Quick answer. A Supercanic network inspector in Grand Prairie, Texas, checked a 2022 Toyota Camry SE for a buyer. It had 104,160 miles. The check engine light was on, with a message on the dash that said Check Engine, Visit Your Dealer. The front bumper did not sit flush with the fender, and there were scrapes low on the body. The inspection was $200.
Key Points
- The check engine light was on at the inspection. That is the first thing a buyer should ask about.
- The front bumper had a gap where it meets the fender, below the headlight.
- The lower body had scrapes.
- The car had 104,160 miles, which is high for a 2022.
- The inspection was $200, done by a network inspector in Grand Prairie.
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The Check Engine Light
Worst first. When the inspector sat in the car, the check engine light was lit. The screen between the gauges said Check Engine, Visit Your Dealer.
A check engine light can mean a loose gas cap. It can also mean a problem that costs real money. The light alone does not say which. A buyer should get the code read and explained before they agree on a price.
The Front Bumper Gap
Look at the cover photo. Below the headlight, the bumper cover pulls away from the fender. On a car from the factory those two parts sit flush.
A gap like that often means the bumper has been off, or the corner took a hit. It does not prove a crash. But it is the kind of thing to ask the seller about, and to check on a history report.
Scrapes Low on the Body
The inspector also photographed the brakes and the front axle boots. Those photos are on the buyer's record too.
What the Buyer Got
2022 Toyota Camry SE, Grand Prairie TX, October 14
Came in as: a pre-purchase inspection request.
Miles: 104,160.
Photos show: check engine light on, bumper to fender gap, lower body scrapes.
Cost: $200.
One honest note. The buyer's first call rang our line and nobody picked up. We count that as a miss on our side. The missed call was logged in Shop Desk, the software we built for our own shop, so it did not get lost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you do pre-purchase inspections in Texas?
Yes. This one was done in Grand Prairie by a Supercanic network inspector.
How much was this inspection?
$200.
Should I buy a used car with the check engine light on?
Not until you know why it is on. Get the code read and explained, then decide if the price still makes sense.
What does a gap between the bumper and fender mean?
It can mean the bumper was taken off or the corner was hit. It is a reason to ask questions, not proof of a crash.
Is 104,000 miles a lot for a 2022 Camry?
It is a lot for a car this new. Ask for service records, because high miles with good care is very different from high miles without it.
Supercanic tip: Never let a seller clear the check engine light right before you look at the car. Ask to see it as it sits. Call us at (951) 904-2477.
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