Pick one service or bundle the lot. Pricing is flat-rate and confirmed in writing before anything starts.
On-site, 142-point inspection at the seller's location anywhere in Central Illinois. Includes a battery and charging-system test, OBD-II diagnostic scan, paint-thickness check on every panel, undercarriage assessment, and a written report with photographs delivered within 24 hours.
VIN-level audit cross-referencing NMVTIS, state DMV records, recall databases, and accident reports. We look specifically for odometer rollback, salvage/rebuilt branding, flood exposure, lemon-law buybacks, and lien history.
Pre-visit strategy session covering target price, walk-away number, trade-in handling, and the exact language to use on add-ons and F&I products. Includes a one-page script you can keep in your pocket.
Michael accompanies you to the dealership and handles the conversation. Covers up to three hours on-site. Most clients save five to ten times the fee.
Before you sign extended warranty, GAP, paint protection, key-replacement or tire-and-wheel products, send us the paperwork. We mark up the contract and tell you what's worth the money.
Two-hour education session for students, new arrivals, and first-time financers. We cover credit basics, financing math, total cost of ownership, insurance shopping, and the most common dealer playbooks.
On-site visits across Decatur, Springfield, Champaign-Urbana, Bloomington-Normal, Lincoln, Taylorville, Forsyth, and the towns between. Outside the area? Phone and document-based consultations are available statewide.
Same-day visits typically available. Home base — Elwin sits 4 miles south of Decatur.
48-hour scheduling, full inspection radius covered.
Frequent trips. Popular with U of I students and faculty buying first cars.
Send us the listing or VIN. We'll tell you which step makes sense — no obligation.
Ask Michael