a source report Car Inspection Time and Booking Guide

If you are buying a car in another city, the inspection process can still work without you being there. reportedly its car inspection usually takes 45 minutes to 1 hour, but some packages can stretch the visit to 90 minutes. The verified digital report then arrives within 60 minutes after a manager reviews it.

That timing matters for buyers who want to make a fast deal. A 2 p.m. inspection, for example, may still be running until 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. depending on the package. Sellers should keep the car, the keys, and enough space ready for the full window so the inspector can finish without delays.

Set aside the full inspection window

a source report uses a 200-plus point checklist during the visit. The inspector checks the car’s body and paint, engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, tyres, air conditioning, windows, lights, and electrical controls.

The check is done on the spot and does not involve dismantling the vehicle. If the inspector cannot reach a part, that gap should be noted in the report. Buyers can then decide whether they need a separate workshop check.

A road test may also happen, but only if the seller allows it and the inspector thinks the car is safe to drive.

When the report arrives

The verified report is prepared after a manager reviews it, then sent by SMS and email. Buyers should not rely only on the overall score. The report also includes photos, section scores, and the inspector’s comments.

Those comments can be more useful than the headline score. A car may score well in one area but still need parts replaced. Buyers should read the notes carefully before they start price talks or pay a token.

If a seller already has an older inspection report, match the chassis number, inspection date, and mileage before trusting it. A car can change after repairs, heavy use, or fresh damage.

How to book a a source report inspection

To book an inspection, buyers need to:

• choose a used-car inspection or a pre-delivery inspection for a new car

• enter the make, model, year, and variant

• add the exact address where the car will be parked

• give their own phone number and email address

• pick a slot and follow the payment steps

a source report also lists 042-111-943-357 as a booking contact number. Buyers should still confirm current availability and charges before making plans.

What sellers should prepare

The seller should make sure someone can:

• unlock and start the car

• hand over the keys

• move the car if it is parked too tightly

• share access instructions for basements, gates, or security points

If the car is at a dealership, the buyer should confirm which branch has it and who will provide access on the day.

Buying from another city

A buyer in Islamabad can arrange an inspection in Lahore if the seller can make the car available at the agreed address. The key point is access: the seller must be ready for the inspector and keep the car available for up to 90 minutes.

Before paying, buyers should confirm the exact address, slot, and whether the car can actually be shown at that time. They should also check whether any rescheduling or cancellation fee applies.

If needed, bookings can be changed in the a source report app through Menu

My Bookings > Reschedule.

For more on inspection reports and how to read them, see DrivePK Car Inspection Report: Buy Used Cars Safely and DrivePK Car Inspection Reports: Buy with Confidence.

Bottom line: book only after the seller confirms access, the exact location, and the car’s availability. Then wait for the verified report before making your final offer.

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