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Check the car before you visit

Turn any car listing into a clear decision:
Run / Think / Buy
- in minutes

No subscriptions. Pay only when you check. Built for everyday buyers.

Vehicle with magnifying glass

Buying a used car shouldn’t feel like gambling

The same model can have totally different engines, gearboxes, and “hidden issues” depending on the year and configuration. Some combinations are known money traps - and you won’t spot that from photos.

Your “smart filter” before test drives and expensive reports

We analyze the listing + known reliability risks of that exact version (year/engine/gearbox) and give you:

  • A clear verdict: Run / Think / Buy
  • Red flags to watch for
  • Specific questions for the seller
  • A visit checklist for the spot
  • On-site assistant: verify what you see and hear
Disgust

RUN

High risk, expensive common failures.

Thinking

THINK

Mixed signals. Negotiate and inspect carefully.

Excitement

BUY

Good fit, normal risks. Proceed to inspection.

How it works (3 steps, really fast)

1

Paste the Link *

Copy & Paste the URL from car listing portal like ss.com.

2

Confirm Basics

Check the model, year, and mileage are correct.

3

Get Your Verdict

Instant risks, questions, and checklist. Afterwards, upload a video of the car for our top-notch AI model to verify the car.

Before you pay for VIN / “DNA” reports

Use Lemon or Not first. When you’ve picked 1-2 best candidates, then do a VIN report and an inspection.

  • Don't waste money on cars you'll reject anyway
  • Save full reports for the final contenders
  • Perform engine & exterior inspections with our AI-assisted service

The Smart Buyer's Path

1. Lemon or Not Filter out bad models (and specific cars by checking them on the site)
2. VIN History Report Check accidents/mileage
3. Inspection in Workshop Mechanic check

Start free. Pay only when you check

No subscriptions. No recurring fees.

WELCOME

First Check

FREE

Test the service with one report.

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5 Credits

€5

€1.00 per check*.
Quick start pack.

11 Credits

€10

€0.91 per check.
Everything you need to find the right car.

* Promotional price

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this service for?

It is designed for everyday car buyers, especially those purchasing used cars up to approximately €15,000 and for whom it's important to avoid unpleasant surprises.

Cars produced since 2000s contain many complex systems that were released in different, often problematic, configurations.

We help you spot the red flags before you waste time and money on a bad deal.

Is this a VIN / DNA report?

No - it’s the smarter step before that. We help you choose which car is worth deeper checking.

Can I trust the results 100%?

No tool can guarantee 100%, but we significantly reduce risk by highlighting known issues and red flags. As a second safeguard, you can check both engine and exterior with our AI-assisted service when on the site!

Does it work on mobile phone?

Yes - designed mobile-first so you can use it while standing right next to the car.