RedBook Inspect

RedBook Inspect (RBI) is a national provider of vehicle inspection services, and offers mobile, fixed site, and remote technology solutions. RBI serves as the exclusive partner of carsales in the independent dealer/certified inspection segment.

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Benefits of RedBook Inspect

Help build trust through transparency

RBI seller inspections enable you the opportunity to build greater trust with your buyers and help provide added credibility to your stock.

Source new stock with more confidence

RBI inspect cars Australia-wide, offering physical inspections in metro areas and remote solutions everywhere else, making it easier for you to source used car inventory and buy interstate with more confidence.

Reports from qualified inspectors

All RBI inspectors are qualified mechanics. Every inspection includes a detailed digital report.
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Features of RedBook Inspect
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Simple to book

Simply fill in your details, and we will take care of the rest. 

Fast turnaround

Receive your digital report quickly, right after the inspection has been processed. 

Qualified experts

Qualified experts and remote assessors are available from Monday to Saturday. 

National coverage

Physical inspections available in most metropolitan areas with Remote Vehicle Assessment (RVA) available nation – wide via internet connection. 
RedBook Inspect Options

Here to help you move stock faster and increase lead quality, RBI inspect your used car stock to help you sell. Dealer Seller inspections are available on a subscription program for 3, 6, or 12 months, where the inspector comes to you on a scheduled basis depending on stock levels. Inspection reports add value to your listings and give buyers increased confidence.

Vehicles that pass the inspection and meet the necessary requirements (see carsales Approved below) qualify as ‘carsales Approved’ on carsales listings, providing added credibility and creating further buyer interest.

Dealer Seller inspections can help:

  • Make your listing more attractive to interstate buyers, helping to increase your customer pool
  • Decrease your time to sell
  • Differentiate your vehicles online
  • Achieve increased and justified sales prices

Inspections from $69 (excl. GST) per vehicle.

Re-inspections from $40 (excl. GST) per vehicle.

To find out more about our subscription model, full inspection rates and ordering functionality – please email info@redbookinspect.com.au

Are you buying cars around Australia for your dealership?

RBI’s in-person mobile inspections and Remote Vehicle Assessments can help take out the guesswork, so that you can source vehicles with more confidence.

Dealer buyer inspections can help provide:

  • Cost savings when sourcing vehicles interstate.
  • Peace of mind regarding vehicle spend prior to purchase.
  • Time savings for dealers looking to increase purchasing volume.

Dealer ‘Buyer’ Inspections are priced at $200 per inspection

Attract more customer interest with carsales Approved

 

Automatically applied (at no additional cost) for all Dealer Seller inspected vehicles that pass the inspection and meet the necessary requirements. Each carsales Approved vehicle is enhanced by the strength of the carsales brand, featuring a highly visible digital badge and a carsales Approved vehicle inspection report.

 

For a vehicle to receive carsales Approved certification, it must:

 

  • Receive a RedBook Inspect inspection star rating of at least 4 (out of five)
  • Have travelled less than 160,000km
  • Be less than 10 years old

RBI’s dealer referral program enables dealers to earn extra revenue for every completed inspection, without any cost to your dealership.  For every customer you refer to RBI, you will receive $50* per completed inspection!

What’s involved:

If a customer books a RBI pre-purchase inspection on a used car in your dealership, you will be eligible for a referral incentive*

  1. Join as a referral partner (at no cost) and receive a welcome pack, including POS materials and a QR code for your dealership
  2. Customers book their pre-purchase inspection via this QR code
  3. A qualified RBI expert attends your dealership and conducts an inspection
  4. Earn $50* for every completed inspection booked via your QR code

Benefits:

  • Greater trust in stock quality for your buyers.
  • Efficiency and fast turnaround of report.
  • Help customers make smarter purchases.

Disclaimer: *Referral Terms and Conditions apply. Displayed price includes GST. Referral program may be withdrawn or amended by RedBook Inspect at any time.

Checks covered within each inspection report:

ENGINE

We detect engine fault codes using a scan tool that plugs into the engine management system.

DETAILED REPORT

Detailed digital report including photos, written off history, stolen records and more. 

EXTERIOR/UNDERBODY

Visual inspection for rust, previous body repairs, panels and suspension. 

ACCIDENT DAMAGE

A paint depth gauge test is used to check for previous cosmetic repairs. A visual inspection is used for evidence of accident, hail and flood damage. 

INTERIOR

Checks are done on heating/air conditioning, horn, seat belts, locks, warning lights and more. 

ROAD TEST

Checks are done on brake operation, engine noise, exhaust emissions, steering/suspension and more. 

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