Nxcar
Independent Showroom-Gate PDI

New Car Pre-Delivery Inspection — Verify It's Factory-Fresh

Don't assume a new car from the showroom is perfect. Nxcar's certified inspectors run a 280+ point factory-gate check directly at the dealership before you pay, register, or take delivery — catching transit damage, repainted panels, and computer issues before they become your problem.

280+ Point PDI
Transit Damage Detection
Odometer Tampering Check
Paint Micron Consistency
Done Before Registration
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Brand new car inspection by Nxcar

Quick Answer — AEO Summary

A New Car Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) is a professional, independent on-site check of a brand new car before you register it and take delivery from the dealership. Nxcar's new car PDI is flat-priced at ₹2,999 across all car segments. It covers 280+ points across exterior paint-micron consistency, drivetrain, electronics, software, interior, tyres and underbody. It uses specialized tools like calibrated ultrasonic paint-thickness gauges to catch dealer repaints or transit damage, and OBD-II multi-module computers to detect hidden electronic anomalies or odometer tampering. We inspect directly inside dealer stockyards or showrooms across 50+ cities, and deliver a digital report in 2 hours.

5,000+

New Car PDIs Completed

15%

Vehicles with transit damage or dealer touch-ups

1 in 50

Cars found with major repaints or demo usage

99%

Dealership compliance rate after inspection

"Once registered, you cannot reject a defective vehicle. A professional, independent PDI is your only legal leverage."

What Is a New Car Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)?

A New Car Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) is a systematic check of a brand new vehicle before its ownership is legally transferred to you. It is meant to ensure that the car has arrived from the factory in pristine condition, with no structural faults, mechanical failures, electronic glitches, or damage incurred during shipping.

While every dealership is supposed to perform its own internal PDI, these checks are frequently compromised. Dealerships face tight sales quotas, high delivery pressure, and an inherent conflict of interest. If a car gets scratched on a transport truck or has its bumper repainted at the dealership yard, dealer staff are motivated to hide the repair and deliver the car anyway.

An independent Nxcar PDI represents you, the consumer. Our certified inspectors evaluate the vehicle inside the showroom or the dealership's storage yard, providing a completely unbiased assessment of the vehicle's actual state before you sign the final invoice or hand over registration documents.

Buying a pre-owned car instead?

Our Used Car Inspection is designed specifically for second-hand vehicles, with a heavier emphasis on engine compression, mechanical wear, flood damage history, and full legal documentation.

See our Used Car Inspection service.

Dealer Secrets

The Hidden Risks of Buying a New Car

Many buyers believe that because a car is direct from the showroom, it must be perfect. Here's why that assumption can lead to a costly mistake.

Transit and Yard Damage
New cars travel hundreds of kilometers on open trailers, and are moved around dusty dealer stockyards. Minor dents, scratches, or even major fender-benders are common. Dealerships routinely repaint these damaged panels in-house without informing the buyer.
Ex-Showroom Demo Cars
In rare but documented cases, dealerships assign showroom display models or test-drive cars to unsuspecting buyers. They disconnect the odometer during test drives or perform instrument-cluster rollbacks to make the car look brand new.
Software & Sensor Misalignments
Modern cars are packed with computers, ADAS sensors, radars, and high-tech safety gear. If these are not calibrated correctly at the factory or during dealer preparation, your safety systems may fail to engage or throw dashboard error codes later.
Manufacturing and Component Defects
From faulty batteries and defective electrical harnesses to fluid leaks and misaligned body panels, manufacturing defects can slip through factory quality control. Catching these at the dealership saves you from repeat workshop visits.
Pre-Delivery Quick Fixes
To meet delivery targets, dealerships sometimes swap parts (sensors, fuses, even tyres) from a customer's allocated car to repair another car on short notice. Our PDI verifies that all parts are correct, matching, and factory-sealed.
Advanced Testing

Our New Car Forensics & Detection

Our certified inspectors use computer diagnostics and paint analysis to verify your car's factory-fresh pedigree.

Odometer Forensic Audit
Dealerships occasionally disconnect odometers during unauthorized test drive usage. We cross-reference odometer readings against ECU logs and chassis system hours to ensure the vehicle has only traveled minimal factory-to-yard transport distances.
Paint Micron Scan
Using an ultrasonic coating thickness meter, we measure paint thickness across 30+ body points. A factory paint job has consistent density (usually 90-130 microns). Spikes or severe drops reveal aftermarket repaint and body filler repairs.
Demo Car Verification
Showroom display or demo vehicles are subject to heavy, uncoordinated handling. We inspect seatbelt anchor points, switchgear wear, sub-carpet dirt patterns, and ECU diagnostic logs to confirm the vehicle was never used as a test-drive asset.
Checklist

The 280+ Point New Car PDI Checklist

Our brand new car protocol is optimized for structural pristine-ness, paint thickness consistency, and computer diagnostics, ensuring that you don't take delivery of a compromised asset.

Process Guide

The Ideal New Car PDI Timing

The sequence of events is critical to protecting your consumer rights.

Phase 1: VIN Assignment
Book Inspection
As soon as the dealer allocates a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) to your booking, schedule our PDI. Do not pay the full invoice value or sign registration authorization forms yet.
Phase 2: Yard/Showroom PDI
The Inspection
Our inspector visits the dealer's yard or showroom with you. We run the 280+ check. If minor issues are found, the dealer fixes them. If major defects are found, you reject the vehicle and demand another VIN allocation.
Phase 3: Registration & Handover
Safe Handover
With a clean bill of health, authorize registration, pay the pending invoice, and take delivery. Once registered in your name, the law considers you the owner, making replacement nearly impossible.
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Price Summary
Service Type
Nxcar Shield
Total₹2,999

Inclusive of all taxes

What's Included
  • 280+ point inspection
  • OBD-II diagnostic scan
  • Paint thickness check
  • Tyre depth measurement
  • Photo documentation
  • Digital report (2 hrs)
  • Expert recommendations
RTO Documents

Need vehicle transfer documents? Visit our RTO document portal:

  • Sale Agreement
  • Transfer Forms (Form 29/30)
  • NOC Documents
Pricing

Transparent New Car PDI Pricing

Simple flat-rate pricing regardless of make, model, segment, or fuel type.

Flat Rate

₹2,999

All-Inclusive · No Hidden Charges

What's Included in the flat rate:

  • Complete 280+ Point PDI on-site check
  • Calibrated ultrasonic paint micron scan (30+ points)
  • Full OBD-II multi-module electronic computer scan
  • Dealer compliance document and accessories review
  • Dynamic 2-hour interactive digital report delivery

Loyalty & Referral Incentives:

  • 10% Cashback on Ceramic Coating / PPF booked via Nxcar.
  • Priority Booking with dedicated inspector matching.
  • Complimentary Voucher for one computer diagnostic check in 2 years.
Workflow

How New Car PDI Works

Verify your vehicle in four simple steps

01
Book Online
Choose New Car PDI, share dealership details, select your preferred date/time slot, and pay flat rate ₹2,999.
02
Coordinator Syncs
Our coordinator connects with you and the dealership. We assign a specialized inspector to meet at showroom/yard.
03
On-Site PDI Check
The inspector conducts the 280+ point checks using OBD and paint tools. You are welcome to accompany them.
04
Instant Verdict
A photo-documented interactive digital report is sent within 2 hours. Hand it to the dealer to resolve issues before signing.
Report Preview

See a Sample New Car PDI Report

Preview exactly what you'll receive: a comprehensive quality score sheet, photo-documented transit damage checklist, paint micron heatmap, electronic scan diagnostics and clear delivery checklist.

Download Sample Report (PDF)
Testimonials

What Buyers Say About Nxcar New Car PDI

★ 4.9 / 5· based on 850 verified new car buyer reviews
★★★★★
Vikram Malhotra
Mahindra XUV700 · Noida · July 22, 2026
"The inspector found a major repaint on the passenger door which happened during transit. The dealer admitted the mistake and replaced the vehicle before registration. Truly a lifesaver!"
★★★★★
Ananya Iyer
Kia Seltos · Bangalore · June 14, 2026
"The dealer was pushing for fast registration. The PDI found a rodent-bitten wiring harness under the battery block. Dealer had to replace the harness and gave me complementary mats."
★★★★★
Siddharth Sen
Tata Nexon EV · Kolkata · May 03, 2026
"Professional paint micron analysis and battery diagnostics. Found consistent micron readings. Minor scratch on cladding was buffed out before handover. Great service."
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