INSPECTION REPORT
Date:
Inspector: Please
request Title be available
Date and Time of inspection:
With whom did you confirm appt:
Year, Make & Model: 68
Olds 442 Convertible 2-Door
Dealership (if any)
Contact:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone:
Instructions: This is a pre-purchase inspection. Our client is the buyer.
Test Drive:
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Does the vehicle drive straight? Y or N |
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Steering Performance? Tight or Sloppy |
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Brake Performance? Good or Needs Work |
POOR – NEED WORK |
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Suspension Noise? Comment |
NONE WHEN BOUNCE TESTED |
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Bounce Test? Comment |
GOOD |
Comments:
THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND
THE LIGHT CAME ON. THE INSPECTOR DID
Engine:
Engine Size: |
400 |
Designation: (SS) |
N/A |
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Performance |
GOOD |
Oil Level / Quality |
FULL & GOOD |
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Carburetor (Make/Model) |
AFB 4 BARREL, UNKNOWN CFM. |
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Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
NO |
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Comments: THE
ENGINE RUNS SMOOTH WITH NO SMOKING OR ROUGH IDLE. THE ENGINE SOUNDS
LIKE IT HAS A
Transmission:
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Transmission Type: |
AUTO |
FWD / RWD |
RWD |
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Fluid Level / Quality |
FULL & GOOD |
Clutch Operation |
N/A |
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Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
NO |
Miss Shifts |
N/A |
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Performance |
GOOD |
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Comments: THE
TRANSMISISON ENGAGED THE GEARS WELL BUT COULD NOT BE FULLY TESTED.
Steering:
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Steering Type |
POWER |
Performance |
GOOD |
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Fluid Level/Quality |
FULL & GOOD |
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Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
NO |
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Comments: THE
STEERING IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED.
Brakes:
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Brake Type: |
4 WAY DRUM |
Performance: |
POOR |
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Fluid Level / quality |
LOW AND POOR |
Noises |
NO |
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Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
NO |
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Comments: THE
BRAKES GO TO THE FLOOR. THE INSPECTOR DID NOT SEE A LEAK. THE BRAKES NEED WORK
ON THEM.
Rear End:
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U-Joints: |
GOOD |
Performance: |
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Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
NO |
Noises |
UNKNOWN |
Comments: THE
REAR END IS NOT LEAKING BUT COULD NOT BE PERFORMANCE TESTED.
Air Conditioning:
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Air Conditioning: |
SEE COMMENTS |
Operation / Noises |
N/A |
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Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
N/A |
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Temperature Control: |
N/A |
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Comments: THE
VEHICLE WAS ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH A/C. THE SELLER DOES HAVE THE A/C SYSTEM
BUT IT’S NOT INSTALLED.
Suspension:
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Suspension Type |
COIL FRONT AND LEAF REAR |
Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
NO |
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Operation / Noise |
NO |
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Drive Train Type |
RWD |
Operation / Noise |
N/A |
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Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
NO |
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Comments: THE SUSPENSION APPEARS GOOD.
Cooling System: Radiator
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Temperature / Fan |
GOOD |
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Performance / Noise: |
GOOD |
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Signs/Evidence of Leaks |
NO |
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Comments: THE
VEHICLE MAINTAINS
Wheels / Tires Type:
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Type (Manufacturer/Factory): |
OEM WHEELS BF GOODWRICH TIRES |
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Tire
Size: |
Front – 235 60 15 Rear – 235 60 16 |
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Tread
Depth: |
7/32" |
Comments: THE
WHEELS AND TIRES ARE IN GOOD CONDITION.
Exhaust:
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Type |
DUAL |
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Mufflers: |
OEM |
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Headers: |
MANIFOLDS |
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Accessories (i.e. chrome tips, etc) |
YES- GOOD CHROME TIPS |
Comments: THE
EXHAUST SOUNDS GOOD WITH NO LEAKS.
(OP –
Operational INOP –
Inoperable or N/A)
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Exterior Lighting |
#1 INOP |
Interior Lighting |
#2 INOP |
Horn |
OP |
Turn Signals |
OP |
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Power Windows |
N/A |
Power Locks |
N/A |
Power Seats |
N/A |
Gauges |
OP |
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Power Mirrors |
N/A |
Clock |
N/A |
Trunk Release |
N/A |
Wipers |
OP |
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Security System |
N/A |
Fuel Door |
N/A |
Hood Release |
N/A |
Power Antenna |
N/A |
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Radio |
#3 INOP |
Rear Defrost |
N/A |
Cruise Control |
N/A |
Heater |
OP |
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Convertible Top |
#4 INOP |
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Comments: #1
THE BRAKE LIGHTS ARE INOP, #2 THE CONSOLE LIGHT IS WORKING, THE LEFT AND
RIGHT REAR INTERIOR LIGHTS ARE MISSING
BULBS AND LENSES. THE LEFT WIPER EXTENSION ARM
COMES OFF THE PIVOT. #3 THE STOCK RADIO
IS INSTALLED AND HAS STATIC. THERE IS AFTERMARKET
SONY RADIO INSTALLED UNDER THE DASH,
WHICH OPERATES. #4 THE CONVERTIBLE TOP WILL NOT GO
DOWN AT ALL. THE TOP IS ELECTRIC AND THE
MOTOR CAN BE HEARD WORKING.
Interior:
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Interior: |
GOOD |
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Seat Color: |
BLUE |
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Seat Cover Material |
VINYL |
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Seat Cover Condition |
SEE COMMENTS |
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Headliner/Dash/Carpet |
SEE COMMENTS |
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Trunk Area, Under Carpet |
GOOD |
Comments: SCUFF
ON BACK OF DRIVERS SEAT. ALL OTHER SEATS ARE GOOD. THE DASH HAS SCUFF
MARKS IN THE CENTER AND APPEARS TO HAVE
A LARGE CRACK (SEE PHOTO 54). THE CONVERTIBLE TOP
FABRIC IS IN GOOD CONDITION. THE CARPET
IS IN GOOD CONDITION. THE STEERING WHEEL AND
INSTRUMENT PANEL ARE IN GOOD CONDITION.
BODY & PAINT
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Exterior |
2 DOOR CONVERTIBLE |
Quality of Paint |
GOOD |
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Body Straight? Waves? |
NO WAVES |
Any scratches, orange peel? (please comment) |
NO |
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Color |
WHITE |
Collision Damage – |
YES - SEE COMMENTS |
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Sports Options |
NO |
Glass Condition – |
GOOD |
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Any Signs of Bondo? |
NO |
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Rust anywhere? (please be specific) |
YES- SEE COMMENTS |
Condition of chrome - |
GOOD |
Comments: ON
THE RIGHT FRONT FENDER AROUND THE WHEEL WELL HAS A SMALL DENT, WHICH
HAS BEEN PAINTED OVER. THIS IS ONLY
3" LONG. THERE IS NO BREAKING IN THE PAINT. THE RIGHT REAR
CORNER ABOVE THE BUMPER HAS BROKEN PAINT
FROM COLLISION AND THERE IS RUST PRESENT.
THERE IS LIGHT RUST ON THE INSIDE OF THE DOOR JAMB ON THE RIGHT SIDE. THE
CHROME IS ALL IN
GOOD CONDITION.
UNDERCARRIAGE
FRAME
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Front End Type: |
LONG ARM SHORT ARM |
Condition? |
GOOD |
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Floor Pan: Hard or soft? |
HARD |
Any rust? |
SURFACE RUST |
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Trunk Pan: Hard or soft? |
HARD |
Any rust? |
SURFACE
VISIBLE |
Comments: THERE
IS LIGHT SURFACE RUST ON THE FRAME. THE FRAME APPEARS VERY STRUCTURALLY SOUND.
Vehicle Modifications:
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STEREO |
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Comments:
IS THE TITLE AVAILABLE?
YES – THE PICUTRE WAS BLURRY AND HAD OWNER FAX A COPY.
WHAT IS THE VIN NUMBER ON THE TITLE? 344678M428769 – AS TAKEN FROM
FAX COPY.
VIN DECODING AS RESEARCHED THROUGH OLDSMOBILE VIN
DECODING ON INTERNET:
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WHAT IS THE VIN # ON THE DASH PAD? (THE TAG ON THE VEHICLE IS ILLEGIBLE)
BY LIGHTENING UP THE PHOTO, IT APPEARS TO MATCH
THE TITLE.
WHAT IS THE BLOCK NUMBER ON THE ENGINE (IF ACCESSIBLE)? N/A
RECORD PLATE INFO (all info on firewall tag, fender tag,
door tag or dash tag depending on the car):
ILLEGIBLE
ARE THE ODOMETER TUMBLERS ALIGNED? YES
CURRENT MILEAGE: 22802
IS THERE MUCH BRAKE PEDAL WEAR? NO
CONDITION: LOW
CLASS THREE
(See attached breakdown of Classes)
FAIR MARKET VALUE: **$18,700.00**
OVERALL COMMENTS:
1) THE ENGINE RUNS SMOOTH WITH NO SMOKING OR ROUGH IDLE. THE
ENGINE SOUNDS LIKE IT HAS A
2) THERE IS LIGHT SURFACE RUST ON THE FRAME. THE FRAME APPEARS TO
BE STRUCTURALLY SOUND. THE RIGHT FRONT FENDER AROUND THE WHEEL WELL HAS A SMALL
DENT, WHICH HAS BEEN PAINTED OVER. THIS IS APPROXIMATELY 3" LONG. THERE IS
NO BREAKING IN THE PAINT. THE RIGHT REAR CORNER ABOVE THE BUMPER HAS BROKEN
PAINT FROM COLLISION AND THERE IS RUST. THERE IS LIGHT RUST ON THE INSIDE OF
THE DOOR JAM ON THE RIGHT SIDE. THE CHROME IS ALL IN GOOD CONDITION.
3) THERE IS A SCUFF ON BACK OF DRIVER’S SEAT. ALL OTHER SEATS ARE
GOOD. THE DASH HAS SCUFF MARKS IN THE CENTER.
4) THE CONVERTIBLE TOP FABRIC IS IN GOOD CONDITION. THE CARPET IS
IN GOOD CONDITION. THE STEERING WHEEL AND INSTRUMENT PANEL ARE IN GOOD
CONDITION.
5) THE RIGHT WINDOW DOES NOT FIT TIGHT BUT THIS APPEARS TO BE DUE
TO THE WEATHER STRIPPING. ALL OTHER WINDOW GAPS ARE GOOD.
6) THE TITLE SHOWS THIS VEHICLE TO BE A CUTLASS.
** THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE ROAD TESTED DUE TO
MECHANICAL LIMITS OF THE VEHICLE. THE VALUE PLACED ON THIS VEHICLE ASSUMES THE
ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, REAR END, AND BRAKES ARE ALL FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AT THE
TIME OF PURCHASE. IF THESE COMPONENTS ARE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AT THE TIME
OF PURCHASE, THE VALUE WOULD DROP ACCORDINGLY.
HERE
ARE THE INSPECTION PHOTOS:
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DISCLAIMER:
This
inspection and the opinions expressed are exactly that, opinions. Many parts
perform perfectly until the moment of failure. Failure may occur suddenly and
without warning. The inspector and/or all parties relative to the compilation
of this report cannot accept liability for failures, which may occur after the inspection is completed. By accepting this report, the consumer acknowledges that the
inspector and/or all parties relative to the compilation of this report, cannot
be held responsible for any and all alleged vehicle defects, and further, the
consumer releases and holds harmless the inspector and/or all parties relative
to the compilation of this report from any and all further claims on this
vehicle. No warranty for this vehicle is implied or given by the inspector
and/or all parties relative to the compilation of this report. In each case,
the consumer has the opportunity to see the car in person before he or she buys
the car. Buying this car based on this report alone is completely at the
consumers’ own risk.
JJ’s Auto Pre-Purchase Inspections does not
do the inspection for you. JJ’s Auto Pre-Purchase Inspections
is a company that facilitates the completion of your inspection through its affiliates, inspectors, or their contractors.
The inspections are placed with an independent inspection service or contractor
in the area where the vehicle is located.
The Independent Inspector provides a visual
inspection of the vehicle. That statement is not meant to imply that we
warranty the vehicle. The inspector does not move, remove or reposition
anything during the inspection process.
We simply give you a good visual report on the vehicle. No warranty is
implied or given. It is up to the buyer and/or seller to provide a lift to
inspect the underside. A jack and jack stands are NOT acceptable. The seller
and/or buyer must also provide a well-lit area for the inspection to take place
with ample room for the inspector to perform his/her job.
We like to say that the Independent
Inspector is like having your best friend look at a vehicle for you when you
can't physically look at the vehicle yourself. It's the next best thing to
being there. The Independent Inspector is working for the buyer in this
instance.
We are dealing with vehicles that are 40
years old or older in many cases. If you contract for an inspection you must
understand that the Independent Inspector will NOT find everything wrong
on a particular vehicle. If a vehicle has a leak that is not constant (often
called seeping,) the Independent Inspector might not detect it. He will not
find every problem on a vehicle. Often these vehicles have far more Bondo in
them than can be detected in a visual inspection. What this service should
be used for is to make sure that a vehicle that is advertised as being in No. 2
condition is not in fact a No. 4 condition vehicle. In other words, the
Independent Inspector will help to determine if you are buying a vehicle that
was grossly misrepresented based on its condition class and purchase price.
(See the definition of condition classes at the end of your report). The
appraisal fee is based on the inspectors’ written/typed report and digital
pictures. JJ’s Auto Pre-Purchase Inspections, and
Quality Control are determining the appraisal based the inspectors’ report and
pictures. Neither JJ nor Quality Control has seen the vehicle first hand.
The Independent Inspector simply inspects
the vehicle. We do not counsel the buyer. We do not make recommendations on
whether to buy a vehicle. As in all cases, the buyer makes his or her own
decision on whether to buy a vehicle. We suggest that the best way to use the
Inspection Service is to have us look at a vehicle and issue the report. Then
if the vehicle seems to be what was represented to you by the seller, make a
final inspection of the vehicle yourself, prior to purchasing the vehicle.
Because we are dealing with 30- to 50-year-old vehicles, we do not warrant the
condition of any vehicle. That means we will be happy to look at the vehicle to
see if there are any visible problems, but we are not providing any guarantees
or warranties on the vehicle.
Understand in advance that if you buy a
vehicle and you find something wrong with the vehicle after your purchase, we
will NOT reimburse any expenses that you are charged to fix the vehicle.
This is not a mechanical warranty. JJ’s Auto Pre-Purchase Inspections, or its affiliates,
inspectors, or their contractors related to the inspection,
will NOT reimburse you for any repairs, mechanical failures or bodywork
you have done after the purchase of a vehicle.
The inspection reports show the areas of
the vehicle, which are visually looked at in the report. The report covers only
those areas. Do not assume that the Independent Inspector will inspect anything
other than the areas covered by the report form.
The contents of this report will tell you
what the Inspector finds at the time of the inspection. Please understand that
after the Inspector leaves the vehicle we are not in control of what might
occur to the vehicle, nor do we have control of parts that may be on the
vehicle at the time of the inspection, but taken off or switched later.
CONDITION
CLASSES
Class One (Excellent):
Almost always a
“body off” restoration, or an untouched,
factory-perfect, piece that is very close to perfect. All components are either
original or appear as new and are fully operational. This car is a top show
winner and is not driven, but transported to shows by trailer. This car is
almost “one of a kind”. This particular class of vehicle is very rare. The
vehicle is completely detailed, including the engine compartment, interior
trim, wiring, suspension, paint, and frame. Ideally, this vehicle has been
judged with other vehicles in its class and achieved the highest point ratings.
Class Two (Very Good):
This car is well
restored with an eye for detail. The interior and exterior show minimal wear, and it runs and rides smoothly. The car is driven very
little (maybe 800 to 1,000 miles per year). This class is a slight grade below
Class One. A Class Two has not been detailed to the extent that a Class One has
been. This class (Class Two) has some evidence of use and wear, although not
very much. It is considered “cherry” or “mint”. This vehicle might appear as a
Class One until judged against one. It would not qualify as a 95, or better,
“point” vehicle. (This class should have no rust on the undercarriage, not even
surface rust.)
Class Three (Good):
This is a
functional, drivable vehicle in good overall condition needing no, or only
minor work. Most vehicles at car shows reflect this condition. This car is what
is termed a “20 footer”. From 20 feet, it may look
very good. Close inspection, however, would reveal some worn interior trim, and
less than perfect paint (worn, and perhaps faded). You may even see some early
evidence that surface rust is beginning in the body panels. This car is
completely operational and is an “older restoration”. It is driven fairly
often, runs great, and is enjoyed by its owner. It is probably a candidate for
a full restoration. The undercarriage may display surface rust, and may be in
need of detailing. Chrome and trim may exhibit limited pitting.
Class Four (Fair):
This type of car is
a fun “driver” with a solid frame and is structurally sound. This car is in
need of considerable work. It needs work in and out. Cosmetics, body, and
mechanical components all need work, to some degree. It is not a serious
collector candidate. Soft floors, isolated areas where rust has eaten through
(but not structural), excessive use of Bondo, lots of pitted chrome, glass
repairs are symptoms of this condition. Badly soiled headliners, badly soiled
and ripped upholstery, rusted out trunks are also signs.
Class Five (Poor):
This type of car is
in need of complete restoration and may, or may not,
be able to be driven. The exterior body panels have significant areas of
rust-through. The floor and structural components may, or may not, be intact.
This car is usually the first project for layman’s attempt at restoration.
Class Six (Parts Car):
This type of car is
good for parts only.