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Buying a car

Before you buy
know the risk.

One missed service can cost thousands.

Check the vehicle before you leave a deposit or transfer funds.

One-off reportNo subscriptionTakes under 60 seconds

Why buyers get caught out

Many used cars are sold without a complete service history report, making it hard to verify past repairs, inspections and maintenance records.

A Red Flag report helps you spot warning signs before committing to the car.

Service gaps can indicate overdue maintenance.

Missing records can hide costly repairs.

Verbal assurances aren't documentation.

Surface vs Substance

A clean interior doesn't mean a clean engine. Our data goes beyond the polish.

The Paperwork Gap

Lost logbooks are common. We reconstruct history from workshop-direct records.

Hidden Costs

Maintenance isn't just oil changes. We track major parts and deferred repairs.

Protect Your Investment

See what most
buyers miss.

This short overview shows how hidden service risks can appear in vehicle history.

How we spot gaps in 'perfect' service records
Understanding the Risk Score before you inspect
Using verified data to secure a fair purchase price

Watch how GlovBox helps identify risk before purchase.

Clarity before commitment

This report doesn’t give opinions or guarantees. It shows what’s verified, what’s missing, and what can’t be confirmed

No pass fail. No seller spin.

What you'll see
before you buy

What's Your Risk Score?

6.5Risk Score

What ACTUALLY got changed?

🛢️Oil + Filter
Data Found
Last Changed24/6/24
KMs132,124km
📄Air filter
Data Not Found
🔘Rear Brakes
Data Not Found
⚙️Timing belt
Data Not Found

What got FLAGGGED

Excessive oil consumption
High Risk
UrgencyInvestigate
Estimated costUnknown
Front Control Arm Bushes
Low Risk
UrgencyInvestigate
Estimated cost$320 to $450
Leaking Shocks (F+R)
Moderate Risk
UrgencyInvestigate
Estimated cost$900 to $1,200
The report shows:
  • Overall mechanical risk level
  • Service gaps and red flags
  • Maintenance consistency
  • Patterns of repairs and advisory notes
  • Potential future maintenance exposure
This helps you decide whether to:
  • Buy with confidence
  • Negotiate the price
  • Walk away from a risky vehicle

Takes less than 2 minutes to start

Regret is expensive.

Repairs, disputes, and surprises cost far more than checking first.

Without Glovbox
Without Glovbox
Without Glovbox – Features
  • Proof of Service
  • PPSR/ Revs Check
  • Pre Purchase Inspection
  • Service History
With Glovbox
With Glovbox
With Glovbox – Features
  • Proof of Service
  • PPSR/ Revs Check
  • Pre Purchase Inspection
  • Service History
BuyerBuyerBuyerBuyerBuyer

One overlooked issue can cost more than this report.

Buyer Success Stories

How buyers avoid a bad purchase

Smart buyers use GlovBox to uncover what sellers forget to mention.

Olivia

Olivia

Buyer
Outcome
Saved $1,200
"PPSR said the car was 'clean', but GlovBox flagged a major deferred timing belt service. I used the report to negotiate $1,200 off the price to cover the work. It paid for itself 30 times over."

Parramatta, NSW

2017 VW GOLF GTI

Helped me negotiate the price.

Linda K.

Linda K.

Buyer
Outcome
Avoided a Lemon
"The Risk Score of 4.2 was a huge red flag. The seller claimed 'perfect history', but GlovBox showed three skipped services in two years. I walked away and found a much better car with a 9.1 score."

St Kilda, VIC

2020 Hyundai Tucson

Spotted service gaps instantly.

Tom H.

Tom H.

Buyer
Outcome
Interstate Confidence
"Buying interstate is stressful. Seeing the verified workshop invoices directly in the GlovBox report gave me the confidence to fly down and pick up the car. Everything was exactly as documented."

Gold Coast, QLD

2015 LandCruiser 79

Saved me from buying a risky car.

The Process

How it works

GlovBox analyses available service and history data to ensure you aren't relying on just the seller's promises.

01
Lookup

Enter the vehicle details to check service history and past records

Provide the registration or VIN

02
Analysis

We analyse service records, inspections and workshop data

We parse service and maintenance records to identify consistency and potential risks

03
Report

Receive a verified vehicle history report before you buy

Get a structured overview of what's verified, plus your risk score before committing.

Clear, structured insights delivered digitally.

One Report. Clear Risk.

Check risk before you commit

Cheaper than one unexpected repair.

Know the risk before you transfer funds.

Red Flag

Lite
$25.00one off

Price is inclusive of GST

Instant checks before you inspect

PPSR status
Odometer check
Market valuation
Trade in valuation

Best for browsing and shortlisting vehicles.

Most popular upgrade

Red Flag

Plus
$45.00one-time report

Price is inclusive of GST

Adds seller confirmed service history

Get seller confirmed service history and insights workshops can't see — so find hidden repairs, missed services and risk, before you buy.

Includes everything in Lite, plus:

Seller confirmed service history
Proof of Service request
Mechanical risk indicators
Estimated repair costs
Upcoming service costs
Overall risk score

Best before placing a deposit or moving ahead.

Independently sourced from Australian workshops

Trusted by Automotive Professionals

Workshops and automotive businesses are already contributing verified service records to the GlovBox network.

Calwell Car CareVerified Workshop
Brindabella AutomotiveAuthorized Service
Tuggeranong TransmissionSpecialist Center
Matt Johnston AutomotiveExpert Care
Wicks MechanicalWorkshop Trusted
Tuggeranong auto electricsAuto Specialist

Your documentation helps build a more transparent vehicle marketplace.

DON'T BUY A LEMON

Check the vehicle service history and risk report before you buy.

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

A PPSR only tells you if the car is stolen or has money owing. GlovBox reveals the actual mechanical health and history—showing you skipped services, deferred repairs, and upcoming major costs that a PPSR misses.

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