Our standard
The CS Certified Promise
Every car with the CS Certified badge has been personally inspected by our team across these core categories. We only certify cars we would buy ourselves.
See CS Certified Cars →Engine
Compression, idle, leaks, cooling, belts and oil condition.
Transmission
Smooth shifting, clutch behaviour (MT), gear noise, oil.
Exterior
Paint, panel alignment, dents, chassis integrity, glass.
Interior
Upholstery, dashboard, roof lining, cabin smell and wear.
Electrical
Battery, lights, indicators, infotainment, AC, sensors.
Tyres & Brakes
Tread depth, uneven wear, pad life, rotor condition.
Documentation
RC, insurance, PUC, NOC where applicable, hypothecation.
Ownership
Verified ownership chain, previous owners, fleet usage.
The specific inspection notes for each certified car are shown on that car's detail page under the Inspection section.