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PDI

Pre-Delivery Inspection

Your car is checked before delivery — by us, independently of the dealer.

Why PDI matters

The highest-risk moment in the transaction.

The gap between purchase commitment and delivery is the highest-risk moment in a car transaction. Manufacturing-date stock, wrong accessories, paint issues — these are frequently discovered after the buyer has signed.

CarBounty's PDI is conducted by a trained field representative at the dealership, before your delivery appointment. It is not a dealer-sponsored check — it is independent.

You receive a written PDI report. If issues are found, you have documented leverage to request resolution before you sign.

PDI is mandatory for every CarBounty-facilitated sale. It cannot be waived.

What we check

Seven categories, checked every time.

The same independent checklist, applied to every CarBounty-facilitated delivery — regardless of brand, model, or dealership.

Exterior & Paint

Panel gaps
Paint consistency
Dents and scratches
Door alignment
Trim fitment

Identity Verification

VIN / chassis number matches RC copy
Engine number
Manufacturer's label
Sticker authenticity

Tyres & Wheels

Tread depth
Tyre manufacturing date (should be recent)
Wheel balance
Spare tyre condition

Interior

Seat condition
Upholstery
Headliner and carpet
All switches and controls functional
Steering

Accessories & Fitment

Every accessory on the invoice is physically present
Fitted correctly

Documents & Compliance

Insurance documents
Invoice copy
FASTag
Form 21/22
Owner's manual

Battery & Electricals

Battery manufacture date
Windows, locks functional
AC functional
Infotainment functional
Outcomes

What happens after the inspection.

Clean PDI

No issues found. Written report issued. Proceed to delivery with confidence.

Issues found — resolvable

Issues documented. Dealer is notified. Resolution requested before delivery date.

Issues found — unresolvable

Serious issues found. Buyer is informed in writing. Buyer may choose to delay or exit.

PDI reports are sent to the buyer's registered contact before the delivery appointment. No report = no delivery in a CarBounty-facilitated transaction.

Frequently asked

PDI, answered.

CarBounty's assisted PDI is included as part of the facilitation service.
This is an automatic red flag. CarBounty's team will escalate, and the buyer will be informed immediately.
Yes, buyers are welcome to attend alongside the CarBounty representative.
The PDI happens before delivery, not before booking. If issues are found, they are documented and the dealer is expected to resolve them before handover.
No. CarBounty only handles new car purchases.
Via the CarBounty platform to your registered contact, in PDF format.
Independent, every time

Every CarBounty buyer gets an independent PDI.

No exceptions, no waivers, no dealer-sponsored checks.

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