Help buyers trust your vehicle.
OpenHood helps private sellers build trust before the first message. Start with your VIN, book a mechanical inspection, and receive a professional report you can share with buyers.
How OpenHood Works
OpenHood combines mobile mechanics, guided vehicle inspections, and digital transparency tools to help private sellers build confidence with buyers.
Scan Your VIN
Start by scanning or entering your VIN. OpenHood decodes the vehicle details instantly and prepares your inspection booking.
Book An Inspection
Select a date and time that works for you. Our system matches the inspection with a nearby qualified mechanic.
Mechanic Arrives On Site
A mechanic arrives at the vehicle location and performs a guided inspection using the OpenHood mobile app.
Guided Digital Inspection
The OpenHood inspection workflow captures photos, condition details, VIN verification, notes, and mechanical findings in a consistent format.
Build Buyer Confidence
Buyers can review a professional report before meeting the seller, helping reduce uncertainty and build trust faster.
Share Your Verified Report
Receive a public report link, QR code, verified badge, and downloadable PDF that can be shared across Marketplace, Kijiji, AutoTrader, and social media.
What You Get
A clean, buyer-ready package that helps show the condition, history, and transparency of your vehicle.
Car History Report
Vehicle history details included with the final inspection package.
Lien & Title Check
Helps buyers understand title status and possible lien concerns before purchase.
Car Value
Vehicle value is shown privately to the customer in the email follow-up after the report is completed.
URL Link
A public report link that can be added to vehicle listings, messages, and ads.
Verified Badge
A shareable OpenHood badge that shows the vehicle was professionally pre-checked.
QR Code
A QR code image that links directly to the vehicle report for easy buyer access.
Ready to open the hood?
Book a mechanical inspection and give buyers a clear reason to trust your listing.