Question about Pre-pruchase inspection in Las Vegas area and buying in general

[craigdotcom]

I am interested in buying a 68 bronco from another member across the country. I can not travel to see the truck in person but we did do a facetime walk around. I'd love to get a pre-purchase inspection but have not been able to find anything that seems reputable. Has anyone had experience with one they can recommend? Second, once the inspection says good to go, whats the process of actually sending money and getting the title? Is there an escrow service for this type of thing? Thanks in advance
Craig

 

[DirtDonk]

Hey Craig. Pretty exciting stuff! Sorry I don't have an answer, but am watching to see what others' experiences have been.
With the Bronco being in Vegas, there should be someone around to help I would think.

Paul

 

[Gupster88]

One way I have gone. I have bought a few this way. Is lots of facetime video . Then when I felt good enough about it. We agreed to send half of the money . Owner keeps title until confirmation of truck picked up by shipper with photos and on the road. After that send other half. When owner receives funds. Mails title. Not perfect but thats how I have operated . Done this 3 times and worked out. Knock on wood…. Always a risk involved either way.

 

[bronco t]

Seems the general advice is to see it in person https://classicbroncos.com/forums/threads/scam-alert.313528/#post-3411445

A friend of mine used www.escrow.com to purchase a car across the country, but this only addressed the payment side and does not rule out a pile of junk showing up!

 

[sprdv1]

Welcome aboard Craig and best of luck...

 

[nickgp]

I’m in Las Vegas and can look at it after Christmas. Pm me

 

[craigdotcom]

PM sent thanks!

 

[cannunz546]

I took my trusted mechanic with me (with cash) and had him inspect and drive the vehicle. He's 73 years old and is top notch. He also brought a lot of credibility to the selling process because of his experience and wisdom. When I started negotiating with the seller he whispered in my ear "if you don't buy it, I will." That was the moment I knew I was getting a pretty good truck at a fair price. His plane ticket and expenses were the best money I ever spent.