Buyers who skip the inspection save $175–$189 up front. What they often pay afterward is a very different story.
We've seen it happen again and again: a buyer skips the inspection to save money or move fast on a deal, then discovers major problems weeks later. A hidden transmission issue: $3,000–$6,000. A cracked frame from prior accident: $2,000–$8,000+. Water-damaged electronics: $1,500–$4,000. An engine with unreported oil leaks: $500–$2,500+. Every one of these could have been caught with a $175 inspection. The math is clear. An inspection isn't an expense — it's insurance against a much larger loss.