Your inspector is Antone.
Antone Hempstock, founder of Lemon Squad and an ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technician, personally inspects the vehicle. You know who is doing the work and who to contact about the findings.
MOBILE USED CAR INSPECTIONS · WASHINGTON
Mobile Pre-Purchase Car Inspections — We come to the car
Find the car. We’ll find the quirks.
Lemon Squad founder30+ years inspecting vehiclesFully insured
Know what needs attention before you buy. Get an independent inspection, detailed photos, and a clear report—at the seller’s location.
From $299You don’t need to attendWe coordinate with the seller
Our goal: by the end of the next business day.
Subject to availability, seller access and safe conditions. Date confirmed separately.
ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technician
Modern $299 · Classic $399
Check the vehicle’s ZIP code →
Based in the Olympia area. Explore our service area →
WE COMETO THE CAR
Your next car shouldn’t.
WE COVER A LOT OF WASHINGTON
Found the car?
We’ll come to it.
From roughly an hour south of Olympia, north through Seattle to Bellingham, about two hours’ drive east of I‑5 along that corridor, and the entire Olympic Peninsula. You don’t need to attend.
Olympia & southSeattle to BellinghamAbout 2 hours east of I‑5Olympic Peninsula
Explore our service area →Do we inspect where the car is?
Use the vehicle’s ZIP code, even if you live out of state.
Not seeing your area? Call 206-843-7600—let’s check.
ZIP-level guidance, not a guaranteed appointment date. Location lookup: Google Maps.Dealer or private sellerWe inspect at the seller’s location.
Measurements & detailed photosPaint readings, tire depth & supported scans.
Secure online reportYour findings, together in one place.
ONE INSPECTOR. PERSONAL ATTENTION.
Your inspector.
Not a mystery.
I’m Antone Hempstock, founder of Lemon Squad in 2007, with more than 30 years in the automotive inspection industry, and your ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technician. I personally inspect the vehicle you’re considering, document what I find, and explain it in plain English.
No repair sales pitch. Just a clearer picture before you buy.
ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technician
ASE stands for Automotive Service Excellence. My active Master Automobile Technician certification reflects qualifications across multiple automotive systems.
Meet your inspector →PERSONAL EXPERTISE. CLEAR ANSWERS.
Know who’s checking the car.
Understand what they find.
Details you can actually use.
Photos, individual tire measurements, paint-thickness readings on compatible panels, and supported diagnostic scan results put the observations in context. The report explains what deserves attention in plain English.
A report walkthrough with Antone.
Included with either inspection, at no extra charge. After you’ve read your report, Antone will walk you through the findings, explain priorities and answer your questions by phone.
Call 206-843-7600 to arrange your walkthrough →A minimum five-mile test drive is included when the vehicle is safe to drive and the seller permits it. We record before- and after-test-drive mileage and document any road-test limitations.
Fully insured. No repair sales pitch. We come to the seller’s location, document the vehicle’s condition and help you understand the findings before you decide. To arrange your included walkthrough after the report is ready, call or reply to your report-ready email. Customer calls: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Pacific.
TWO PACKAGES. ONE CAREFUL INSPECTOR.
Good cars have stories.
Let’s check the plot.
Choose by model year. Gasoline, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles follow the same age rule. We’ll take a careful look before you commit to the commute—or the coast.
01 / THE EVERYDAY DRIVER↗
Modern Used Car Inspection
Model year 2006 and newer
Vehicles 20 years old and newer — gasoline, diesel, hybrid & electric
$299per inspection
A careful look before your next big adventure.
- ✓Exterior, interior & visible underbody
- ✓Powertrain checks & supported diagnostic scan
- ✓Road test when safe and permitted
- ✓Photos, findings & a readable digital report
- ✓Personal report walkthrough with Antone included
02 / THE ENTHUSIAST↗
Classic Car Inspection
Model year 2005 and older
Vehicles more than 20 years old
$399per inspection
A little more history. A little more character. Extra attention to age, wear and prior repairs.
- ✓Body condition & visible repair evidence
- ✓Engine, drivetrain & visible corrosion
- ✓Interior, accessories & road-test observations
- ✓Detailed photo documentation
- ✓Personal report walkthrough with Antone included
Choose your inspection by model year.
Modern Used Car Inspection includes electric and hybrid vehicles. EV/hybrid checks cover accessible systems, charging observations, and supported diagnostics; they do not certify high-voltage battery capacity or health. Inspection scheduling is confirmed with you and the seller.
CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
A clearer picture.
In their own words.
“I was about to buy a 2017 Highlander that looked perfect. The inspector found signs of a previous front-end collision and a slow coolant leak the seller never mentioned. I walked away and found a better one a week later. Worth every penny.”
“I live in Spokane and was buying a truck from a private seller in Tacoma. They inspected it the next day and sent a detailed report with photos. I felt like I’d seen the truck myself before I made the drive.”
“I know nothing about cars and was nervous about buying used. The report explained everything in plain language, including what was urgent and what could wait. Highly recommend for anyone buying their first car.”
Shared with permission. Each review describes that customer’s experience; findings, timing and purchase outcomes vary.
LESS GUESSWORK. MORE OPEN ROAD.
A clear trail from listing to decision.
Choose & book
Select a package, tell us about the car, and pay securely through Square.
Confirm & inspect
Your inspector coordinates access with the seller and records findings and photos.
Read & decide
Sign in to view your completed report, review areas of concern, and save a printable copy.
02 / UNDER THE SURFACE
More than
a first impression.
A structured inspection, photos to put findings in context, and room for the concerns that matter to you.
01Vehicle verification+
- VIN & advertised details
- Odometer reading
- Keys & records supplied
02Exterior & structure+
- Body panels & finish
- Glass, mirrors & seals
- Visible rust & repair evidence
- Visible underbody condition
03Tires, brakes & suspension+
- Front tires & tread measurements
- Rear tires & tread measurements
- Visible brake components
- Visible suspension & steering
- Parking brake operation
04Engine & fluids+
- Starting & idle
- Visible leaks
- Belts & hoses
- Accessible fluid levels
- Battery & connections
- Cooling-system operation
- Visible exhaust condition
05Interior & electrical+
- Seats & trim
- Seat belts
- Windows & locks
- Lighting & signals
- Heating & air conditioning
- Dashboard warning lights
- Wipers & washers
- Horn operation
06Electric & hybrid (where applicable)+
- Dashboard battery & charging alerts
- Charge port & cable visible condition
- Charging demonstration if available
- Accessible EV-system diagnostic findings
- Displayed range & battery information (not a capacity test)
- Accessible electric-drive cooling & fluid observations
07Diagnostics & road test+
- Scan results & recorded codes
- Acceleration & shifting
- Steering & suspension observations
- Braking performance
- Test conditions & limitations
Visual, non-invasive checks of accessible components. Road tests depend on safety and seller permission. This is a condition snapshot, not a warranty, valuation, emissions test, or guarantee against future problems.
INSPECTION STORIES
What we find.
Go beyond the listing. Explore the symptoms, findings and next steps from Antone’s mechanical inspection work.
2016 Subaru Forester · Pre-purchase inspection
A good drive. Three concerns to follow up.
A five-mile road test, A/C and brake concerns, a windshield crack, and four history codes explained in context.
Read the story →
2022 Volkswagen Golf R
Blue smoke. A failed turbo bearing.
A closer look at the turbocharger identified a failed bearing after blue smoke appeared.
Read the story →
2021 Chevrolet Colorado
Slipping gears. Contaminated fluid.
Slipping and harsh shifts led to a transmission diagnosis, with burnt fluid and metal contamination.
Read the story →
2024 Triumph Tiger 900
A misfire. Compression escaping.
An owner-present inspection identified a failed head gasket. Head removal was needed to assess further damage.
Read the story →USED CAR BUYING ADVICE
Know what to ask.
Know what comes next.
Explore our guides to mobile inspections, seller questions, out-of-state purchases, hybrids and EVs, and classic cars.
Explore buying advice →MOBILE SERVICE. LOCAL EXPERIENCE.
Used car inspections across our Washington service area.
Based in the Olympia area, we inspect vehicles at dealers and private sellers across our Washington service area—from Seattle, Tacoma and Olympia to Everett, Marysville, Mount Vernon, Burlington and Bellingham, the entire Olympic Peninsula and about two hours east of the I-5 corridor. Your inspection is performed by an ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technician.
FREE VIN DECODER
Know the specs before the next step.
Look up available year, make, model, engine and drivetrain details using NHTSA data. A useful starting point before an independent inspection.
Decode a VIN for free →GOOD QUESTIONS. STRAIGHT ANSWERS.
What areas do you serve?
We offer mobile inspections across our Washington service area, including Olympia, Seattle, Everett, Marysville, Mount Vernon, Burlington, Bellingham, the entire Olympic Peninsula and about two hours east of the I-5 corridor. Share the vehicle’s exact location when booking so we can coordinate the inspection.
Do I need to meet the inspector?
You don’t need to attend. The seller provides access to the vehicle, and your inspector coordinates with them. Share accurate contact details and confirm they’re willing to allow an inspection.
When will the inspection happen?
We aim to complete your inspection by the end of the next business day after you place your order. Timing depends on inspector availability, seller access, and safe inspection conditions. A date is confirmed separately; paying does not guarantee a particular time.
What does the report include?
A written summary, component findings, inspection limitations, and uploaded photos. You can view it after publication and use your browser’s print option to save a PDF.