Mechanical inspection
Engine, transmission, clutch, brakes, suspension and steering checked for wear, leaks and faults.
- Engine & transmission
- Brakes & suspension
- Leaks & wear
Pre-Purchase Inspections, Benalla.
Thinking of buying a used car, 4WD or ute around Benalla? We inspect it top to bottom and tell you straight what you are buying, before you hand over the money.
5.09 Google Reviews
Honest, independent report
What we do
Know what you are buying before you buy it.
A few hundred dollars now can save you thousands later. We give every vehicle a thorough independent check and a clear report you can act on.
Body, tyres & safety
Body, tyres, lights and visible signs of past damage or repair assessed for safety and condition.
- Body & past-repair signs
- Tyres & brakes
- Lights & safety
Clear written report
A plain-English report of what is good, what needs attention and what it might cost, so you can buy or walk with confidence.
- Plain-English report
- Issues & rough costs
- Buy or walk with confidence
Why use us
Honest work, fair price, less hassle.
Straight diagnosis, no upsell
You get told what actually needs doing and what can wait. We are not here to pad the bill.
Sharper pricing, no dealer markup
Workshop rates without the dealership overhead. Same standard, less money.
Local, family-run, same mechanic every time
You deal with the person doing the work, not a service writer. Over five years in Benalla and here to stay.
Free local pick up and drop off
We collect from home or work anywhere across Benalla and drop it back when it is done. No day off needed.
Why it is worth it
Why get a pre-purchase inspection.
A used car can hide expensive problems behind a clean-looking exterior. An independent check protects you and your money.
- Spot hidden mechanical faults
- Catch signs of past crash damage
- Know the real condition, not the sales pitch
- Use the report to negotiate the price
- Avoid buying an expensive lemon
- Independent, with no stake in the sale
- Peace of mind before you pay
- Advice from a qualified mechanic
How it works
Book it. We pick it up. Done.
Simple process. No surprises. Same mechanic from start to finish.
- 01
Tell us the car
Call or message with the vehicle details and where it is. We will book you in fast, before the sale slips away.
- 02
Vehicle comes in
Bring the car to our Benalla workshop, or talk to us about arranging access where the car is.
- 03
Full inspection
We go through it top to bottom, mechanical and safety, with a road test and diagnostic scan where applicable.
- 04
You get the report
A clear, plain-English report of what is good, what needs attention and rough costs, so you can buy or walk.
Google reviews
What They Say.
A few words from Benalla locals and engine customers. Snippets shown, read the full ones on Google.
After a bad experience with a previous engine builder, I was reluctant to trust anyone else. After talking with Matt, Chantelle and Jett it was obvious my engine was in good hands. A few weeks later, my V8 was back to me all sorted and running a treat.
Joel Thornton
V8 engine rebuild · a month ago
The team at Benalla Engine Reconditioning helped get my 4x4 back on the road at short notice after a sudden breakdown left me stranded. The owners and mechanics are an absolute asset to the local community. I cannot thank them enough for the professionalism, work and support they provided.
Steve Jager
4x4 breakdown · 3 weeks ago
I highly recommend Matt and Chantelle for all your mechanical needs and repairs. Confident, friendly and valuable staff, with the added bonus of affordable and flexible pricing. Do not look past these guys.
Holly Chisholm
Mechanical repairs · a year ago
About us
Meet Matt & Chantelle.
We’re Matt and Chantelle, and we took this place on more than five years ago.
We started small, with a willingness to graft and a belief we could do it better. Long days. Working things out as we went. Keeping the doors open one week at a time.
That work ethic still runs the place. Every engine, every service, every job gets the same attention to detail. We do the job right, and we stand behind it.
What we’re most proud of is the customers who keep coming back, the locals who send their mates our way, and the workshops that trust us with their engines. That backing is what built this business.
Five years in. Just getting started.
Matt & Chantelle
Owners, Benalla Engine Reco
The workshop
12 Sydney Road, Benalla.
Family-run, locally owned, set up for the long jobs. Bring the vehicle in, ship the engine across, or send us a message and we will work out the simplest way forward.
- Phone
- 5762 1832
- Hours
- Mon – Fri · 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
- Closed
- Saturday & Sunday
FAQ
Common questions about pre-purchase inspections.
Anything we have not covered, give us a call and we will sort it.
We check the engine, transmission, clutch, brakes, suspension, steering, tyres, body and safety items, plus a road test and diagnostic scan where applicable. You get a clear report of what we find.
Book an inspection
Inspect it before you buy.
Send through the vehicle details and where it is. We will book it in before the sale slips away.