At Cassill Motors, we take reconditioning cars seriously, ensuring every vehicle on our lot meets our high standards. That’s why we perform a thorough 82-point inspection on our pre-owned vehicles, checking everything from the engine and transmission to the brakes, tires, and safety features. Our goal is to address any necessary repairs or maintenance so our customers can drive away with confidence, knowing they’re in the best vehicle possible. Whether it's reliability, safety, or overall performance, we go the extra mile to deliver quality vehicles that are ready for the road.

Points we inspect

road test

Road Test

  • Starter operation on cold start
  • Engine Operation
  • Noise or vibration when idling

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  • Vehicle acceleration
  • Vehicle drivability
  • Engine operation temperature
  • Performance of transmission
  • Clutch
  • CV joint/drive axle noise
  • ABS/braking operation
  • Horn operation
  • Wheel vibration
  • Cruise control operation
  • Speedometer operation
  • Odometer operation
  • Wind noise/rattles
    • Under the hood

    Under the Hood

  • Perform an oil change
  • Transmission fluid level and condition
  • Battery performance

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  • Engine for oil leaks and condition
  • Drive belt condition
  • Coolant level and condition
  • Water pump for condition, leaks, and noise
  • Radiator for condition and corrosion
  • Engine air filter for condition
  • Engine mounts for damage
  • Clutch fluid level and condition
  • Power steering fluid level and condition
  • Washer fluid level and condition

    • Wheels and Tires

  • Tire condition, damage, and tread depth
  • Tire depth
  • Spare

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  • Wheels are correct size and condition
  • Wheel bearing condition
  • Wheel lug nuts (all present and proper torque

    • Brake Systems

  • Brake pads and shoes for condition and thickness
  • Front brakes
  • Rear brakes

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  • Parking/emergency brake operation
  • Calipers/wheel cylinders for operation, wear, or leaks
  • Rotors/drums for condition and thickness
  • Brake fluid level and condition
  • Brake lines/hoses for condition and leaks
  • Brake pedal free play and travel

    • Steering, suspension, under body

  • Body/suspension for performance and condition
  • Control arms/balls joints/bushings/tie rods for condition
  • Sway bar links and bushings for condition and damage

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  • Shocks/struts for condition and damage
  • Steering operation (full turn left/right)
  • Steering wheel position
  • Skid plate
  • Wiring harness
  • Driveshaft/Support bearing
  • Exhaust system for condition, damage, and leaks
  • Fuel system condition and damage

    • Interior

  • All seat belts operation and condition
  • Air bag condition, dash light operation
  • Check for airbag replacement recall

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  • Door locks and child safety locks
  • Rear view mirror
  • AC cooling operation and vent outlet
  • Heating system operation
  • Dashboard for warning lights and condition
  • Stereo/navigation/entertainment system for operation
  • Delete all stored devices and personal data from radio/navigation/entertainment system
  • Clock and set accurate time
  • Sun visor condition
  • Cabin air filter condition
  • Interior lights for operation and damage
  • Water leaks (check for evidence of water intrusion)

    • Exterior

  • Windshield for cracks or chips
  • Wiper Blades
  • Wiper motors and washers for operation

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  • Mirrors for operation or damage
  • Window tint for legal limit and condition
  • Exterior lights for operation and condition

    • Hybrid/EV

  • Run diagnostic scan for codes/software updates
  • Hybrid battery
  • Inverter coolant levels and condition

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  • Condition of protective shields for high voltage harnesses
  • Multi-informational display for operation
  • Charging equipment

    • Buy with confidence

    We make sure all our vehicles pass our inspection process.

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