Tesla specialist · South Florida
Tesla pre-purchase inspection in South Florida
A Tesla specialist comes to the dealer or seller. Anthony Lapadula dispatches the right Master Certified Technician for your car.
A used Tesla has no oil to change and no timing chain to worry about, but the most expensive part of the car — the battery — is invisible from the outside. Add suspension wear, body repairs and charging issues, and a used Tesla needs a different kind of inspection than a gas car. Inspect First sends an EV specialist to the car anywhere in South Florida to check what actually matters on a Tesla.
What does a Tesla pre-purchase inspection check?
What our Tesla specialist checks on every inspection:
Battery state-of-health
The specialist runs a battery state-of-health diagnostic so you know how the pack has aged — not just the range estimate on the screen.
EV module scan
Battery management, onboard charger and drive unit modules are scanned, along with the rest of the car's systems.
Charging port and charging handshake
The charge port is inspected and a charging handshake is tested to confirm the car charges as it should.
Suspension and tires
Control arms, bushings, and tire wear patterns are checked — uneven wear can point to alignment or suspension issues.
Body, paint and frame
Paint depth on every panel, panel gaps and frame measurement to find past accident repairs.
Driver-assist cameras and sensors
Autopilot cameras and sensors are checked for faults and signs of an incomplete calibration after glass or bodywork.
Common Tesla problems our specialist looks for
These are well-known, commonly reported issues on certain Tesla models and model years. Not every car has them — the inspection tells you whether this one does.
- 01
Battery degradation
All lithium-ion packs lose capacity with age and use. The state-of-health reading shows where this specific pack stands.
- 02
Front suspension control arms
Control arm and bushing wear is commonly reported on certain Model S and Model X years. Clunks and uneven tire wear are checked.
- 03
Door handles
Door handle faults are commonly reported on several Tesla models. Every handle is tested.
- 04
Paint and panel repairs
Panel gaps vary from the factory, which makes paint depth readings especially useful for telling factory variation from a repaired panel.
- 05
Charging and 12V faults
Charge port faults and low-voltage battery warnings are commonly reported and are checked in the scan and handshake test.
Which inspection do you need for a Tesla?
EV / Hyper-Exotic
Call for a quoteTeslas fall under our EV / Hyper-Exotic inspection — an EV specialist, a battery state-of-health diagnostic and EV module scan. Pricing depends on the vehicle; call Anthony for a quote.
- Everything in Premium
- EV or exotic specialist dispatched (not a generalist)
- Battery state-of-health diagnostic
- EV-specific module scan (BMS, OBC, MCU)
- Charging port + DCFC handshake test
- Service history pull where available
- Optional: pre-auction inspection report
¿Buscas un Tesla? Hablamos Español.
Anthony y su red de técnicos hablan español. Agenda la inspección, recibe el informe y repasa los resultados por teléfono — todo en español. Llama al 561-350-9389.
Tesla inspection FAQ
What does a Tesla pre-purchase inspection check?
An EV specialist runs a battery state-of-health diagnostic, scans the battery management and EV modules, tests the charge port and charging handshake, checks suspension and tires, inspects driver-assist cameras, measures paint depth on every panel and checks the frame. You get a written report with photos the same day.
Can you check a Tesla's battery health?
Yes. Battery state-of-health is part of every Tesla inspection — it's the single most important number on a used EV.
Is an EV specialist doing the inspection?
Yes. Anthony Lapadula, the owner, dispatches an EV specialist for Teslas — not a generalist gas-car mechanic.
How much is a Tesla pre-purchase inspection?
Teslas fall under the EV / Hyper-Exotic tier, priced by the vehicle and the specialist required. Call Anthony at 561-350-9389 for a quote.
Do you inspect Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X?
Yes — all four, and Cybertruck on request. Tell Anthony the model and year when you call.
Can you check whether a Tesla was in a flood?
The specialist looks for flood indicators — corrosion, moisture and debris in places water leaves behind — and the frame and paint checks help reveal accident repairs. Flood exposure is a real risk in South Florida.
Other makes: BMW · Mercedes-Benz · Porsche · Audi · Honda · Toyota · Land Rover
Book an inspection
Looking at a Tesla? Call Anthony first.
Send the VIN and where the car is. Anthony dispatches the right Master Certified Technician for the make — usually within 24–48 hours, often the same day. Hablamos Español.
Mon–Sat · 8am–7pm ET