Dealer Inspections vs Auction Inspections Who Should You Trust More?

[Daylan Goughman]

Hey folks, when buying used heavy equipment, how much trust do you put in dealer inspections versus auction inspections? Dealers often know the machine history, but auctions usually offer third-party or standardized inspection reports. Have you noticed differences in accuracy, transparency, or surprises after purchase? For those who’ve bought from both, which inspections gave you more confidence in the long run? Curious to hear real-world experiences and what red flags you watch for.

 

[Helen Armstrong]

I usually trust dealer inspections a bit more for machine history, but auction reports are great for a neutral snapshot-best results honestly come fro mcomparing both and knowing what to double-check in person.