend Carl for your car inspection. Real value. Thanks Carl!
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Maria Snijders
5/19/2024
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!
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June Tong
2/17/2026
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
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Meth TestSouthAK
9/12/2025
Brilliant service by Carl at Incar Automotive. I phoned him late on Monday and he had managed to inspect the car by Tuesday evening (due to a cancellation). By Thursday morning I received the detailed inspection report as well as dozens of photos of the vehicle and images and videos from his testing software, confirming that the car was in very good nick. I doubt there is another outfit in Auckland that can do as thorough a job as Carl, especially for EVs or hybrids. Highly recommended.
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Russell Butchers
6/11/2025
Contacted Carl and he was able to do a check the next day on a Sunday. Very thorough check on a Hybrid vehicle - would definitely recommend.
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Jo McHugh
4/20/2024
Carl you are the man! Received a comprehensive report of the inspection carried out. Very detailed with photos and all the relevant information on the car. Gave me peace of mind buying my daughter's first car. Highly recommend Incar Automotive and the fantastic service Carl provides.
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laurence Kaukau
2/13/2023
Carl was great to deal with. good communication, with an excellent level of details in his report. lot more than what AA inspection does will use again for my next inspection
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Younus Bhikoo
2/13/2023
Review says it all! I had an outstanding experience with Incar third-party inspection. Their report exceeded my expectations, providing thorough details that were well beyond what I anticipated. The professionalism and efficiency displayed by carl was remarkable, and the service was worth every dollar. I highly recommend Incar for anyone seeking a comprehensive and reliable third-party inspection.
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Brian Seo
6/29/2023
5 STARS!!! I was super impressed with the pre inspection service provided by Carl from Incar Automotive. My wife and I were in Melbourne at the time and were looking at buying a Toyota Klugar in Auckland, New Zealand when we returned home. We required someone with exceeding high standards and reviews. We chose Carl from Incar Mobile to do this. 5 STARS: Quality customer service when dealing with seller. 5 STARS: Level of professionalism shown. Carl was very thorough when providing diagnostics and photos of the car. I was amazed at the level of detail and documentation. At the end of which - as a buyer - felt I was in safe hands. 5 STARS!!! I would highly recommend Carl from Incar Automotive to anyone looking for the quality pre inspection service. 5 STARS!!!! Thanks alot Carl 🙂
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Carbon Disaster
8/22/2019
Great service and easy to deal with. Transparency was apparent from website through to phone contact. I was basically looking for a yes or no answer regarding a car but was given a lot more than that which was great. My partner and brother in law also used this service and have recommended Incar Automotive to me, and now I recommend to others. I think this is a must if you're buying car. Thanks again Carl
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David Sun
2/13/2023
Very thorough testing done by incar on the hybrid battery system. Definitely worth it to have peace of mind before settling on a car purchase.
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Matthew
8/22/2024
Absolutely top-notch inspection. This is the second time I have had a vehicle check by Carl and have been over the moon with the results both times. VERY in-depth inspection supplied with excellent reports and a myriad of photos showing everything that could be shown, including the results of some of the actual tests carried out. Without any doubt, I will always ask Carl to check out any vehicles that my family or I are looking at purchasing, also, if a car dealership prefers him not to do the inspection, I will be going to another dealership immediately. Carl's inspections are worth their weight in gold. Thanks again Carl, really appreciated.
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Keith Collings
10/02/2023
Carl is wonderful. I never hesitate to recommend Carl to anyone. Living in Coromandel, I bought my current car based on his assessment without seeing it in advance. He is extremely thorough in his work, and I can trust his honesty (he's told me previously that he wouldn't buy a car for the price). He sends through SO much information and SO many photos of every detail of the car, top to bottom. And above all this, as a person, he's so kind and accommodating. He especially rearranged his day to squeeze in my inspection. Thank you so much Carl.
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Jacqui Chan
8/22/2020
Carl does Great service. knowledgeable and professional. I will definitely recommonded use him to do pre-purchase inspection . Bei from Legendary motor Kelson
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Legendary Motors
7/22/2022
good guy, responded well and extensive inspection done - thank u
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TONY H GM
3/07/2025
Carl performed a pre purchase inspection on a vehicle I wanted to buy and was super helpful beforehand with pointing me in the direction of a reliable car within my price range. He also squeezed me in at the last minute. The report helped me renegotiate a fair price. The inspection was above and beyond any I had seen in the past and I had peace of mind buying the car without seeing it myself. Everyone was impressed with the quality of the work he did. Thanks for an amazing job! Have already recommended to everyone and will definitely be using Carl's services again.
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M SB
8/22/2021
My partner and I both used Carl when making our purchases for new cars. He works within a quick timeframe, sends incredibly thorough reports and gives his personal advice for the cars also. Couldn’t fault him at all and would never buy a car without getting him to do a mechanical check first!! 1000% would recommend
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Miro Foote-Henry
7/20/2024
Prepurchase inspection of a Toyota hybrid. Unbelievable level of detail and overwhelming number of pictures. Obviously a very detail oriented man who enjoys his work. Thanks Carl for giving us a high level of confidence with our purchase. Impressive also that Budget Cars Manukau was prepared to recommend Carl, knowing as they do how thorough his inspections are.
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Ken Allen
10/05/2024
Carl inspected for me multiple cars and each time his service was exceptional. He went into details and provided me with ALL the positives and negatives he had found with each car. He is a true professional, I knew exactly what I was buying after getting his report.
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Aa Mikhailov
8/22/2020
Carl has really gone well above what is expected of his pre-inspection service in so many aspects. He has helped explain to the dealer the car issue he found during the inspection, followed up on that issue and even gave me tips to protect my interests for the future - all done without me asking as he so kindly offered his help! I have absolutely no hesitation to recommend his services to anyone.
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lisa xing
12/13/2022
Carl is very professional. Used him for pre purchase inspection. He is very thorough and has excellent work ethic. We are glad to use his expertise. Thank you Carl for your advice and great vehicle report. Highly recommended.
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Vijay Anthony
8/22/2021
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.
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s. m.
6/25/2026
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.
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Shaan davis
5/24/2026
It was by coincidence that I ended up using Incar vehicle inspections as the other company I was meant to use didn't answer my calls on the inspection day, however, I must say it was the best coincidence of the year! I was surprised by how detailed his inspection was, it took him over 3 hours just for the physical inspection of a Lexus I was interested in buying. He pointed out every single flaw and issue, to the point where he even recorded practically impossible to see windscreen chips. I ended up buying the car he inspected and I was very happy with the purchase. I will most definitely be using him again and again every time I am buying a new car. I just hope I didn't set the bar too high now for him now with this review, hahahaha 😀 but that is because of how satisfied and surprised I was with his service!!
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Imran Abu Shamala
12/22/2021
Highly would recommend. Thorough and comprehensive. Very detailed but also summarised appropriately.
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tevita Teu
4/26/2024
Carl's full pre purchase inspection is above and beyond my expectation. The level of details is exactly what I've been looking for. Eventually the report provided have helped me and my wife to make in informed decision to purchase the vehicle, knowing that it is in a good condition. Thanks so much Carl for your effort in making probably the best pre purchase inspection report in NZ!
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Enoch
8/15/2022
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.
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S A
5/24/2026
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.
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Amrik Singh
3/11/2026
Can’t recommend Carl enough for Pre Purchase Inspections. Great communication, quick turnaround & super detailed, comprehensive report provided.
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Maggie
5/22/2022
Exceeded expectations! Better than other inspections by well known companies, very in depth which is just what you need when purchasing a vehicle. Was able to do the inspection promptly in comparison to others! Heaps more tests done vs other companies which is good for peace of mind. Highly recommend. Thanks again
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Kayla G
2/13/2023
Carl performed a pre-purchase inspection on a used car we were looking to buy. He is extremely helpful, thorough and transparent. He identified a few issues with the car and gave estimates on the cost to repair them which helped us to negotiate a more fair price with the seller. Absolutely stoked with Carl's service!
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Mika Wylde
8/22/2021
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.
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Craig Beattie
11/04/2025
Carl at Incar Automative conducted a full pre-purchase inspection of a hybrid Lexus GS450h. In the past I have gone with AA pre-purchase inspections and I was a bit apprehensive about going down another path. I am so please I did. Communication has been excellent throughout. The report, photos, and videos provide far more information than would have been provided by the AA. Highly recommended.
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Brian S. Roper
6/30/2025
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.
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Haroon Shaikh
4/13/2026
Prompt, professional and very comprehensive pre-purchase inspection services.
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mihai pascariu
8/09/2023
Carl did a pre-purchase inspection for me on a hybrid car. Was really happy with the service - good communication with timely responses and a very thorough report. Thank you 🙂
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Ashley Huddart
1/25/2024
Incar's Carl services is excellent and worth every penny! He gives you peace of mind for buy a used Hybrid car, his inspection report are very details and hundreds of photos. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a 2nd hand Hybrid car before you pay the dealer. Thank you, Carl!
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Email Queenie & Tommy's
4/20/2024
Used Incar Automotive due to stunning reviews and he didn't disappoint, the car from the dealer was 4.5 Japan import grade and Carl with a c found issues they needed to fix. Of course with it came a thorough test log, extensive pictures and videos and finally a summary of all of the car. The time and cost saved from the fix was alone was well worth the price for the inspection, not to mention the excellent and prompt responses to follow up questions from the report. The summary also detailed things that I should potentially watch out for while getting it serviced next, not just immediate or near term fixes. These things will likely be helpful for those buying while keeping longevity in mind. Afterwards, I went ahead with the purchase with a peace of mind. Cheers, will definitely recommend to anyone buying a used car and will definitely work with Incar Automotive again for my next used car purchase.
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Karl C
11/13/2022
Carl is the man! Rang up Carl on a Sunday to see if Carl could do a pre-purchase inspection ASAP as we desperately wanted to close the deal on a car before anyone else bought it. Despite some prior miscommunications of our own fault, Carl maintained the highest level of professionalism and went out of his way to re-arrange his busy schedule to accomodate us. Initially he said he was fully booked until Thursday, but on Monday (less than 24 hrs since I called) he found a way to do the inspection and we closed the deal with the seller on the same day. His report was extremely detailed and he provided hundreds of photos of the car's condition. I cannot speak highly enough about this man's professionalism, work ethic, and striving to produce the highest quality of service to his clients. And he's simply a good guy and let us know he's always open for any questions we might have. My mum was so impressed with him that we wanted to pay him an extra tip for his outstanding work (but was unsure if this was allowed under a business account). If you're looking for a pre-purchase inspection, this is the only company I can recommend. After looking around for other services, I found that other companies were not as comprehensive and lacked a few checks here and there (usually due to lacking necessary technology/equipment), which could be the difference between a good car and a lemon. And others like AA may be too focused on ticking boxes on their checklist and inspectors may not have the experience or willingness to let buyers know about problems that might not be on said checklist. I wanted a thorough inspection and full confidence in the used car I'd be buying from a private seller as they obviously have not obligations under the CGA, and Carl gave us just that. We have already recommended Carl to some of our friends and will definitely be in touch in the future when looking for a new car ourselves. All the best to you Carl! It was a great pleasure working with you.
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Robert Ramos
4/13/2023
Very knowledgeable and quick to provide service. Would recommend.
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Stuart Bicknell
5/16/2025
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.
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Max Thompson
11/03/2025
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.
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Ant Olliff
6/12/2026
I had Carl do a pre-purchase assesment on a hybrid I was looking at. I ended up buying the car in part due to his timely, thorough and detailed report. The ammount of photos and detail he puts on his inspection reports gave me all the reassurance I needed to make an informed purchase. The quality of his work in relation to the price I had to pay, including travel cost, truly is a bargain. I highly recommend him to anyone doing due diligence prior to a car purchase.
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JB
8/22/2021
Really happy with the pre-purchase inspection. Carl was great to deal with and the report was detailed and easy to understand. I’m based in Wellington and was buying a hybrid in Auckland, so having the inspection done beforehand gave me the confidence to make the trip up. Definitely recommend!
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David Su Liu
9/21/2026
Easy communication to book the service. Provided thorough and well explained information to help understand the inspection report provided.Certainly worth the price for quality and efficiency!!
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Waimarie
3/13/2023
Very punctual, detailed report and accurate advice.
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Les ley
1/05/2026
Great service, easy to book, thorough
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Sylvie Myers
9/13/2022
Carl is extremely professional. Reliable, responsible and incredibly thorough. Thanks to his inspection I felt assured that the car I was buying was worthy and I also got a list of things that would need to get fixed immediately and in the middle term. Very recommended!
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Ale VerdeMar
8/22/2020
Carl checked out a Lexus CT200H for me as I don't live locally. I was super impressed with the detail and depth of his inspection and the subsequent reports and photos. Definitely one of the best vehicle inspections I have had done and Carl is very professional
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Paul Sutton
9/13/2022
Every once in a while you get an exceptional, far exceeding expectations level of service. If you EVER need a comprehensive check of your vehicle, a pre-inspection then this is the gentleman to go to. His communication was first rate, he actually went out of his way to get our pre-inspection sorted and provided an outstanding level of service. Prices are more than reasonable and are terrific value for what you get. Carl is a good chap who clearly takes pride in his work. A rare thing these days. Do yourself a favour- look no further. Thank you Carl!
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Darren White
12/13/2023
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
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Jeremy Stockton
5/24/2026
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+++
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Ezra
11/03/2025
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.
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Eric Hansen
9/23/2025
I highly recommend Carl for pre purchase inspections after receiving great prompt service, fully detailed reports and photos when buying my Toyota Hybrid. I can now drive happily with peace of mind. Thank you very much Carl.
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Sue Matthews
6/09/2024
I contacted Carl to carry out a pre-purchase vehicle inspection for us on a hybrid vehicle over a weekend, at very short notice. He carried out the inspection on the Saturday morning, and delivered the extremely comprehensive report to us by Sunday morning. Fantastic service, great communication, and excellent value for money - giving us confidence to buy the vehicle knowing we've checked everything possible, and have minimised our risk. Extremely happy with InCar Automotive and will be recommending them to all our family and friends. Thanks Carl!!
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Rebecca Cleghorn
12/22/2021
Highly recommend. Very thorough testing of a Prius that I bought. Would definitely use again.
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WM A
9/17/2026
Just got my Toyota Aqua inspected, but even before I get the full report from Carl, I am already so relieved!I specifically found him because of his advanced gear for EVs and hybrids. Not only is he knowledgeable but also meticulously detail oriented, he pointed out things I just couldn't have found. I am super happy with his service. He is a great guy in every way and no way will I ever buy a car without having Carl give his thumbs up 🙂 Just book him, your new car deserves this!!
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M S
8/22/2020
Excellent service by Carl. Has looked at 4 cars for me now , 3 of which were lemons so he stopped inspections straight away and only charged a small fee. Very honest too. Finally number 4 car was an awesome find. In depth and thorough inspection with detailed reports, tests and photos. Highly recommend would use again. Thanks!
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Vanessa Reed
5/08/2025
Great quick service, organised time with current owner, came the next day. Very good thorough reports & photos. Puts your mind at rest knowing someone qualified has looked over the vehicle. Recommend Carl to anyone looking for a pre-purchase inspection. Thanks Carl for travelling a wee bit further. And for the communication, spot on 🙂
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Melissa Grant
9/13/2022
Best experience for a pre-purchase inspection I've ever had. Carl was great to deal with right from the start with clear comms right thru the process to completion. His report was incredibly detailed yet also providing a simple to digest summary. Could not have asked for anything more in helping me make my purchase decision.
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anton blijlevens
8/31/2024
Simply the best 100%. It's hard to describe how exceptional Carls expert service. I honestly couldn't believe how much detail & personalization to my car inspection. It gave me 100% confidence in making a purchase with the inspection of the vehicle I purchased from a dealer in Auckland. I've already told a lot of friends & family about him, and recommended any kind of vehicle brand from Euro to Japanese & more. Earlier on this year (2020) I was looking at a vehicle & was unsure about the mechanical reliability, Carl ran a check & called me straight away to let me know his opinion about something discovered before the check was even done. With that information I left the car purchase & felt great about knowing it wasn't a loss. Recently I called Carl again for a vehicle that was more suitable, and he checked everything impeccably, also took a couple of phone calls I felt were burden to make! But he said call back anytime with more questions. Went ahead & bought the car without doubt. Cheers!
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Brett Band
11/22/2021
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!
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Francisco Mabres
5/23/2026
Had inspection done a year ago. If there is a service that deserves 5 star, this is it. Wish more people had same work ethics as Carl. No cap.
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Manasvi Tyagi
12/24/2024
Carl was extremely professional, proficient and overall I am very satisfied with his service. He provided a detailed report with everything inspected & tons of photos detailed and even completed his inspection in the rain. I would definitely recommend using his inspection service.
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Mark Jujnovich
7/22/2022
非常满意与 Incar Automotive 的 Carl 的合作体验!他在电动车和混合动力车检查方面非常专业,不仅知识丰富、检查细致,而且性格很好——友善、诚实,沟通非常顺畅。 让我印象特别深刻的是整个流程非常方便。Carl 提供上门服务,直接来到我家进行检查,省时又省事。他的服务性价比也很高,检查非常全面,价格却非常合理。 如果你正在新西兰寻找一位可靠且专业的电动车/混动车检测专家,我强烈推荐 Carl!以后需要的话我一定还会找他。
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Aiden Carl
7/19/2025
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
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Krystie
4/28/2026
Brilliant support. Inspected couple of hybrid battery systems on cars that I wanted to buy. Provides detailed inspection results, and the photos he sent helped me make an informed choice. I 'd recommend him to anyone looking to buy a used car.
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Jishnu Ramachandran
5/22/2022
Excellent service. They go to the car - rather that you taking the car to a place. They are easy to communicate with and the service is prompt and well worth the money. Highly recommended.
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Lorraine Burns
2/13/2023
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!
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Kyle Ranudo
10/26/2025

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