Corvette Pre-Purchase Inspection— Know What You’re Buying. Before You Buy It. —
Buying a Corvette is exciting. Buying a Corvette with hidden frame damage, a failing differential, or a tampered title is a disaster. Our generation-specific pre-purchase inspections tell you exactly what you’re getting — before you sign.
Corvette PPI:
Don’t Buy Blind.
Every Corvette generation has a different list of things to check. C1/C2 frame condition. C3 birdcage rust. C4 Opti-Spark health. C5 column lock and rear seals. C6 harmonic balancer. C7 AFM lifter compression check. C8 DCT operation and battery health. A general shop’s PPI checks tires and fluids. Ours checks what actually matters.
We perform comprehensive Corvette PPIs in Fort Myers — local cars, cars being shipped to you from out-of-state, and cars at dealerships across Florida. You get a written report with photos, a video walkthrough, and a phone call to discuss findings.
If you’re considering buying a Corvette — talk to us first.
Hear It From A Corvette Owner.
The best way to know if a shop is right for your Corvette? Hear from someone who already trusted us with theirs.
“They were professional, transparent, and delivered exactly what they promised. I’d recommend them to any Corvette owner.”
Jason LabonteMaster Certified Corvette Specialist
Decades Of Experience.
All Eight Generations.
Jason has been recognized as Southwest Florida’s leading Corvette specialist. Highly skilled in diagnosing and repairing Corvettes of every generation, he brings dealership-level knowledge with a hometown shop feel.
Jason and the team own and drive Corvettes themselves. When you hand over your Corvette, you’re handing it to people who treat your car the way they treat their own.
Corvette Pre-Purchase Inspection
*Restrictions Apply · Cannot Be Combined · Excludes Tires, Batteries & Factory Parts · Contact Shop For Details
What We Do
Generation-specific Corvette PPIs done right. Save thousands by knowing what you’re buying.
C1/C2 frame · C3 birdcage · C4 Opti-Spark · C5 column lock · C6 harmonic · C7 AFM · C8 DCT — we check what each generation needs.
Hidden damage, prior crash repair, body panel alignment, paint thickness reading, frame straightness.
Compression test, leak-down, oil sample analysis option, fluid condition check.
Numbers-matching verification, VIN consistency, title issue research.
Cold start, hot start, transmission shifts, suspension behavior, brake feel, electronics function.
Full code scan including history codes that often hide prior issues.
Bushing condition, shock leakage, brake pad/rotor condition, steering system.
Oil sample analysis to look for engine wear metals or coolant in oil.
150+ photos plus a video tour of the car so you see what we see.
Real Corvette Service Work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Your Corvette Deserves The Best.
Specialized repairs, expert diagnostics, craftsmanship you can count on — done right the first time.