Rated #1 PDI Service

Don't Buy a New Car
Without a PDI Expert

Discover hidden scratches, repainted parts, and engine faults before you sign the papers. Get a 500-point professional inspection for complete peace of mind.

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Cars Inspected
₹2Cr+
Repairs Saved
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Checkpoints
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Star Rating
The Problem

Why Inspect a Brand New Car?

Dealers often hide transit damages and defects. Once you gate-pass, it's your liability.

Transit Damage

Cars travel thousands of kilometers. Scratches and dents are often repainted by dealers without telling you.

Manufacturing Defects

Even factory-fresh cars can have alignment issues, electrical faults, or missing accessories.

Documentation Fraud

We verify the VIN, manufacturing month, and ensure you aren't being sold an old demo car.

Comprehensive Coverage

What We Check

Our engineers spend 2-3 hours meticulously checking every inch of your vehicle.

Exterior Paint & Body
Engine & Fluids
Electrical Systems
Tyre & Wheels
Interiors & Upholstery
Underbody Rust Check
Test Drive Analysis
VIN Verification
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Comprehensive Coverage
Simple Process

How It Works

01
Book Inspection

Fill the form. Our team coordinates with you and the dealer.

02
Expert Visit

Our engineer visits the showroom and performs the 200-point check.

03
Report & Delivery

Get a detailed digital report. Accept or reject the car based on facts.

The Difference

Us vs. Dealer Inspection

Feature Our PDI Expert Dealer PDI
Bias 100% On Your Side Protects Dealer Interest
Paint Depth Check Yes (Digital Tool) No
Detailed Report Photos & Video Checklist Tickmark
Time Spent 2 - 3 Hours 15 Minutes

See What You Get

Our reports are easy to understand, digital, and come with high-res evidence of any issues found.

BUYER EXPERIENCES

What Happened When They Came Prepared

Real outcomes from buyers who used PDICars before signing the gate pass.

"Took the paint thickness meter as the guide recommended. Bonnet read 238 microns - factory standard is 80 to 130. Dealer accepted transit damage and gave a fresh unit in 8 days. Gate pass was never signed."

Ankit M.
Hyundai Creta SX(O) - Mumbai
Verified

"Used the insurance script word for word. Showed my Acko policy and the dealer dropped it immediately. Also got handling charges of ₹4,800 removed from the bill. Total saving on delivery day - ₹41,000."

Priya K.
Tata Nexon EV Max - Bangalore
Verified

"OBD scan showed 2 pending fault codes before delivery. Dealer said it was normal. I refused to sign and showed the timestamped PDI report. They cleared both faults and gave written confirmation."

Saurav Kumar
Maruti Grand Vitara - Pune
Verified

"My dealer flatly refused a 3rd party inspector. Found PDICars the night before. Went in with the checklist and caught a headlight moisture issue and a 2022-date tyre. Both resolved before I signed."

Vikram Tiwari.
Mahindra XUV 3XO - Mumbai
Verified

"First car purchase. Had no idea what to check. The guide took 20 minutes the night before. Next morning I found a panel gap on the boot lid - got it in writing before signing. Completely changed how confident I felt walking in."

Sneha M.
Kia Seltos HTX+ - Hyderabad
Verified

"Used the service guide before my first free service. Asked to see the oil filter before it was replaced. They could not produce it, it had not been changed. Got the service redone correctly at no charge."

Rahul Kumar
Mahindra XUV 7XO AXT - Lucknow
Verified
Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) and why does it matter?
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A PDI is a systematic check of your new car before you sign the gate pass and take ownership. Once the gate pass is signed, every defect on that car becomes your legal responsibility, scratches, paint repaints, electrical faults, and documentation issues included. A PDI done correctly takes 20–30 minutes and can save you lakhs in repairs, fraud, and overcharging.
My dealer said 3rd party inspection is not allowed. What can I do?
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Dealers can restrict third party inspectors from entering the showroom but they cannot restrict you, the buyer. You have every legal right to inspect your own car before signing the gate pass under the Consumer Protection Act 2019. Our PDI checklist tool is built exactly for this situation you do the inspection yourself, generate a professional timestamped report, and present it to the dealer before signing.
What are the most common defects found during new car PDI in India?
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Based on thousands of inspections across India, the most commonly found issues are: repainted panels from transit damage (detected using a paint thickness meter), moisture inside headlight housings, OBD fault codes that were cleared before delivery, tyres with old manufacture dates, VIN mismatches between the invoice and the car, and undisclosed odometer readings above 50 km on supposedly new cars.
Can I refuse car delivery if I find a defect during PDI?
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Yes, and this is one of the most important things to know. Before the gate pass is signed, you have every right to refuse delivery or demand rectification in writing. You can request a fresh unit if the defect is significant. Once the gate pass is signed, the car and all its problems are legally yours. Never sign under pressure no deadline a dealer gives you is genuine enough to rush this decision.
Is dealer insurance actually mandatory when buying a new car?
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No. This is one of the most common tactics used by dealers across India. IRDAI regulations give every buyer the right to purchase insurance from any company of their choice. Third party insurance is legally mandatory but you can buy it from any insurer. Comprehensive insurance is entirely optional and can be purchased from PolicyBazaar, Acko, or any other provider. Dealers earn 15–20% commission on every policy they sell, which is why it is presented as compulsory. It is not.
What documents should I verify before taking car delivery?
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Before signing anything, verify these six documents: the invoice amount matches your booking receipt exactly, the VIN number on the invoice matches the dashboard plate and the door frame plate, Form 22 (the manufacturer's road worthiness certificate) is physically present, the manufacturing date is within the last four months, the warranty card start date is today's date, and the odometer reads under 10 km. Missing or mismatched documents are grounds to delay signing until they are resolved.
Are handling charges and logistics fees on my car invoice legitimate?
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No. The Supreme Court of India has ruled that dealers cannot levy handling charges, logistics fees, or documentation charges separately these costs are required to be absorbed within the dealer's margin. Despite this ruling, most dealers add these charges because most buyers never question them. If you see any of these on your invoice, you can ask for their removal. In virtually every case, dealers comply when asked directly.
How is PDICars different from a regular PDI checklist I find online?
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A generic checklist tells you what to check. PDICars tells you exactly how to check it, what a defect looks like, what it means, and what to do when you find one. Our inspection tool generates a professional report with GPS location, individual timestamps, photo evidence, and Consumer Protection Act 2019 language the same documentation standard as a certified inspector's report. It is the difference between a list and a system that actually protects you at the showroom.